New Handbook Available for GIS Managers

The handbook includes information on GIS program development, GIS legal issues, project management, human resources, and more.

The GIS Management Handbook, by Peter Croswell, provides a comprehensive guide and reference for GIS managers. The handbook includes information on GIS program development, GIS legal issues, project management, human resources, and more. The 10-chapter book is available at a discounted price through August 31, 2009.

"The GIS Management Handbook is the first book I have read that comprehensively covers all the tools GIS managers need to have in their toolbox," said Stuart Davis, assistant COO for the State of Ohio, office of information technology, and past-president of NSGIC. "Beginner and seasoned GIS managers alike can learn something from this book."

The book will be ready to ship July 15, 2009. Its full price is $110 U.S., but is available at a discounted rate of $85 U.S. through August 31, 2009.