Powerful, Complex Mapping Tool
March 07, 2017
Powerful, Complex Mapping Tool
Score 9 out of 10
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Overall Satisfaction with ArcGIS
ArcGIS is used across the organization and in many departments. It is a fantastic tool for any kind of georeference.
- A wealth of options - this is a powerful piece of software.
- Many ways to display data which is critical in getting your findings across.
- Easy to share work with others.
- It can be slow so be prepared to wait if you have complex data/maps.
- Very expensive. If it was not provided to students many simply have no means to access it.
- Very large piece of software - an SSD is recommended.
- It has crashed on occasion - which can be frustrating when working with complex data.
- The ability to present findings at talks is a great boon. Pictures (maps)!!
- The time investment to learn to use it properly is considerable. This is an investment not just a "fun tool."
- Some options (such as publishing) are not that straightforward and going to support/forums costs time. Once again, learning to use it will require a considerable time investment.