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Outdoor mapping solutions are used by everyone from seafaring ships to passenger planes to even individuals traveling on foot.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"But GPS can’t penetrate buildings, so what do you do if you need to map an indoor space instead? \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-1\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Tips On Choosing An Indoor Mapping Solution\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3hoZWnZ1k51lR3ZimYzXUX\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The indoor mapping industry is fairly young and unfamiliar to most consumers. There are a few major players vying for dominance, but new mapping platforms are popping up quite regularly as more and more businesses realize the benefit of indoor maps. Between the ever-changing mapping landscape and general unfamiliarity with the industry, it can be difficult choosing \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"an indoor mapping solution like Mappedin\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/indoor-mapping-software/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" for your business. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"We created this guide to help you make more informed decisions about who to trust with your indoor mapping needs. You’ll learn about the 12 things you need to consider when evaluating an indoor mapping service provider, from expertise to systems compatibility and integration to cost.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Let’s get started.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor Mapping vs Indoor Positioning\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"First of all, let’s understand the difference between the two. Although \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"indoor mapping and indoor positioning\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/indoor-positioning-vs-indoor-navigation\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" are related concepts, there are differences between them. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor positioning refers to the technology used to accurately determine one’s position within a certain indoor area, in the same way that GPS can show you where you are on an outdoor map.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Meanwhile, indoor mapping is used to create indoor maps of a specific environment. Mapping providers use on-site scanning technology like SLAM, which stands for simultaneous localization and mapping, or floor plan digitization to build an accurate representation of the indoor area. SLAM has been a revolutionary scanning technology that helps to find locations of objects or sensors with reference to its surroundings while mapping the layout of the environment. These technologies allow providers to create an accurate representation of the indoor space.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"So indoor mapping helps you visualize what an indoor space looks like while indoor positioning helps you accurately place yourself within a particular indoor map.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"If we compare it to outdoor mapping, GPS is the outdoor positioning technology. Outdoor mapping platforms like Google Maps or Waze all employ GPS to show you where you are positioned on any given map in real-time.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"NASA’s GPS technology dominates outdoor mapping, beating out competitors like Russia’s GLONASS tech and Europe’s Galileo. In indoor positioning, however, there’s no single dominant technology – indoor mapping providers use a combination of Wi-Fi, Li-Fi, Bluetooth smart beacons, and other technology simultaneously to accurately map customer locations .\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"All indoor positioning systems should be compatible with any indoor map, so which technologies you choose to work with really depend on your needs.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5tPkkfubgsDti4QnlqCDAA\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Provider Expertise & Reputation\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"As we mentioned earlier, indoor mapping is a relatively new field, so every year of experience counts. Some of the more senior companies have been around for almost a decade. These are a safer bet because they’ve had more time to master the emerging technologies in indoor mapping.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"When looking for an indoor mapping partner, you’ll want to know how many clients the company has worked with in the past. To get a better understanding of the indoor mapping service provider, you can visit their website to review any case studies and testimonials from companies they worked with. It’s also good to find out the number of square feet they have mapped to ensure that you can trust the experience of your service provider.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin , for example, was founded in 2011 and has since mapped over 500 million square footage of space across 25 countries. That includes malls, retail boutiques, stadiums, and even entire city districts. We have plenty of experience mapping indoor space for a diverse set of clients.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Ultimately, provider experience can be a make or break. Not only do experienced companies have a better understanding of creating accurate maps at scale, they can also recommend other players in the indoor mapping space — from positioning technologies and digital signage hardware to ad serving software.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Type Of Space You Own\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The type of venue that you are mapping is another major consideration. Some spaces require little interactivity, so a static indoor map will do. But activity-driven venues like malls, campuses, large complex retailers, or amusement parks could benefit from additional functionality such as:\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Directions to and from points of interest (POIs)\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"User-editable location points\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Unique, location-specific events, promotions, and the like\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Interactive search and category listings\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"If there are certain areas that require security controls, this becomes even more important. Publicly-accessible areas like parking lots can be freely mapped without concern for security. But if you have a private space with limited access – say, a data center or staff room – those areas should only be visible to people with the necessary access rights.