Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer-based
tool for mapping and analyzing things that exist and events that happen
on earth. GIS technology integrates common database operations such
as query and statistical analysis with the unique visualization and
geographic analysis benefits offered by maps. These abilities distinguish
GIS from other information systems and make it valuable to a wide
range of public and private enterprises for explaining events, predicting
outcomes, and planning strategies. For more than 30 years, ESRI
has been the world's leading provider of GIS software, with more
than 220,000 clients worldwide, including most federal agencies and
national mapping agencies, 45 of the top 50 petroleum companies, most
forestry companies, and many others in dozens of industries. Below
are some examples of some of ESRI's
Conservation and Education programs.
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