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This documentation describes how to get started with the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems: ESRI® ArcGIS® Server and ArcGIS Flex® API. It is intended for new users who are developing a Geographic Business Intelligence Solution (GBIS) that combines the real-time enterprise business intelligence and reporting capabilities of WebFOCUS with ESRI ArcGIS Server.
This manual includes the following chapters:
Chapter/Appendix | Contents | |
1 | Introducing the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems | Provides a brief introduction to the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems. In addition, an overview of the Geographic Business Intelligence Solution (GBIS) components that are associated with this solution is included. |
2 | Provides a summary of the requirements and prerequisites for the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems. | |
3 | Provides a detailed tutorial for the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems that walks the user through the steps that are required to build a geographic retail application. | |
4 | Provides a selection of tips and usage considerations for the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems. | |
A | Provides additional resources for the WebFOCUS Adapter for Geographic Information Systems. |
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