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The Multi-Criteria Analysis Shell for Spatial Decision Support (MCAS-S) is a powerful tool designed to view and combine mapped information, enhancing spatial decision-making processes and stakeholder engagement. With its transparency, flexibility, and real-time processing capabilities, MCAS-S empowers decision-makers to make well-informed choices without the need for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programming. This user-friendly tool allows stakeholders to understand how mapped data is integrated to meet specific objectives, enabling them to explore trade-offs and compare different options. MCAS-S is freely available and has been widely used at international, national, regional, and catchment scales within the Australian Government Department of Agriculture and Water Resources policy environment since the early 1990s. It offers a comprehensive and efficient approach to spatial analysis, making it a valuable asset for decision-makers seeking to optimize their spatial decision-making processes.