GIS - is it a private matter
Article Abstract:
A growing number of electric utilities are availing of geographic information systems (GISs) to obtain accurate market information which could improve their competitiveness. However, electric utilities need to exercise caution and common sense when using GISs to maintain data integrity and protect the privacy of their customers.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1995
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AM/FM/GIS: do utility execs need a map of the competitive battlefield?
Article Abstract:
Automated mapping, facilities management and global information systems (AM/FM/GIS) were extensively discussed during the 1997 AM/FM International Conference. It highlighted the entry of the AM/FM/GIS technology in mainstream database applications.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1997
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Data collection in the field: the fast road to AM FM
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Automated mapping facilities management system construction is being simplified by advanced data collection tools. Some examples are global positioning system receivers, hand-held survey lasers and digital base maps.
Publication Name: Electrical World
Subject: Electronics and electrical industries
ISSN: 0013-4457
Year: 1995
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