ArcGIS

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Mapping & analytics system for visualizing data by location

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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

Alternatives Considered

QGIS

Reasons for Switching to ArcGIS

Cause Arcgis, could doing many things by this program only.
Dave
Dave
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  • Industry: Utilities
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

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.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Outsourcing/Offshoring
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Mapping Software

Reviewed on 21/11/2018

Pros

This is one of the best in the industry, and is a niche product.

It is very robust and performs mapping well. There are alot of modules and it takes time to really learn the system.

Cons

If you are not computer savvy and don't take the time and effort required to learn the software, you won't like it. The usability has a lot to desire as things are hidden deep inside of menus. I think overall the software is expensive and bloated. You may only use 25% of the product. The KISS principle is lost on this.

Adam
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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

ArcGIS is the best GIS software on the market

Reviewed on 24/11/2023

Pros

Ease of use, the quality of product and the quality of the output.

Cons

It does take some time to learn how to use some of the specialized editing tools but if you need to make a quick map, it’s super easy.

Thomas
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  • Industry: Civil Engineering
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

ArcGIS for Surveying

Reviewed on 25/04/2023

Best GIS software available

Best GIS software available

Pros

Interfaces with GPS units for easy data collection and importing. Online maps enable you to see what is being collected in near real-time. Near infinite options on how to present and display data.

Cons

Cannot interface with total station for data collection (from what I can tell). Occasional software crash with no auto-save.

Nicholas
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  • Industry: Telecommunications
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Useful tool for geospatial mapping and analysis

Reviewed on 10/10/2023

Pros

UI / UX is generally intuitive and well-organised which is helpful especially for beginners / infrequent end-users who do not use ArcGIS on a daily basis.Tools / mapping capabilities were useful in helping to visualise otherwise complex and difficult to understand datasets

Cons

At times the interface was laggy, and it is difficult to do mass edits to visual elements. E.g. duplicating layers and moving layers around takes a long time

Tiffany
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  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Beginner Friendly

Reviewed on 04/05/2023

My overall experience with ArcGIS has been very positive. I've implemented it within several...

My overall experience with ArcGIS has been very positive. I've implemented it within several community projects and with middle school students for several years.

Pros

ArcGIS has many great functions, even for new GIS users. I was able to start mapping immediately and use some really great tools such as Survey123. The user interfaces make the software easy to learn but it also has plenty of technical features for more advanced users.

Cons

ArcGIS has many different components and can feel overwhelming at first. The sheer number of options on the web mapping can be confusing but a quick google search is usually helpful in figuring those out.

Oday
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

It is important application to production of thematic maps in environmental fields

Reviewed on 30/04/2023

Very important application in computers of master and doctoral student , and Environmental...

Very important application in computers of master and doctoral student , and Environmental researchers

Pros

Resolution of produced maps especially in Climate changes

Cons

Flexible to options access and do not need a lot experience

Raju
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  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

ArcGIS: Advantages and Limitations

Reviewed on 09/03/2023

ArcGIS is a powerful and comprehensive GIS software that can handle various types of data and...

ArcGIS is a powerful and comprehensive GIS software that can handle various types of data and analysis. However, it may not be suitable for everyone due to its high cost, steep learning curve, and hardware requirements.

Pros

It is a great tool for GIS. Some advantages are like-1. Comprehensive and versatile GIS software that can handle various types of data and analysis.2. Provides a wide range of tools and features for mapping, geocoding, spatial analysis, and data visualization.3. Offers various extensions and plugins for specialized workflows and functions.4. Supports interoperability with other GIS and data formats, making it easier to integrate with other systems.5. Offers robust online and mobile capabilities for sharing and collaborating on geospatial data.

Cons

Expensive and may require a significant investment for licensing and training. Steep learning curve for beginners, especially those with limited GIS experience

Francisco
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  • Industry: Mining & Metals
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of ArcGIS: evaluating its advantages and disadvantages

Reviewed on 08/02/2023

Pros

Advanced spatial analysis tools, including mapping, decision support and modeling.Integration with a wide variety of data sources, including satellite imagery, demographic information and remote sensing data.Ability to share information and collaborate with other teams and organizations, thanks to its cloud-based platform.Wide range of applications and features, including mobile apps, visualization tools and data management solutions.

