Microcomputers in Property : A surveyor's guide to Lotus 1-2-3 and dBASE IV

ISBN-13: 9780419152606 / Angielski / Miękka / 1991

Spon; T. J. Dixon; O. Bevan

Opis

This handbook provides an introduction for students and practitioners to the applications of spreadsheets and database systems in estate management. An introduction to basic PC hardware, components and software types is included, together with the criteria needed in software selection. Two leading programs, dBASE IV, a database management system, and Lotus 1-2-3 (version 2.2 and 3.0) are used to form the focus for a variety of applications. Guidance on spreadsheet design and database design using these programs, is provided and the areas of application covered include property management, valuation, appraisal, portfolio analysis and forecasting. Other potential applications, such as geographic information systems are also considered, and a helpful list of relevant software programs and suppliers provided.

Recenzje

"The book serves as an excellent introduction to both the world of microcomputers in general and to the much more specific applications of spreadsheets and databases... well laid out and indexed. It is a must for undergraduates beginning an education in property and would also make valuable reading for any practioners." - Journal of Property Valuation & Investment

Spis treści

Microcomputers in property. Software. Spreadsheets. Spreadsheet techniques. Setting up applications: spreadsheet examples. Database management systems. Database techniques. Setting up applications: database management systems. References and further reading. Appendices. Index.

O autorze

S. Hargitay, O. Bevan, T.J. Dixon