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InteractiveGIS, Inc. is a Leader in Innovative Web GIS

InteractiveGIS, Inc. places a high value on Geographic Information System (GIS) technology. We embrace it as a way of business. From the beginning of each project, we organize collect, store, and analyze all of the data involved so that during the project we can quickly and efficiently use it. In the end, if the client wishes to incorporate the data into a GIS, then it is ready for the client to have. We are able to deliver to our clients real solutions that affordably meet their needs, expectations, and budget.

Web-based GIS are a powerful tool for fast, accurate, and efficient decision-making for those working with complex spatial data. All you need is a web connection and an Internet Browser to enable instant access to spatial data quickly, anywhere, anytime.

Having focused on the development of Internet mapping technologies for the past several years, InteractiveGIS, Inc. harnesses the very best of Open Source technology in a user interface that is second to none in the industry. Our applications provide a customized, user-friendly environment for newcomers and significant functionality for power-users.

InteractiveGIS, Inc. believes in the value of Web GIS and realizes the power in visualizing critical spatial data as an important step to making informed decisions while shortening the time cycles in the decision tree. Imagine any number of people having access to the same data at the same time from anywhere and then being able to query that data where all can see the results instantaneously - that's Web GIS and that's what we are doing at InteractiveGIS, Inc.

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How InteractiveGIS Uses Open Source - And How Our Customers Benefit

How InteractiveGIS Uses Open Source - And How Our Customers Benefit

At InteractiveGIS, Inc., we rely on Open Source software%u2014and we%u2019re proud of it.  We use MapServer, a software application developed by NASA and released to the public under an Open Source licensing agreement, as the core spatial engine that powers our maps and databases. 

Open Source software isn%u2019t just good for our company%u2014it%u2019s great for our clients.  Here are just a few of the benefits Open Source software brings to the organizations we work with.

Lower cost.  One of the biggest benefits of Open Source software is the difference in cost.  Our use of Open Source software means we can charge significantly less than proprietary software companies do—some of our clients see savings of $25,000 or more. 

Commercial GIS software companies charge thousands simply for the price of their software.  Compare that to InteractiveGIS.  Most of our software is Open Source and completely free of charge.  In addition, many of the expensive add-ons you could pay thousands for with the commercial companies come free with us.

Simply put, we save a bundle using and modifying free Open Source software%u2014software that adheres to the same standards commercial software uses %u2014and we pass those savings on to you.

Greater flexibility.  Our competitors go through an exhaustive process to make even the smallest modifications to their standard package.  We can make the same changes within days%u2014sometimes within hours.

In addition, we don%u2019t charge high prices for customization%u2014in many cases, we don%u2019t charge at all.  This gives our clients the flexibility to order a completely customized GIS package that suits their needs perfectly%u2014without going over-budget.

Endless innovation.  We rely on the Open Source community for inspiration and programming innovation.  If we can%u2019t find a solution, someone in our network of thousands of programmers around the world can.  Our connections with the Open Source community allow us to back up the promise we make to our customers: if you can imagine it, we can program for it.

Compatibility.  MapServer relies on MySQL, PostgreSQL, and their Open Source extensions to operate.  But that doesn%u2019t mean it can%u2019t operate with proprietary formats as well.  MapServer is fully compatible with popular proprietary file formats, including Shapefile.  This allows our clients to migrate their data seamlessly over to our system%u2014 without losing any data.

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