Comparative characteristics of GIS using the AHP method

The article discusses the methodology of comparative analysis of GIS class computer systems using the AHP method. Eighteen selected GIS systems that meet the criterion of completeness of all data required in the research were fully analysed. The proper comparative features were preceded by the recognition of the market situation in terms of the availability of GIS systems. Eight thematic groups of criteria were used in the research, on the basis of which GIS solutions were selected for comparison. The adopted system selection criteria carry out the selection of objects in a binary manner. The set of features and comparative criteria was created on the basis of our own experience and numerous consultations with specialists and field experts. The selected criteria are the most commonly used and most commonly accepted in the environments that systems of this class use on a daily basis. Both the functional scope (features, functions, properties, advantages and disadvantages) and the degree of fulfillment of subsequent criteria by the considered systems were defined and described.