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Additionally, certain spaces are more dynamic than others. For indoor spaces, like workplaces or schools where locations are constantly being updated, you may want to consider an enterprise-grade platform with context-sensitivity and real-time map updates.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The mapping platform that you choose determines what kind of data you can or cannot map. Make sure that your solutions provider allows for extensive customization and tailoring based on the type of space or building you want to map. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Accommodate Different User Needs\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"You can’t determine the right mapping platform if you don’t understand what the user’s needs and use cases will be. You need to ask yourself, who are the target users for your indoor maps? Is it customers, staff, or administrators? 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For example, outdoor street navigation apps provide drivers with real-time traffic data, allowing them to plan their routes better and avoid high-traffic areas. Indoors, maps can also be used to display real-time foot traffic and user movement. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5tPkkfubgsDti4QnlqCDAA\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Integration With Other Systems\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Chances are, your organization already uses specific systems and APIs. Indoor mapping is, after all, just one part of a larger system. It’s important to choose an indoor mapping vendor whose architecture is compatible with yours; otherwise, you’ll spend more time and money converting your systems.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"System integration matters in some verticals more than others. Take the healthcare industry, for example, which uses different patient management systems. By integrating a mapping platform data into these systems, hospitals can help their staff navigate the site in real-time. You may even be able to alert them of emergencies or scheduled rotations in specific areas using the same dynamic map.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"14ruTvs0cuZVEqmIl2lkut\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Connecting Other Apps & IoT Devices\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Supporting mobile apps and Internet of Things (IoT) devices is an important feature of many indoor mapping applications. There are plenty of use cases for an IoT-based indoor mapping solution, such as building security and maintenance.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"For example, smart electricity meters can be mapped, allowing you to see how much power each hotspot consumes. IoT devices can also be used to provide real-time traffic data, diagnose equipment problems, alert maintenance staff of issues, gather smart data, and even map how spaces are being used. IoT security devices like smart cameras and biometric locks can also be integrated into digital maps indoors, helping with access control.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Another consideration is mobile app compatibility. If you already have a mobile app for your location (or if you want to allow users to access your indoor maps on their mobile phones), you’ll have to choose a provider whose mapping platform can interface with other apps that your customers might be using.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This allows you to offer enriched customer experiences. If there are augmented reality (AR) mobile apps that you can integrate with your indoor maps, it could allow customers to virtually explore your building.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Search for a provider that offers Software Development Kits (SDKs) and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for both mobile and desktop to allow communication between applications.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Seamless Navigation\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Although your major concern is how to map indoor environments, a good indoor mapping solution allows users to easily transition from outdoor navigation to indoor navigation. Instead of switching apps, you can unify indoor and outdoor maps, making it more convenient for users to explore your space while enhancing the \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"customer experience (like we detail here)\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/blog/product/indoor-mapping/7-ways-digital-wayfinding-can-improve-the-customer-experience\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\".\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This is particularly useful for establishments that have both indoor and outdoor locations. If you have one building that’s connected to others by shared outdoor spaces, this becomes even more vital. You can connect multiple buildings on your map for easier navigation, this is especially useful for places like university campuses.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Ability To Customize Indoor Maps\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all mapping solution. When you create indoor maps, everything is tailored for your specific venue and potential use cases. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Plus, the data that your maps are based on may change in the future – vendors come in and out, buildings get added to the site, and facilities may change locations. This is why your mapping platform has to be flexible and highly customizable, in order to support whatever changes or features you might need in the future. You want to ensure that your indoor mapping tools allow you to adapt your location information over time, as well as allowing you to make updated changes.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Scalability & Future-Proofing\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Business needs change over time, and so should your indoor maps platform. And since you can’t always anticipate how your use cases will change, you’ll want it to be infinitely scalable in terms of size, features they offer, and users they support.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3Cz4TXD72O135EqLQw1lhJ\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"It should be easy to add an additional room, building, place of interest, and other types of information on your map. Your maps solution should also support multiple platforms such as desktop and mobile across multiple operating systems while offering seamless transitions between them all. Ensure that your service provider is able to help you with these extra changes or provide support in the future. