Implementation of an Investment Information System Based on Google Maps API

Abstract: Obtaining more accurate information of investment chances and the most suitable places for each investment in a specific country are the most concerning things for investors, especially for foreign investors. In this paper, we constructed an information system for investment in Egypt using online map services such as Google Maps API. Based on J2EE platform, adopting technologies of Google Maps API, JavaScript, Liferay Content Management System, SQL Server 2014, and JSP the system was implemented. The system was tested over different platforms such as Microsoft Azure Cloud, VM on Cloud, and on a private remote server. Also, query time at each platform is measured.

Keywords: Investment Information System; Google Maps; Azure Cloud; VM; Remote Server; Liferay.