Cons

There may be a high cost for implementation and use, depending on organizational needs.There may be a learning curve for novice users, especially with regards to more advanced tools.Integration with other systems may be complex and require additional effort.

timothy
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Excellent mapping software for the patient.

Reviewed on 10/06/2020

After about 100 hours of being hopelessly lost in the menus, import/export functions, and display...

After about 100 hours of being hopelessly lost in the menus, import/export functions, and display properties, an average user will probably be able to impress their colleagues with a tidy and professional display of 2-d or 3-d data in a relevant map background, which very few other freeware programs are capable of creating.

Pros

With enough time and interest, the features available for ArcGIS and ArcGIS Pro are brilliant and all-encompassing. Using raw map datums and a collection of information allows users to expertly display any sort of 2-d grid on any map projection with tons of custom options for audience display.

Cons

The learning curve is very steep and the complexity of the software is overwhelming to new users. The number of navigable menus and sub-menus in the home screen of the project can be exhausting to figure out without doing everything incorrectly the first time. This is NOT the Microsoft Powerpoint of data display.

Alternatives Considered

QGIS

Reasons for Switching to ArcGIS

Even though the QGIS was free compared to the very expensive ArcGIS product, the features that are constantly being updated and implemented for ArcGIS are second-to-none compared to freeware.
Alexis
Alexis
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  • Industry: Environmental Services
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Excellent GIS tool

Reviewed on 22/02/2023

Apositive experience perfect for creating maps and working online

Apositive experience perfect for creating maps and working online

Pros

the ease and interactivity with the user

Cons

the moment of loading the data that is a bit complicated everything else is fine

Sangeeta
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  • Industry: Research
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

One for my research

Reviewed on 28/09/2023

Pros

I have liked the output GIS map to be integrated into my research. The output has made my papers stand out.

Cons

I found the interface to navigate and sometimes difficult to squeeze out how much it can offer.

Mohammad Anas
Mohammad Anas
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  • Industry: Construction
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Was good enough even for beginner

Reviewed on 24/12/2022

Was good, i can't say excellent.

Was good, i can't say excellent.

Pros

The provided features are most excite about this software.

Cons

The loading time is too much, even we are using computers with good spec some times we are stuck and have to restart it.. so we have to redo all the stuffs.

Adam
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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Value for Money
  • Ease of Use
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

ArcGIS

Reviewed on 23/12/2022

Extremely positive

Extremely positive

Pros

Just like any product, you need to take time to learn how to use it but it’s one of the best products I’ve ever used.

Cons

In between jobs, I wasn’t using this product so when I starting using again there was a big upgrade so I almost had to relearn how to use it.

Oluwasegun
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

ArcGIS, a powerful GIS software

Reviewed on 01/10/2021

I have been using ArcGIS for the bast 8years. My overall experience has been great.

I have been using ArcGIS for the bast 8years. My overall experience has been great.

Pros

I like the graphical user interface. the GUI, you cab easily pick and drop a tool. Also the search option make it more interesting that one can save a lot of time instead of looking for a particular tool, you can now easily search with the search button.

Cons

ArcGIS is great and compatible with another of software integrations. I really can't point out a specific thing I do not like about ArcGIS

Howard
Howard
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  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

ArcGIS, the most advanced GIS tool so far

Reviewed on 26/02/2018

With ArcGIS I have worked in multiple academic and work exercises, calculating risk indices for...

With ArcGIS I have worked in multiple academic and work exercises, calculating risk indices for loads in the hydrographic basins, housing in inadequate areas, public services coverage in small population centers.
I have built models to perform analyzes in several areas simultaneously, saving money and time. we have saved on editing and publication of thematic maps.
we built more than 100 geodatabase which has guaranteed the maintenance of consolidated databases, which we have shared with other planner users of the worked areas.
In particular it is the best vector software with which I have worked