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Strong Developer Support\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"There are two main kinds of indoor maps solutions: do-it-for-you services where the provider handles everything or developer-based solutions that allow you to create custom maps on your own. If you choose the latter, you’ll want your provider to have well-documented and flexible SDKs/APIs so that your inhouse developers have all of the information they need for building a map.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"It’s not necessary, but it’s a bonus if there’s a robust developer community that’s ready to help whenever you have questions or problems. Developer support from your service provider can reduce the learning curve and adaptation time as much as possible, ensuring speedy setup of your maps.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5tPkkfubgsDti4QnlqCDAA\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Ongoing Map Maintenance\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor mapping is not a one-time project – it’s an ongoing effort where you have to work closely with your provider to maintain, update, and grow your maps. Building construction, changing location information, and renovations are just some of the major elements you might need to map in the future.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"On top of that, your indoor mapping system should be constantly updating to comply with newer standards and technologies. Depending on the services and partnership offered by your service provider, you want to ensure maintenance is included or can be added as an extra service. At the end of the day, this will make it easier should you encounter any technical issues or minor and major issues with the indoor mapping system.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Service Costing\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Finally, you want to have full transparency and understanding on the charges. The costs of indoor mapping vary depending on your requirements and needs. Every provider will charge differently based on the size of the space to be mapped as well as the complexity of the design. Bigger spaces obviously require a bigger budget, as well as indoor maps with plenty of features (e.g. wayfinding, notification alerts, etc.).\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Data accuracy is another major factor in costing. If you want to offer real-time position tracking for your users, expect to spend more than if you requested static maps.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Additional features like third-party integration, IoT device support, and more all come at an additional cost. Prioritize the features that customers actually want to use to effectively manage your budget.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Factor in one-time costs like installation fees, subscription fees, and hardware upgrades. Clarify with your provider if their quote covers maintenance. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin: A Trusted Choice\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"At the end of the day, choice is what matters most in indoor mapping. You should have the choice to integrate with APIs and IoT devices, scale up, and add new features as you go.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"What you need is a maps platform with robust data analytics, excellent integration, endless customization, and scalability. 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While we have the same objective, each indoor mapping provider takes a slightly different approach. Mappedin looks to our competitors for their unique takes on solving the greater challenge of indoor mapping. This blog will cover some of our competitors doing a great job with indoor mapping and how we differ.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin Alternatives: Mapwize, Inpixon, ArcGIS Indoors\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-1\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor mapping is essential in guiding visitors through dynamic and complex indoor spaces. People have become accustomed to relying on navigation apps and GPS to discover new places but maintaining the same level of accuracy and connection gets challenging when users move indoors.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Traditional indoor mapping software such as Autodesk’s Revit and AutoCAD are used to create accurate and detailed drawings of a space but these softwares are not designed to make quick or minor map changes and often they do not include map features such as amenities or wayfinding.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"On the other end of the mapping spectrum, there are outdoor mapping platforms that rely on GPS. Mapping solutions for indoor spaces are trickier because there isn’t one way to create a mass dataset of these spaces - millions of property owners around the world would need to work collaboratively and each venue would need to be equipped with the tools that enable them to manage their own data. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"So where is the middle ground? \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin is a leading provider of indoor mapping solutions. The platform is made up of industry-leading tools for property owners and operators to manage their indoor venue maps and build digital wayfinding experiences into their user-facing applications. 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The platform manages over 600 million square feet of indoor space and has served over 140 million directions to people navigating the indoors. Along with vast experience, Mappedin offers intuitive wayfinding solutions and a powerful back-end Map Editor that simplifies map management for property owners, ensuring they can maintain accurate mapping experiences for their guests.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The Mappedin product offering includes 3D and 2D map views, interactive maps, Smart Search driven by machine learning, real-time edits and syncs, blue dot wayfinding, automated and optimized pathing, draft and publish mode, is Apple IMDF approved, and includes additional features to drive foot traffic at your venue. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"8JgE1KqN0Lm09Ikd8jXbr\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin vs Mapwize\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mapwize is one of the companies making a difference in the indoor mapping industry. The two solutions differ in that Mappedin is a whitelabeled software and provides interactive 3D maps. In the map creation process, Mapwize users must manually add pathing, whereas Mappedin customers can save time with accurate and automated pathing. