GIS systems are being designed to help business create more efficient solutions and avoid hidden barriers. New techniques, better access to data and lower-cost computer mapping systems are helping retailers and retail developers simulate and answer tough questions about their business environment for improving strategies for success. Explored business areas where GIS is an essential element includes Site Analysis, Sales Transfers, Sales Forecasts and Market Deployment Strategies. The author will describe and demonstrate a national-level system recently developed. But one key component is the issue regarding accuracy.
Cost is typically the prohibitor to the type of end-product a client receives.
Presented here is an overview of options available to the end-user engaged in Engineering, environmental, or natural resource issues and design and how to plan for the desired end product. One optional method in particular is the process of photogrammetry. Also, data collected through photogrammetric means can take advantage of a relational database.