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Applications like Google Indoor Maps have helped people navigate inside any infrastructure with the help of technology. In fact, some of the best indoor navigation apps are interactive, send notifications, provide effective wayfinding, help companies manage crowd control and collect real-time data. In this indoor navigation wiki, find out how you can create effective indoor maps and experiences.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"74Ye33zB3hCTNe8rRk4iW7\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How to Create Indoor Navigation Maps\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-1\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Companies use \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/indoor-mapping-software/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"indoor navigation technology\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" to map large buildings, such as shopping malls, a university, airports, and building complexes. They provide visitors with important information about the venue using an indoor map or an indoor positioning system app. For places that offer an app, visitors can easily download the indoor navigation apps or open via the web to access the map with live updates in real-time. The technology combines the power of GPS with a highly accurate indoor positioning system (IPS). To create your indoor maps, you can choose innovative mapping providers like Mappedin whose technology is designed to integrate with an indoor positioning system app or indoor GPS app.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor navigation maps not only provide convenience for users, but also for the companies managing the property. By creating indoor maps, executives and operations managers can easily use indoor navigation maps to make updates, guide important decisions, implement custom indoor navigation designs, and plan resources and facilities accordingly. While we know how indoor navigation maps can be beneficial for businesses and visitors, how exactly do you create one? In this guide, we will cover the nine basic step-by-step principles in creating indoor navigation maps.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1Y5FoHOo35kCvzdfTlSF2v\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"What's in an Indoor Navigation Map?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Different indoor navigation maps will present different mapping system information. For example, the Gatwick Airport navigation app leverages Augmented Reality (AR) to highlight routes that guide people towards their destination.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When it comes to mapping software, people are most familiar with Google Maps and Apple Maps. However, Google Maps fall short when you’re moving from an outdoor space to indoors. These maps use the most common type of navigation device technology - GPS. Global Positioning System uses a technology that leverages satellites to pinpoint a location geographically. While the Google Maps technology provides accurate information about basic floor plans and outdoor navigation, its positioning feature and wayfinding solutions for indoor spaces are limited.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"That’s where technology like Bluetooth beacons come in. Beacons are small radio transmitters that send bluetooth signals to mobile devices in the area. These beacons do not store any data, but only act as transmitters. As one of the most popular uses of beacons, indoor navigation makes wayfinding easier when you’re inside of a venue.  Regardless of your venue size, indoor positioning system companies can use this technology to create indoor positioning systems and indoor navigation applications for small and large infrastructures. Not only can beacons map the location of a person, this technology can also be used for goods and products. Beacons can be equipped on products and tracked throughout a warehouse. In fact, beacons make it possible to send notifications in a navigation app and mapping apps. Indoor maps can integrate with other technology for marketing and advertising purposes. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Regardless of the map creator or platform, there are several main things that indoor navigation apps should offer to the user:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Positioning: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Positioning determines user and destination locations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Navigation: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Navigation technologies determine one or more best routes to a destination. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Map owners can also expect access to facilities including:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Analytics: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Analytics display location-based details of visits, such as user behaviour, most popular location searches, etc.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Administrative functions: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Maintain and update maps in real-time, where you can communicate through your apps via options such as promotional offers and emergency alerts.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3fdgz2NETz4Gcs0EXqN3It\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"9 Steps To Create Indoor Navigation Maps\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor navigation maps can help you to improve the visitor experience and communicate with your users through a wayfinding app. The wayfinding algorithm will generate directions for the shortest path for users. Indoor wayfinding technology can benefit facilities of any size and for both users and facility managers. You can also leverage indoor navigation maps to collect data, including the time of each visit, the duration, areas visited, and the number of interactions with devices connected to the IoT (Internet of Things). In order to map your building, share notifications, send and receive data, there are a number of things that your indoor navigation map needs to make all this happen. Here is how the indoor map is created. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"1. Define Your Goals For The Map\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When you’re looking to build an indoor navigation map, it’s important to define your indoor map goals at the outset. Your industry or workspace, whether it’s office buildings, campuses, or museums, may require the use of an IPS for any number of specific reasons, for example, \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/indoor-maps-boost-safety-efficiency-for-smart-workplaces\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"smart workplace efficiency and safety\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" for building owners or perhaps to provide better service for your visitors. For shopping centers, a retail store may close or open, so the ability to make revisions and create an accurate map of your venue may be a priority. Train stations may seek indoor maps to help passengers find their platforms more efficiently. Take the time now to understand why you need navigation inside a building.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Businesses may require navigation applications and indoor GPS for many reasons, in most cases they include:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Space management insights \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Your indoor positioning app can connect and communicate with IoT (Internet of Things) technology in your building to deliver location-based details and insights. The app uses positioning systems and positioning technologies that are made up of sensors to gather precise location information.