ArcGIS

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Mapping & analytics system for visualizing data by location

About ArcGIS

ArcGIS from Esri is an integrated collection of geographic information system (GIS) software products for multiple platforms and promising standards-compliant handling of spatial analysis, data management, and location-based 3D data mapping. Providing the contextual tools for mapping and spatial reasoning, ArcGIS enables users to visualize and analyze organizational business practice data in terms of its environmental location, while collaborating with others by sharing insights via not only maps, but apps and reports also. ArcGIS Online is specifically the hosted, online SaaS version of the product, offering a complete, cloud-based mapping solution.

ArcGIS Online promises a scalable, secure and compliant GIS that allows users to collaboratively use, create and share maps, while working with scenes, layers, analytics, data and also apps. In addition, access is granted to content within ArcGIS' Living Atlas of the World and its collection of geographic information sourced from around the globe including maps, apps and data layers relevant to a variety of working applications. Aside from the product's cloud infrastructure, ArcGIS is then supported by a suite of extra apps and a number compatible with iOS and Android devices. This includes the ArcGIS Companion app for field-based access to the viewing of organizational content, plus additional tools and features for data collection.


Key benefits of ArcGIS

  • ArcGIS Online is the cloud-based SaaS version of ArcGIS, representing a collaborative online mapping and analysis solution that is accessible from anywhere at anytime, secured and compliant with FedRAMP, FISMA and TRUSTe accreditation.
  • Enterprise-ready tools include Single Sign-On (SSO) access, group-based people management, assignment of privileges and licenses, plus the monitoring of both internal activity metrics within an organization and those for maps / apps shared publicly.
  • Map creation is made as simple as dragging and dropping a spreadsheet, uploading local data files or connecting cloud stored content, before smart mapping generates suggestions for plotting data-driven visualizations while offering custom styling choices.
  • A collection of "basemaps" are available in vector format for high-resolution fidelity and flexible styling, consisting of satellite imagery, street maps, landscapes, oceans and more.
  • ArcGIS Apps offer an additional collection of integrated, location-based apps for field access, with ArcGIS Companion providing native remote access to an ArcGIS Online organization via iPhone and Android devices.

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    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Online can be configured to match an organization’s needs and structure, creating user groups that reflect corporate teams or departments
    ArcGIS Software - System dashboards support activity monitoring with the ability to view activity-based metrics across users, maps, and apps etc
    ArcGIS Software - The SaaS-based ArcGIS Online allows created and shared 3D map visualizations to be scaled so that hundreds, thousands or millions of people can interact with them simultaneously
    ArcGIS Software - Promising enterprise-ready support, organizational tools include group-based people management options, activity monitoring, dashboard metrics and more
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Online provides a number of security and privacy certifications such a s compliance accreditation for FedRAMP, FISMA, Privacy Shield and TRUSTe
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS is an integrated suite of GIS software products that promises a standards-based platform for conducting spatial analysis, data management and mapping
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Online from Esri is a SaaS-based mapping and analysis solution, securely hosted for 24/7 web-based access
    ArcGIS Software - Explorer for ArcGIS is a companion mobile app for iOS and Android devices, providing remote online / offline access to searchable maps
    ArcGIS Software - Collector for ArcGIS is a companion mobile app for iOS and Android that supports the remote collection and update of data using the map or GPS
    ArcGIS Software - Navigator for ArcGIS is a companion mobile app for iOS and Android, providing map-based navigation for field-based workers
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Companion app is a native mobile companion for iOS and Android that facilitates mobile access to an ArcGIS Online organization
    ArcGIS Software - Create maps by dragging and dropping spreadsheets, uploading locally stored data files or connecting to content already stored within the cloud
    ArcGIS Software - Smart suggestions are offered for the creation of the resulting data-driven visualizations, while also accepting custom styling choices
    ArcGIS Software - A suite of geographically accurate "basemaps" in vector format can be used as ready-made data canvas' and showing satellite pictures, streets, land and oceans etc
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    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Online can be configured to match an organization’s needs and structure, creating user groups that reflect corporate teams or departments
    ArcGIS Software - System dashboards support activity monitoring with the ability to view activity-based metrics across users, maps, and apps etc
    ArcGIS Software - The SaaS-based ArcGIS Online allows created and shared 3D map visualizations to be scaled so that hundreds, thousands or millions of people can interact with them simultaneously
    ArcGIS Software - Promising enterprise-ready support, organizational tools include group-based people management options, activity monitoring, dashboard metrics and more
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Online provides a number of security and privacy certifications such a s compliance accreditation for FedRAMP, FISMA, Privacy Shield and TRUSTe
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS is an integrated suite of GIS software products that promises a standards-based platform for conducting spatial analysis, data management and mapping
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Online from Esri is a SaaS-based mapping and analysis solution, securely hosted for 24/7 web-based access
    ArcGIS Software - Explorer for ArcGIS is a companion mobile app for iOS and Android devices, providing remote online / offline access to searchable maps
    ArcGIS Software - Collector for ArcGIS is a companion mobile app for iOS and Android that supports the remote collection and update of data using the map or GPS
    ArcGIS Software - Navigator for ArcGIS is a companion mobile app for iOS and Android, providing map-based navigation for field-based workers
    ArcGIS Software - ArcGIS Companion app is a native mobile companion for iOS and Android that facilitates mobile access to an ArcGIS Online organization
    ArcGIS Software - Create maps by dragging and dropping spreadsheets, uploading locally stored data files or connecting to content already stored within the cloud
    ArcGIS Software - Smart suggestions are offered for the creation of the resulting data-driven visualizations, while also accepting custom styling choices
    ArcGIS Software - A suite of geographically accurate "basemaps" in vector format can be used as ready-made data canvas' and showing satellite pictures, streets, land and oceans etc

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    Bintang
    Bintang
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    • Industry: Mining & Metals
    • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

    The Function and Facilty Tools of Arcgis

    Reviewed on 16/07/2020

    These software has allowed me to undestand the concept of geostatistical analysist.
    And also these...

