GIS Techonologies in Logistics

The GIS Technologies in Logistics project is a series web-based educational modules for persons interested in applicaions of GIS (graphical information systems) in the field of logistics. The modules are divided into four series:

Module 1: Logistics Technologies Global

Detials how globalization and technology have helped to create "new logistics" and explores how mapping and simple supply chains have evolved into complex, global webs through new technologies in communication and transportation.

Module 2: Why GIS? National

Explains how geographic information and technology can help with decision-making processes through demostrations of GIS capabilities.

Module 3: Data North Carolina

Demostrates the importance of geographic data and how geographic data and information play roles in business decision-making.

Module 4: GIS at Work, Local to Global

Allows participants to see the applications of modules 1, 2, and 3 in the porblem-solving and decision-making process and see how a companies can use visual and time analysis to make intelligent choices in the areas of tracking and tracing, customer service and market growth.