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Interactive 3D Maps\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"While Mapwize users can zoom in and out of digital 2D maps, Mappedin provides an advanced user experience with interactive 3D mapping solutions. With Mappedin, users can zoom as well as pan and rotate the map, allowing them to quickly get familiarized with the venue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Whitelabeled Software\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin’s software is whitelabeled, meaning the Mappedin logo never appears on the front-end solution. This allows customers of Mappedin to adapt the look and feel of the map, branding the front-end solution as their own. Mapwize, in comparison, features their own logo and brand colours on the front-end solution.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3ncm5HFIgaGNMYRspNMsWs\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"value\":\"Mapwize solution (left) and Mappedin solution (right). \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Automated Pathing \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Regardless of the indoor mapping provider, it is important to have accurate and optimized pathing within your venue maps. In the Mapwize editor, \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"value\":\"Mapwize Studio\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", map admins click to create their own pathing networks throughout the building. This process can be time consuming for larger venues and result in human error. 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Different from Inpixon, Mappedin’s customers can deploy 3D maps along with 2D ones and important location details are contained within the framework of the indoor map. The Mappedin product offering also includes an out-of-the-box solution for large platforms such as a kiosk or directory and customers hoping to use SDKs have easy access to developer documentation.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"3D Maps & Location Details\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"As previously discussed, Mappedin provides interactive 3D maps with intuitive controls to pan, zoom, and rotate the experience. Further, Mappedin offers a cohesive user experience by showcasing important location details within the map. Details might include a location description, hours, a phone number, and links such as social media sites, a website, reservation booking, and more. In comparison, on Inpixon’s web solution, users must click out from the map to another page of the venue website in order to learn more about one particular location. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"59ZV42y7QIphMoMPLJfm8P\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"value\":\"Inpixon solution (left) and Mappedin solution (right). \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Directory Solution \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Inpixon “provides developers with a robust set of tools to build map-enabled web and mobile (Android and iOS applications).” Along with web and mobile, standalone directory or kiosk software is fundamental for large, complex venues. Mappedin’s Digital Directory solution is built using the Mappedin Web SDK and enables users to search, discover, and navigate using large-screen displays that are easy-to-use and placed at key entrances and intersections of a venue. Along with a directory solution, Mappedin customers can also use a pre-built web solution and SDKs for web, Android, iOS, and React Native applications. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Availability of Documentation \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For customers hoping to build their own custom experience using mapping SDKs, Mappedin offers trial keys and makes developer documentation publicly available. This allows companies evaluating indoor mapping providers to properly evaluate the tools and understand the features and functionality before committing to a particular provider. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin vs ArcGIS Indoors\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"ArcGIS Indoors is the third and final indoor mapping provider we will discuss in this piece. While this platform is complex and focused on workplace environments, Mappedin serves a range of different industries with an easy-to-use Map Editor and has placed an importance on stylizing maps for improved user experiences. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Wide Variety of Industries\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"While ArcGIS Indoors is focused on servicing workplace environments, Mappedin works with a wide variety of industries including workplaces and offices, shopping malls and retailers, stadiums, hospitals and healthcare facilities, campuses, city districts, theme parks, transportation hubs, casinos, and more. As an experienced provider in the indoor mapping industry, Mappedin has taken the time to understand the unique challenges and opportunities of each use case and offers pre-built applications for ease of deployment and SDKs for maximum flexibility.     \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Easy-to-Use Platform \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The Mappedin Editor has been designed for ease of use and does not require customers to be familiar with complex mapping tools such as AutoCAD or formats like Revit. The Mappedin UI is simple and streamlined. As part of onboarding, the Mappedin team does the initial setup to transform 2D building floor plans into digital, interactive indoor maps. After receiving map approval, training is provided to Mappedin customers to ensure they are able to quickly make revisions to the maps as venues change and grow. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Optimized for Consumer Experience\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor maps can serve a variety of use cases, ranging from purely operational to experiential. Mappedin has optimized the look and feel of indoor maps and to provide unparalleled consumer experiences and encourages customers to customize and style their maps where possible. This approach ensures that the final mapping solution works for users, regardless of the use case.