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The latest version of CADCorp SIS desktop GIS software, version 7.1, was recently unveiled. The new version includes a completely redesigned interface, based on the Microsoft Office ‘Fluent’ user interface.

 

The change is hoped to make it easier for new users to adopt, as the software now has an interface immediately familiar to anyone that has used recent versions of Microsoft Office.

 

Along with the new user interface comes enhanced cartographic capabilities. Users can now generate hot-spot maps using kernel density estimation (KDE) techniques. The quality of cartographic output has been enhanced through a combination of new label detection methods, the inclusion of de-cluttering algorithms and new text placement functionality. Additionally, maps can now be published in Microsoft XPS format.

 

Further enhancements have also been made. All products in the Cadcorp SIS family are now available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. Performance and reliability will be improved through the inclusion of a master/slave option for the web engine GeognoSIS. The new release includes a ‘plug-in’ for Safe Software’s Feature Manipulation Engine (FME). There is support for raster in PostGIS and SQLite databases. Map drawing performance has been improved through the use of hardware accelerated graphics. In addition, Cadcorp SIS now includes a metadata management application.

 

For more information visit www.cadcorp.com or http://www.integratedfm.com.au/