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Map navigation

What is meant by Map navigation?

"Map navigation" refers to the use of digital maps and GPS technology to find and guide a way from a starting point to a destination.

Typical functions of software in the "map navigation" area could include:

  1. Route calculation: The software automatically calculates the best route from a starting point to the destination, considering factors such as traffic, distance, and travel time.

  2. Voice-guided instructions: The software provides the user with voice instructions to indicate direction during the journey without the user needing to look at the device.

  3. Real-time traffic information: The software informs the user about current traffic conditions and suggests alternative routes if necessary to avoid delays.

  4. Points of Interest (POIs): The software displays Points of Interest such as gas stations, restaurants, and landmarks along the route and allows the user to plan stops.

  5. Offline maps: The software offers the option to download maps and use them offline, allowing navigation in areas without an internet connection.

  6. 3D map view: The software provides a three-dimensional view of the map to help the user with better orientation.

  7. Traffic flow analysis: The software analyzes traffic flow and provides information about speeds on different road segments to optimize route planning.

  8. Updates: The software offers regular updates of maps and traffic information to ensure that navigation remains precise and reliable.

 

The function / module Map navigation belongs to:

Route planning

Consideration of priority customers
Consideration opening hours
Geocoding
Geographical display
GIS interfaces
Navigation
Photo proof of delivery
Reverse geocoding
Round trip optimizations, heuristics
Route and isochrones
Route optimization
Shipping
Tour optimization
Travel and route planning

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Area distribution
Base maps
Catchment areas
Data classification
Distance matrices
Employee and vehicle assignment
Geographical display
GIS interfaces
Google Maps integration
GPS tracking
Heatmaps and density maps
IP geocoder
Legends
Locations in room plan
Map displays
Map editor
Map layer analysis
Parcel of Land Management
Reverse geocoding
Round trip optimizations, heuristics
Route and isochrones
Spatial selection

Software solutions with function or module Map navigation:

adiutaByte
EcholoN Service Management Suite
Field Service Management - Dispatch
ProfiTour®