MapPoint Tutorial

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05/19/2012

MapPoint helps you turn large amounts of location-based information into maps that are practical and easy to understand. This tutorial steps you through the process of taking sample data, importing it into MapPoint, and displaying it on the map in a meaningful way.

For more information on using the features covered in this Tutorial as well as many other features in MapPoint, see Getting started.

Sample map and data files

There are many examples of MapPoint maps and sample data files that can be used to create MapPoint maps in the C:\Program Files\Microsoft MapPoint 2013\Samples\ folder. There are a variety of files available, including several MapPoint map files with territories that are based on typical marketing areas in the U.S. and Canada.

Note This is the default installation location of the sample files. If you installed MapPoint in a different location, use Search or Find in Windows Explorer to locate the Samples folder.

The Scenario

Imagine that you are a sales manager for a furniture company. You want to improve and grow your business. Use the following links to go through the Tutorial and see how MapPoint can help you.

Exercise 1: Set up your data

Make your business information easy to work with in MapPoint.

Exercise 2: View your current sales figures

Monitor your success in different locations.

Exercise 3: Find out where your target customers are

Identify areas for potential growth.

Exercise 4: Plan a business trip

Identify important clients and create a route for meeting with them.

Exercise 5: Track your inventory

Analyze where your distribution channels need adjustments.

Exercise 6: See how your business has performed over time

Identify business trends in different areas.