Pros

ArcGis has developed multiple tools, adapted to the requirements of the users, ranging from the capture of data by means of GPS, remote sensors to a simple load by address of the property, the ESRI developments go from the PC to the data management online through ArcGIS online.
The tools for calculating variables, buffer, interconnection, management of geographic projections, selection by attribute, by spatial location, inside or outside the defined polygon, pattern analysis, data conversion with other programs are CAD or GIS. Stresses the fact that the tools were designed with the collaboration of many scientists in the area of geo-statistics such as L. Anselin, P. Zandbergen, D Mcleod, among others.
ArcGIS presents the innovation of managing a compilation of data in Geodatabase, which facilitates the management of files, regardless of the raster or vector format, without corruption or loss of components that can alter the performance of the final display of .mxd files
ArcGIS online empowers researchers to share data through the ESRI data server, sharing cartographic databases that, in some places in the world where the culture of geographic data is deficient, are therefore highly needed.
The design of maps is ArcGIs is very simple with the tools of workflow by means of modelBuilder and the handling of the Layout and the ways of making thematic maps and 3D representations is amazing.

Cons

ArcGIS only works on the Windows system, it is a proprietary software in which you must cancel the license according to the requirements that the project requires, the company or institution where you work, it can be expensive or very expensive if you choose to have all the software extensions . It has a free trial version for 30 days. You need a high performance team for the management of powerful databases, the manipulation of 3D data or satellite images processed in this environment. Its strength is the handling of vector data, the modules for the plot data do not present a wide development

Francis Carolina
Francis Carolina
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  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

The most complete and efficient tool for making maps, vector layers or raster

Reviewed on 07/06/2018

ArcGIS is a system with which people can work with on-line maps and related geographic information....

ArcGIS is a system with which people can work with on-line maps and related geographic information. With ArcGIS you can create many different types of maps. The most interesting of all are the interactive intelligent maps that show, integrate and synthesize complete layers of geographic and descriptive information of diverse origins. These ArcGIS maps provide an interactive window through which you can view, explore and analyze this information.

Pros

What I like most about this software is the ease with which you can create maps or design final maps better known as layout. Unlike other similar software, Arcgis simplifies the process, in addition to providing aestheticity and harmony in the scale of colors and labeling of toponyms. In addition, the work with ArcGIS encourages the use of geographic databases (geodatabases) in the management of our data. With the way to create projects in arcgis, not only allows us to store the styles and properties applied to the layer in the project, but creates a geodatabase associated with it in which we can physically include the layers that we use as Feature Class. Although we can also add a previous geodatabase to the project, as it used to be done a long time ago.

Cons

Arcgis licenses are expensive. It was not always possible to count on the availability of ESRI products for acrgis. In addition, it is not very versatile in the consumption of data, that is, a different protocol must be applied to open each file according to its type. Likewise, with the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) services connection, it is necessary to download and install the Data Interoperability extension, unlike other softwares that this process refers to one clicks.

Exson
Exson
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  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Tool for the planning, execution, and monitoring of actions with criteria on the territory.

Reviewed on 01/05/2018

Is a program that has been very useful for the administration and planning of geographical and...

Is a program that has been very useful for the administration and planning of geographical and spatial problems in the process of georeferencing the projects financed in the 8 years of development of the organization.

georeferencing the territory of each project helps us make decisions adjusted to the dynamics of the territory. each of the actions that the organization applies uses arcgis to approach the territory.

Pros

I like it because it helps me to develop the planning activities of the approach of the territory I require for the fulfillment of my work functions.
ArcGIS helps me to visualize, manage, edit, calculate, analyze entities and georeferenced attributes of the financed projects of a productive nature in my work.
Another aspect that I like about ArcGis is the use of the ArcCatalog, which allows to search and make effective operations, facilitating the link with Servers of databases, GIS Servers, database, WMS servers, and Internet and intranet connection.

I find it easy to use, it has an excellent interface and multiple geoprocessing tools. I like the presentation of the cartography.

Cons

I do not like it to be a software with high costs. On the other hand, it requires a computer with a very high installed capacity to execute the tools in an easy way.

In the area of authematic cartography, I believe that the options to work with greater ease should be strengthened with graphics to represent the variables of the maps.

I am worried that the program with the updates demands greater requirements of the computer where it is installed, so that all the tools work optimally, which can generate incomplimiento of the work delay before the delay of the run of the information.

the fact that it requires constant investments to enhance computers requires that the company must continually invest resources, being in some cases impossible, as it can harm the performance of the organization.

Carlos
Carlos
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  • Industry: Higher Education
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Tool for decision makers

Reviewed on 16/02/2022

ArcGIS has permitted you to show map information in an outwardly engaging manner and give broad...