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5OKunFbuS7BrDCqFqA9886\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"value\":\"ArcGIS Indoors solution (left) and Mappedin solution (right). \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Why Mappedin is the Better Alternative\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin and our competitors each have a unique approach to solving the challenges of indoor mapping. While there is no right or wrong approach, Mappedin believes in enabling our customers with powerful mapping solutions, easy-to-use tools, and a platform that works for everyone, regardless of industry or use case. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"We will continue to look to our competitors for opportunities to grow the Mappedin solution and bring indoor maps to venues around the world. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"document\"}"},"articleType":"Article","image":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.4880952380952381,"src":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=480&q=50","srcSet":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=120&h=81&q=50 120w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=240&h=161&q=50 240w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=480&h=323&q=50 480w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=720&h=484&q=50 720w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=960&h=645&q=50 960w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=1440&h=968&q=50 1440w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/24PtFxlSwvke0jAO8OEhOz/8f89cc7089c575e4d9823ec132ceeab8/orange_paint_chip_samples.jpg?w=3375&h=2268&q=50 3375w","sizes":"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"}}}},{"title":"The Basis of Indoor Mapping","slug":"the-basis-of-indoor-mapping","content":{"__typename":"ContentfulBlogPost","author":"Genny Orser","publishDate":"Oct 12, 2017","updatedAt":"Jan 10, 2022","tags":{"category":{"name":"Product","slug":"product"},"topic":{"name":"Indoor Mapping","slug":"indoor-mapping"}},"content":{"raw":"{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Get the information on why real-time indoor mapping isn’t widely available but remains critical to other digital experiences on your radar.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Did you know that for both iOS and Android devices the \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"http://www.businessofapps.com/data/app-statistics/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Google Maps app ranks fourth for overall app usage\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"? Falling directly behind the likes of Facebook, YouTube & Google search, it’s clear that device-aided navigation has become a common part of our daily lives. Keeping this in mind, it’s hard to believe that the same experience is still widely unavailable indoors. Let’s get into why this is, and how we’re working to unlock these capabilities, which are so commonly used in today’s digital world.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mapping the outdoors became quickly attainable due to \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"http://www.businessinsider.com/how-does-gps-work-2014-7\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"the visibility with existing satellite infrastructure\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\". Indoor mapping continues to challenge the industry because there isn’t one way to create a mass dataset of these spaces. Since the indoors is private (yes, even those indoor spaces that we view as public) and changing every few hours, the only way to create this dataset is to work collaboratively with the millions of property owners around the world. They need to be equipped with efficient tools that enable them to manage their own data.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Common process for creating and maintaining indoor maps\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Many of our customers know the below process all too well. Before having a way to create and maintain their property maps in real-time, the typical steps taken to update those maps were as follows;\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"In totality, this process is likely to take upwards of 3 months and can be very costly based on the resources required. Because of this, it’s common for property owners to only make a handful of updates each year. This handful of updates can’t keep up with the dynamic environments they’re serving, and in many cases provides inaccurate indoor mapping for visitors. In today’s digital world, inaccuracy does not meet consumer expectations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Property operators are the only ones in the day-to-day who know where everything is. It’s critical that they become a part of the equation. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Breakdown of inefficiencies and gaps in the process\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor mapping is generally misunderstood today because everyone just thought digital was better, but didn’t realize what digital entailed. An accurate map needs to be the basis on which all digital experiences within a physical space are built. Not only is the process above time consuming, it also requires specific professionals to accomplish the user output.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"CAD (Computer Aided Design) as a tool has been the basis on which map experiences are created. Unfortunately, CAD is not a user friendly tool, meaning that someone who is proficient with CAD needs to be a part of the ongoing process. Along with CAD professionals, property owners need to have designers who understand how to turn that CAD into a consumer-friendly map across multiple platforms. CAD files include the critical elements of a space (e.g. wall dimensions, electrical, exits, etc.), but don’t incorporate many of the elements that property visitors would be looking for (e.g. amenities, Santa setup for holidays, washroom closed for cleaning, pop-up stores, etc.). Designers need to turn the CAD into a format that’s consumable and that includes information which is relevant to each platform. While the output may look nice from a design perspective, there’s usually a disconnect in the map experience and in many cases, the map itself looks completely different.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"How to fix this process and enable better digital experiences\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It’s inevitable that 5 years from now, you should be able to walk into any building (e.g. mall, airport, hospital) and navigate as you would outside. To do this, property owners need a process to capture both large scale, complicated changes and also small but high impact changes happening on an hourly, daily, or weekly basis. Ideally, one tool can service both and anyone with minimal training can administer these changes.