    These software has allowed me to undestand the concept of geostatistical analysist.
    And also these software has allowed me to achieve my degree in bachelor of mining engineering.Such help like layouting map, analysis out put contour and another geospatial analysis.

    Pros

    Tool geostatistical, geospatial analysis

    Cons

    There in few of module to learning tools

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    QGIS

    Reasons for Switching to ArcGIS

    Cause Arcgis, could doing many things by this program only.
    Noam
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    • Industry: Media Production
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    A Comprehensive Review of ArcGIS:

    Reviewed on 24/01/2023

    Despite its drawbacks, ArcGIS is an incredibly powerful GIS software that is packed with features...

    Despite its drawbacks, ArcGIS is an incredibly powerful GIS software that is packed with features and is perfect for both experienced GIS professionals and newcomers alike. Its user-friendly interface makes it easy to use and its expansive library of tools and features make it an invaluable tool for anyone working with geographic data.

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    Positive Aspect Review: ArcGIS is an incredibly powerful, user-friendly GIS software that has been around for decades. It is packed with features, such as mapping, analysis, data visualization, and much more. It is also very easy to use and is perfect for both experienced GIS professionals and newcomers alike.

    Cons

    However, ArcGIS can be quite expensive, and its steep learning curve may discourage some users. Additionally, its user interface can be quite complex and unintuitive at times.

    Jorge
    Jorge
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    • Used for 6-12 months
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    • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

    is a practical system that facilitates the design of geographic information through its tools

    Reviewed on 7/03/2018

    It is not necessary to have your own web server, nor a database manager, it contains a vast arsenal...

    It is not necessary to have your own web server, nor a database manager, it contains a vast arsenal of online data that makes the system manageable. ArcGIS Geostatistics tools are functional and also educational.

    Pros

    It is complete and allows you to collect, organize, analyze, share and distribute geographic information. It is easy to reach because it is available anywhere through Web browsers, mobile devices such as smartphones and desktops, it has a very complete internal structure and a group of extensive tools that allow compatibility with the server and server platforms. cloud that enables shared use, which ensures that vital information is immediately available to anyone.

    Cons

    Costs and technical problems to convert analog data in digital format are frequent, it does not have all the variety of specialized tools that are required to manage a geographical design.

    Brian
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    • Industry: Utilities
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    Utility mapping on both the desktop and mobile devices

    Reviewed on 9/03/2021

    Our mobile workforce has become significantly more efficient due to the ArcGIS platform and the...

    Our mobile workforce has become significantly more efficient due to the ArcGIS platform and the systems that we have built upon its frameworks. ArcGIS has become a core piece of our business and our daily operations, and we continue to increase its use and integration with other systems.

    Pros

    ArcGIS continues to evolve as a product as our needs grow as a customer. We are moving away from desktop-based GIS, with nearly all employees now using mobile devices as their primary tool to access our utility mapping data. ArcGIS Online has made this available, and we continue to grow our mobile offerings, though the AGOL platform still allows us numerous areas for us to continue to explore and utilize to improve our field workflows.

    Numerous samples, test applications, etc. are provided by ESRI to get you started, and since they're the industry leader, there are tons of real-world examples of the software in use that are available to the public.

    Cons

    ArcGIS is an enormously complex software platform, with tons of automation and analysis tools available. However online documentation can be difficult to find, and is frequently written in ways that require an in-depth understanding of the systems. Prerequisite setup steps aren't always included in the documentation, instead it's often written with some assumptions in mind. Setups completed by other employees can be difficult to troubleshoot because of these assumptions in the documentation.

    The robustness of the platform can also lead to additional steps for end users, as they have to work through options that aren't relevent to them, but cannot be hidden from their view. One such example is just the login screen to the AGOL mobile apps causes our users frequent struggles as they can't remember the sequence of steps to get to the organization login. There should be increased administrator options available to simplify/restrict options available to the end user.

    Dave
    Dave
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    • Industry: Utilities
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    ArcGIS Suite - Extremely Powerful

    Reviewed on 18/07/2019

    Our field crews and engineering staff couldn't function without it. Out utilities assets with all...

    Our field crews and engineering staff couldn't function without it. Out utilities assets with all of their attributes are on our digital maps. On it we document structures attributes, condition over time, maintenance schedules, and even hyperlink photo and video inspections to each asset. Invaluable information no further away than a click of a button, no matter where in our world that you are!

    Pros

    Extremely powerful software with a tool for just about anything you could think of to do with geographic data. "Smart Maps". Objects given geographic location and attributes of any kind that you want running in the background.

    Cons

    ELA agreement is extremely reasonable but for a private individual it could be cost prohibitive. I believe they are working on a different license model for home users but would have to check on it.

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    ArcGIS FAQs

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    ArcGIS offers the following pricing plans:

    • Pricing model: Free Version, Subscription
    • Free Trial: Available

    ArcGIS Online pricing (<100 users) is based on purchasing the exact number of users required, with more able to be added at any time. See the ArcGIS website for pricing calculator. Large organization pricing (100+ users): Contact ArcGIS for a quote.

    ArcGIS has the following typical customers:

    Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000

    ArcGIS supports the following languages:

    Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Catalan, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, European Portuguese, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese

    ArcGIS supports the following devices:

    Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)

    We do not have any information about what integrations ArcGIS has

    ArcGIS offers the following support options:

    Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat

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