ArcGIS has permitted you to show map information in an outwardly engaging manner and give broad investigation of geographic information for an enormous scope in a straightforward manner.

Pros

ArcGIS is the best software for management of geographic information accessible for decision makers. It has a device for nearly anything compelling in treatment of a lot of vector information. The flexibility to utilize permits ArcGIS to be used in an assortment of regions: from land cadastre, cartography, topography, biology, edaphology, the management of water resources, and remote sensing. With ArcGIS you can processing of both raster and vector data, it allows map algebra, spatial analysis, editing, and showing geographic information.

Cons

You need capacitation for learning, it requires time and there are various highlights which are extremely intricate to work with.

Andre
Andre
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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

The Photoshop of Geospacial Data

Reviewed on 05/02/2019

ArcGIS (Global Information System) is a program I would highly recommend anyone to at least dabble...

ArcGIS (Global Information System) is a program I would highly recommend anyone to at least dabble with. It's 100% integrated with Google Maps and Google Earth. You can measure distance in real time, depth, the rise and fall of elevations. My experience with this program was nothing but exceptional! It greatly aided in my day-to-day tasks working for the Department of the Interior and the live customer service was a huge plus!

Pros

As the title suggests, this program is essential for anyone dealing with...well essentially anything related to land. As an employee of the Bureau of Land Management, this program was the backbone of plotting land boundaries, identifying leaps and bounds, mapping oil company property and even had the ability to provide three-dimensional down hole drilling perforations and depth intervals!

Cons

This program is not for the faint of heart. It does require a myriad of training modules to complete before you can start to see its full value. However, take heart as the modules are straight forward and step-by-step.

Kevin
Kevin
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  • Industry: Utilities
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

ArcGIS is the GIS

Reviewed on 10/05/2022

Pros

ESRI is THE GIS company. For handling everything geospatial, they are the go to company

Cons

There are fun errors that are legendarily frustrating. Reading documentation is a language of it's own. But nothing classes can't overcome

Amanda
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  • Industry: Government Administration
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10

WJCUD mapping and asset collection

Reviewed on 26/05/2022

Very pleased with the software and will be using more option as they come available

Very pleased with the software and will be using more option as they come available

Pros

New Pro software is more user friendly and has so many more capabilities

Cons

publishing server maps can be a problem and sometimes causes errors

Greysi N.
Greysi N.
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  • Industry: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

The most complete GIS tool

Reviewed on 03/01/2019

Pros

ArcGIS by Esri has a great reputation and experience in the GIS software market, for which it has great competitiveness to position itself as the main option for computerized geographic analysis. Impeccable reporting, advanced statistical tools and effective handling of large amounts of vector or raster data make it simply the best.

Cons

Personally, I believe that the cost and high hardware requirements of ArcGIS limit individual entrepreneurs willing to give their start in a second level analysis. However, it is important to highlight that for these cases there are several free access softwares with powerful analysis tools that, despite not having the complete and integrated analysis of ArcGIS, can satisfy certain advanced needs. On the other hand, investing in this software represents a strength to be on the tip of the iceberg, since the response time and the depth of the analysis can be much more favorable for the client.

Eric
Eric
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  • Industry: Civil Engineering
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Highly Functional Mapping Software

Reviewed on 11/09/2018

I use ArcGIS on a weekly basis as an urban planning consultant to graphically show and analyze...

I use ArcGIS on a weekly basis as an urban planning consultant to graphically show and analyze data, including demographic trends, transportation modeling scenarios, employment trends, and basic area mapping. Without ArcGIS, my job would be much more difficult and it would be much harder to display spatial data for the deliverables we create.

Pros

The ability to do hardcore spatial data analysis relatively easily is a huge benefit. Being able to produce high quality maps is great for my work as an urban planner. The functionality is seemingly endless and as a avid user for the past 5 years, there are still aspects of GIS that I have yet to learn. Finally, the ability to export maps to other formats is very helpful from a graphic design standpoint and allows me to modify the maps in graphic focused software to further enhance the look.

Cons

This software is very advanced and can take a long time to learn. Casual users may have trouble learning how to use the software because of how complicated it is. The graphic outputs are not as visually appealing as they could be and additional work or rendering is needed to really make them stand out, which requires additional software.