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For example, one way that your indoor navigation app can integrate with IoT devices to produce insights into your office building is related to the movement of people. Are people always taking a specific route? Are there too many people in one area of the workspace? This data can help you manage the space and flow of your office area and buildings. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Analytics can help to power decisions on how to use the space over a short term and long term period, meaning you benefit from the best possible use of rooms and equipment. Leveraging the details of people’s movements from place to place can help you to implement changes to slow-moving areas and even relocate resources to high-traffic areas.   \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Incentivize employee interactions \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Employees need better access to technology that enables project collaboration. One way in which your indoor navigation map can help is to highlight all available meeting spaces in buildings in real-time and facilitate instant bookings. This helps your workers to save time, expedite interactions, and boost productivity. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Long term asset tracking and data management \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor maps can connect to IoT enabled devices to help gain a better understanding of asset usage, meaning you can plan for visible long-term trends and reduce your interest in wasted assets. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For example, indoor navigation maps can be beneficial for warehouses and grocery stores that do shipping and packing. You can effectively help to map out the best routes and monitor the assets available in your facility within the navigation platform. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"With data management and tracking technologies, you will also be able to forecast the type of products and how much product is needed during a specific time period. In addition, you could even consider moving product locations around your warehouse based on their popularity for easier packing.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Navigation solutions allow you to customize the navigation designs to create different zones and manage points of interest on your map. Indoor navigation works especially well in helping warehouses manage their inventory and keeping everything organized.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Increased energy efficiency \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor navigation maps linked to IoT devices can give broad and specific insights into how people use and interact with the building. The data could range from indicating entry point usage, floor use, room use, and use of IoT devices.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Your maintenance staff can view details via the app on a mobile device, allowing for proactive maintenance planning that extends to the life of systems and devices (thus reducing costly one-off instances of reactive maintenance). \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The indoor navigation app can also store data, meaning people can keep track of building maintenance and pass on information from any relevant tests, unit inspections, or system checks. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1Y5FoHOo35kCvzdfTlSF2v\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Emergency communications platform\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Perhaps you want to use indoor navigation \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/indoor-mapping-improves-emergency-planning\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"maps to prepare for emergency events\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" that may occur. You can use your indoor positioning software technology during an emergency to communicate information to smartphone users or to any other mobile device connected to the IoT set up in your building. Send alerts that detail the type of warning, escape routes, and designated safe meeting areas away from the building. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"You can also use the mobile application to highlight the location of any relevant resources. For example, in an emergency such as a fire, your automated alerts could contain information as to the location of different fire extinguishers. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Your application can also help to highlight where alternative emergency exit routes were taken against the advice of the alert, meaning insights are available into finding and communicating the best emergency exits, perhaps consider leveraging fire drills to collect this data.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2148Cp7L8Y0v1ukRncWYJP\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Improved user experience \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Harness the analytical power of your indoor navigation system to cultivate fresh insights into how people move within your indoor space and interact with what they came to do or see. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Easily accessible indoor navigation apps that display location in real-time and provide multi-stop off destination information can help provide user-friendly directions. People who can leverage wi-fi to access a familiar Apple Maps style GPS experience will enjoy their visit. People are familiar with GPS technology, wi-fi technology, GPS signals, and on-screen directions, hence the popularity of indoor IPS apps. Considering how much people rely on a GPS app for outdoor navigation, the addition of a map platform or positioning platform for your indoor space can further increase their user experience by providing better guidance when they navigate from outdoor to indoors.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"2. Identifying the Best Indoor Mapping Solution\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The next step in creating indoor navigation apps is to \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/12-things-to-consider-when-choosing-an-indoor-mapping-provider\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"decide on an indoor mapping solution\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" that best suits your needs. When choosing an indoor mapping solution, there are several things to consider:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Their years of experience\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" - Make sure you conduct research for the company you’re planning to work with. There are a number of options available on the market, so it’s critical to find one that is reliable and trustworthy. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"The number of clients they have worked with\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" - This is just as important, if not, more important than their years of experience. A company that has been in the market for a long time, but without many case studies, could be a company you would want to caution. Companies like Mappedin for example, have worked with over 600 venues across the world and in more than 25 countries. Their experience in the field is extremely extensive.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Square feet mapped\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" - Ask the indoor mapping solution how many square feet they have mapped. This number can be important to see how much work they have done in the industry. You can also find out to see whether they’ve worked with venues that are of similar size as yours.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Add-ons and collaboration ability\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" - For many businesses, they want to ensure their indoor mapping solutions can work with their existing technology. For example, you may want to search for a service provider that can easily integrate with your current website. They should also have the flexibility to allow you to have add-ons to your system in the future. