Beschreibung:
Geographic information systems (GIS) play a primary role in critical infrastructure protection. Protecting and ensuring the continuity of the critical infrastructure of the country is essential to the nation's security, public health and safety, economic vitality, and way of life. This book provides infrastructure owners, first responders and agencies responsible for critical infrastructure protection with an understanding of the benefits of GIS for their work, and a basic knowledge of the range of geographic information tools available to support their efforts.
Introduction. Basics of Geographic Information Systems. Government's Application of GIS to CIP. Industry's Application of GIS to CIP. Local Government Application of GIS to CIP. Case Study: The 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida. Case Study: The GECCo Project in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Emergency Response and Management: Lessons Learned on the Gulf Coast. Use of GIS for Hazard Mitigation Planning in Mississippi. Conclusion.