Hi Maggie,
The SGSI document is *not* a good place to start when comparing MIPro
and ArcGIS. It's just a collection of old management yada, most of which
are completely irrelevant and out-dated in this day and age. But by all
means do as Dave suggests, and roam the list archive for previous (more
updated) posts on the subject.
The general sentiment is - as I understand it - that MIPro is cheaper
and much easier for the novice-average users, while ArcGIS is
technically more advanced (and more expensive). I don't necessarily
agree 100% on this, but don't want to start a rant/flame war over the issue.
As far as I can see, it basically comes down to choice. There are a
number advantages AND disadvantages in choosing either product. Choose
one, and stick with the choice. One guideline could be to see what the
people/companies you need to work with uses.
- - - - - -
While reading the "Why_MI" document, I couldn't help noticing that in it
MapInfo boasts having a wide product range. I can't help but sniff at
this, since the only common ground between the separate products are
data compatability, and even that isn't 100% guaranteed. ESRI has
already solved this with their geodatabase concept, and even have a more
homogeneous product line these days. Oh dear, there I went ranting after
all :-)
Best regards / Med venlig hilsen
Lars Nielsen
GisPro
David Reid wrote:
This topic comes up every so often, it's latest was back in September.
I would encourage you to search the Mapinfo List archives on the subject
"MapInfo v ArcGis" One of the posts in that thread provided a very good
article on the subject located at:
http://www.sgsi.com/MIUserGroup/Why_MI.htm
HTH
David Reid
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Subject: [MI-L] MapInfo and ArcGIS Comparison
Hello All,
I have been using ArcGIS for a while. I want to know what the main
difference: strength and weakness of MapInfo and ArcGIS are. If I need to
purchase a system by myself in the future, which are the pros and cons of
each of them?
Thanks,
Maggie
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