John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2009. – 314 pages.
Location theory is rooted in the disciplines of geography, engineering, mathematics, and economics. The science of ‘‘where should it be’’ is truly multidisciplinary and continues to be of interest to practitioners and researchers alike representing a variety of ?elds, ranging from business to operations research to computer science. We consider Geographic information systems (GIS) and optimization techniques as equally important tools in this maturing ?eld. In fact, scholars and practitioners today need an understanding of both areas (GIS and optimization).
Existing books on location tend to discuss the topic from a perspective of GIS or optimization, but not both. But the science of where has matured to the extent that this dichotomy is no longer ideal, so students need to be ?rmly grounded in both subjects. This need is what inspired us to write this text.
There is no required background for this text, simply an interest in spatial analysis. The level of discussion and technical sophistication is for both undergraduates and graduates, with all chapters including introductory and advanced material. The 12 chapters in the text can be taught over a 10-week quarter or 16-week semester.
Location theory is rooted in the disciplines of geography, engineering, mathematics, and economics. The science of ‘‘where should it be’’ is truly multidisciplinary and continues to be of interest to practitioners and researchers alike representing a variety of ?elds, ranging from business to operations research to computer science. We consider Geographic information systems (GIS) and optimization techniques as equally important tools in this maturing ?eld. In fact, scholars and practitioners today need an understanding of both areas (GIS and optimization).
Existing books on location tend to discuss the topic from a perspective of GIS or optimization, but not both. But the science of where has matured to the extent that this dichotomy is no longer ideal, so students need to be ?rmly grounded in both subjects. This need is what inspired us to write this text.
There is no required background for this text, simply an interest in spatial analysis. The level of discussion and technical sophistication is for both undergraduates and graduates, with all chapters including introductory and advanced material. The 12 chapters in the text can be taught over a 10-week quarter or 16-week semester.