{"product_id":"the-design-and-implementation-of-geographic-information-systems-hardback-9780471204886","title":"The Design and Implementation of Geographic Information Systems (Hardback) 9780471204886","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Design and Implementation of Geographic Information Systems\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJohn E. Harmon (Author), Steven J. Anderson (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780471204886, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 6 June 2003\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e272 pages, Photos: 10 B\u0026amp;W, 0 Color; Drawings: 20 B\u0026amp;W, 0 Color; Screen captures: 0 B\u0026amp;W, 0 Color; Tables: 35 B\u0026amp;W, 0 Color\u003cbr\u003e23.8 x 16.5 x 2.2 cm, 0.553 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\"The Design \u0026amp; Implementation of Geographic Information Systems is an effective reality check for those looking to implement a GIS.\" (\u003ci\u003eGIS Monitor\u003c\/i\u003e, June 2003)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePresents strategies for application development, interface design, and enabling Web-based access. \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes numerous case studies and examples from the private and public sectors.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides information on integrating legacy MIS systems and planning for future developments in database design.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eAcknowledgments.  \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho Should Read This Book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Is a Geographic Information System?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorporate or Enterprise Geographic Information Systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe GIS Strategic Plan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Before Design: Needs Assessment and Requirements Analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizational Involvement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeed for Education, Support, and Commitment of Management ? Corporate Implementation Takes Time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManage Users? Expectations ? No Unrealistic Promises.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeeds Assessment\/Requirements Analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing the Current Users.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCategorizing Users.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Factors with Users.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Existing Data.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleteness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoftware Selection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical Environment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing Costs and Benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePulling the Needs Together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Designing the GIS Database Schema.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElements of a Schema.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eData Dictionary.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTables and Relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetadata.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Designing Spatial Data.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eC hoosing the Appropriate M ix of Data Models.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a Subset of Reality.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Two Principal Data Models.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLayers and Objects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRepresenting Geographic Features.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTopologic Relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Spatial Objects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIssues around the Third Dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccuracy, Precision, and Completeness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccuracy Concerns ? Global Positioning Systems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDifferential Processing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccuracy across Layers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a Coordinate System and Map Projection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecimal Longitude and Latitude or Projected Data.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharacteristics of Map Projections.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpanning Existing Map Projection Zones.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelection of Projection for Large Areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpatial Indexing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Design Issues for Attribute Data.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral Principles: Fields in Both D and G Tables.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecific Principles for G Tables.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinciples for Fields in D Tables.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning Input Elements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign of Output Elements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplication Design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Remotely Sensed Data as Background Layers and Data Sources.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAerial Photography as Backdrop Information.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapture Data as Well?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with the Images.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrating Remotely Sensed Information with GIS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions to Ask.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Implementation: Data Development and Conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystem Configuration and Product Architecture Plan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eData Development and Conversion Plan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing Digital Data.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOptical Character Recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn-House or Out-Source Data Development of Conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting a Vendor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerform a Pilot Project.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Implementation: Selecting Hardware and Software.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoftware Considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Software.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Select Your Software.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHardware Concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNetworking Issues.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Networks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Capacity of the Network.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Designing the Organization for GIS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOwnership of Geographic Information.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUser Roles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaffing the Design and Implementation Process.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Put the GIS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning the Data Flow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Early Management Concerns: Interacting with the System.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUser Roles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging User Roles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Desktop Interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging World Wide Web-Based Interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGIS Interaction and the Organization.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA New Committee.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccess Controls.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Public Access.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging the System ? 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