AbstractUsing GIS to Help Government Executives & Citizens Make Great Decisions Track: State and Local Government Author(s): Edwin Gaskin With the advent of Web-based GIS applications, government executives are asking for GIS tools to aid in critical decisions. The objective of a GIS should be that executives use GIS without drawing inaccurate conclusions or having frustrating experiences. A well-designed GIS application will lessen the executive request workload on GIS staff. This presentation will cover - How executive expectations can be managed to ensure a positive experience with GIS - How GIS staff should interact with executives to ensure program support and system use - How Web-based GIS applications can be designed for government executives, citizen groups, and community organizations Edwin Gaskin City of Richmond, Virginia City Manager's Office 501 E. Franklin, Suite 800 Richmond , VA 23220 USA Phone: 804-646-3171 Fax: 804-646-6793 E-mail: gaskined@ci.richmond.va.us |