Michael Petr

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4 Sessions to Add to Your 2019 Esri User Conference Agenda

The Esri User Conference is back and 2019’s theme, “GIS — The Intelligent Nervous System” has industry thought leaders and GIS experts exploring a number of cut …

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How Indoor Mapping Is Changing the Retail Landscape

Location technology has conditioned people to rely on digital maps and smartphone apps to guide them to and from destinations both familiar and foreign. The beh …

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Why Map Data is Critical to the Insurance Industry

The insurance industry is premised on evaluating, assuming, and mitigating risk in exchange for certain protections. Technology has enabled better insights and …

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The Benefits and Uses of Intelligent Direct Carrier Routes

There are roughly 600,000 carrier routes in the United States, with about half dedicated solely to physical geographical boundaries and the balance to post offi …

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7 Tips for Successfully Using Python with Esri or Other Mapping Software

Automating repetitive or time-consuming tasks saves time – and often frustration – for GIS professionals. A scripting language like Python is an ideal solution …

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6 API and SDK Extensions That Add Value to Fleet Management Apps

Fleet management is multi-faceted, requiring apps that “think” beyond the basics, like routing or general maps. Developers must be attuned to API and SDK dynami …

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