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Once we can successfully unlock these tools to all property owners and operators, we will be on a much better path to having accurate indoor mapping just like we do for the outdoors. The property operators are the only people day-to -day who know where everything is. It’s critical that they become a part of the equation. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"The end result\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Once property owners and operators start leveraging tools to keep their indoor maps updated, the opportunity for other digital experiences are endless. 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Zone information can also offer time-sensitive data such as start times, itinerary information, and security information.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Advanced Pathing and Nodes\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"There is also advancing pathing capabilities or nodding for finding publicly accessible areas in your map, which is helpful as you create a space that allows for a natural flow of traffic through a venue. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"This feature is especially helpful for a venue that has frequent events or when you need to route event traffic using a specified path. It's possible to add short term locations to your existing map using the draw tools on Mappedin without losing previous data and add details such as the date, description, and event title.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When the event is over, you can simply delete the information added or archive it using the snapshot tool, depending on the amount and type of data added. If you have a specific person in charge of events, it's also possible to grant them specific permissions so they can collaborate on these items with other team members.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Accessibility and Communication\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Users can also note non-accessible areas such as service corridors, mechanical rooms, storage areas, service stairways, and service elevators. To make these non-accessible areas more visible, you can grey them out and add other details as necessary.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For the accessible areas in your venue, you can also create maps that provide useful information to users or customers without sacrificing how useful this map is to the companies managing the venue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These maps often include additional information useful to visitors, such as positioning data and navigation suggestions to help people find a path to where they are going more efficiently. Map owners can also \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"view analytical data\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" on how this map is used by visitors, including details of each visit, the most popular searches, and other user behavior data.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These maps can also indicate current promotional offers and provide emergency alerts that directly communicate real-time data from map owners.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Geo-Reference to Real-World Coordinates\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Once you have imported your blueprint and all of the 2D vectors are accounted for, the Mappedin team renders the information into 3D shapes. These images should accurately reflect the blueprint but may look a little bit different than the original plan. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"At this point, you can use Mappedin CMS to start to make changes and revisions while you decide what other details to add and what information can go live.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"During this process, you'll undoubtedly want to add details to your map that help users orient themselves as they review the layout, including things like visual landmarks. This layout can include coordinates like latitude and longitude, but it may also include cardinal directions.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Map geometry and geo-references can change as the venue changes or grows, and the ability to use real-world coordinates and other navigational markers can help ensure your map stays accurate. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"To edit this information, you can use the editing tools provided in the Mappedin Editor, which also provides measurements such as square footage calculations, path distances, and wall lengths.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The Ability to Convert from 2D to 3D\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"One of the best time-saving features of Mappedin is arguably its proficiency at taking a 2D rendering of a building and creating a 3D digital asset. Most often, this information comes from a 2D blueprint and contains all sorts of measurement data that isn't terribly user friendly, but Mappedin allows for extensive customization.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It's no secret that 3D maps provide a better overall experience for users that allows for a higher level of interaction and generally greater interest from visitors. A 3D map also allows you to add multiple layers of detail and embed client logos without obscuring vital details and other relevant information in specific parts of the venue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5WLYXtIU5zPY1WsTpP9oK0\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It's also important to note that these 3D maps look identical whether you view them on the web, a mobile device, or at a kiosk. This consistency ensures the best possible user experience and eliminates certain variables so that the analytical data collected is more helpful to map owners.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Final Thoughts\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Using powerful mapping software like Mappedin can help you save time creating a highly detailed and interactive map without sacrificing the amount of information you include in various map areas. This software can also prevent mistakes and allow you to easily update your map while archiving older information.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Even venues that host frequent events with short durations can make the most out of map creation with Mappedin, and it's possible to assign unique permissions to different team members so they can best perform their job duties and help keep the map up to date.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin also provides a seamless experience across the web, mobile devices, and kiosks and is compatible with iOS and Android devices. 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