Staying ahead of virus outbreaks with GIS Maps
Virus transmitting mosquitos can breed in a teaspoon of standing water. Data-rich maps and GIS software allow countries to stay one step ahead.
For county-level vector control officials, staying … more
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Making open data meaningful.
Over the past few years, we've seen more and more governments embrace the open data movement. Until recently, that has simply meant making authoritative government data available online for public … more
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Creating Healthier Populations with GIS Maps.
For years, providers have used GIS software to map disease outbreaks and monitor the effectiveness of interventions. Now, with the push for accountable care, it’s proving to be a valuable tool … more
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Emergency Response Mapping with Business Mapper.
The generic GIS and mapping software capabilities of Business Mapper are numerous and varied. There is a focus on how this versatility makes it possible for even small communities to model their … more
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Mapping Roads in the Philippines with GIS.
Even as smartphone mapping apps have become ubiquitous, many Filipinos still rely on paper maps issued by the countries transportation departments. After all, paper maps don’t disappear when … more
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Emerging opportunities and reasons to invest in GIS technology.
Whenever there is a severe snowstorm, flood, typhoon, fire, earthquake or other natural disaster anywhere in the world, government agencies and emergency services need to send a range of rescue … more
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Health Communities with GIS Maps
Health and Well-being in communities is a key topic around the world.
This focus, as well as a commitment to a more integrated community healthcare system, requires a better understanding of the … more
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Earthquake evacuation planning and risk management with GIS Maps (Ref: BM-124)
The Marikina Fault System or (The West Valley Fault) in The Philippines, is a fault line which extends from Dingalan and Aurora in the north and runs through the cities of Quezon, Marikina, Pasig, … more
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Planning and Visualizing the best site location for your franchise with GIS (Ref: BM-123)
Overview:
Franchising is currently a booming industry in the Philippines at the moment, and with countless franchise opportunities for aspiring franchisees to choose from, the franchise
success … more
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A GIS based solution to identify firetraps in student dormitories & buildings around The Philippines (Ref: BM-122)
The Inquirer recently addressed an important question in the wake of the Valenzuela City footwear factory fire, where 72 people died. ‘How can fire traps be identified and removed from … more