Many Companies Are Using GIS Technology Along with Global Positioning

question 49

Multiple Choice

Many companies are using GIS technology along with global positioning system devices to do all of the following except:

• A) Map customer traffic patterns within each store
• B) Choose new retail store locations
• C) Optimize distribution routes
• D) Analyze the demographics of their target audiences

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Definitions:

Inventory Turnover Ratio

A measure of how often a company sells and replaces its stock of goods during a period, calculated as cost of goods sold divided by average inventory.

Gross Profit

The difference between revenue and the cost of goods sold before deducting overhead, payroll, taxation, and interest payments.

Net Sales

Revenue from goods or services sold minus returns, allowances, and discounts.

Return On Equity (ROE)

A measure of financial performance, calculated by dividing net income by shareholder equity, indicating how well a company uses investments to generate earnings growth.