A new computer technique has been developed to aid decisionmakers in rapidly comprehending and using large amounts of information. The authors explain the theory and requirements of computer mapping, and describe a stepwise decision process which developed statewide, multicounty, and intracity maps as part of a retail banking site selection process.
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