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Support service\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" - Your indoor mapping solution service provider should provide support services for your company. System failures and technological bugs can affect your visitors’ experience, especially if your indoor mapping solution is for a shopping mall. Therefore, make sure your service provider provides sufficient support. Mappedin, for example, provides 24/7 support to ensure their customer’s success and give them peace of mind knowing that they will always be available for help.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"3. Source Your 2D Floor Plan\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The features within different indoor navigation programs will vary depending on the platform. Each service providers’ technology and process of creating indoor navigation maps will be slightly different as well. However, one thing is common for all providers - your 2D map which comes in the form of a blueprint, floor plan, or floor layout, is the foundation for your 3D map. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"That’s why consistency is key when it comes to creating an indoor navigation map. At Mappedin, we create digital maps at scale within our CMS by leveraging automation and our professional mapping team. We convert 2D maps (floor plans) into 3D maps by digitizing all mapping data in 2D vector polygons and rendering them into 3D from multiple perspectives. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"62dUimtNmCgpSDNIkTIacG\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"From floor plans to key points of interest, our technology and design format allows us to maintain the accuracy of our clients’ location data. The digital maps are geo-referenced to real-world measures so that they appear “in place” and aligned with your floor plan and real world coordinates. Our professional mapping team will apply location and styling data, as well as our client’s branding into the map design to ensure it’s consistent with their own platforms.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Keeping your indoor navigation maps accurate is another important factor too. Mappedin’s collaborative Editor tools ensure that the mapping experience remains accurate and consistent whenever clients need to update their maps. Precise location data and accurate maps provide clarity, consistency, and saves time in the future when you’re adding new details and location details to your floor plan.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"4. Identify Key Points of Interests \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Your indoor mapping solution should allow you to introduce Points of Interest (POIs). POIs fill your map with features that allow people to navigate with ease. Here are a number of POIs to consider including in your indoor map:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Access points: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Including building accessibility, such as entrances, ramps, stairs, toilets.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Amenities: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These could be whatever you have available, including vending machines, ATMs, payphones, etc. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Visitor safety: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"This could include first aid kits, a security desk, or lockers.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Other: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Think of business-related useful items or features, including meeting rooms, projectors, speakers, stage area, and more.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"POIs improve apps by helping visitors to navigate quickly between areas of interest. Your indoor map can include a legend to have a symbol that represents the service, which allows visitors to easily locate what they need and where they can be found on the map. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"5. Collecting Location Details\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Collect all other location details for your building. If you’re \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/malls/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"creating an indoor navigation map for a mall\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", you would need to collect all the shops available in your mall, categorizing them into their specific type and audiences. This type of information is extremely important to help customers navigate through your shopping centre. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"To \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/offices/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"create an office map\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", you may need to map out specific locations like the common areas, offices, or meetings rooms. Gather the details of where these places are located and share them with your indoor mapping service provider. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"By creating a list of your location details, the indoor mapping service provider can easily upload the details onto the system. You can also make changes with ease in the future as well. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5rzh1Evy8p6aI7gzbrtzAi\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"6. Geo-reference to Real World Measurements\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The most important part of an indoor map, or any map, is accuracy. Georeferencing software gives real dimensional coordinates to a digital entity. Where the physical properties of your building or venue move or change (internal or external), georeferencing to real-world editing tools can map those changes with a high degree of accuracy. It is important to ensure that the indoor mapping vendor you choose has the ability to geo-reference to real world measurements.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"That means you can keep your map up to date by leveraging software that can alter wall lengths, move doors, introduce pathways, and so on, as well as providing real-world context and direction for those using your map. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"7. Integrate CMS Data\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Sync your CMS data with the indoor navigation platform’s CMS to view an integrated centralized user platform. 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Updates will need to be made as the space changes or as you understand the flow and usage of your space more. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Where possible, leverage the indoor navigation platform’s built-in \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/product-101-draft-publish-mode\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"draft and publish tools\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" to ensure that you maintain map accuracy. These features ensure that you can make and preview changes to your map before publishing. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"While at the preview and go-live stage, pay attention to map rendering across devices and screen sizes. 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The Map Editor contains easy-to-use tools that enable users to add or delete locations, adjust wayfinding routes and pathing, move points of interest on the map, and more.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How do you build an indoor navigation system?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Building an indoor navigation system can take lots of work, especially if you’re managing a large infrastructure. To build an indoor navigation system, you’ll need to determine your goals for the map. This can ultimately depend on the industry and type of building you have. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Then, decide on an indoor mapping solution that best suits your needs. You should choose a service provider with extensive experience, such as Mappedin. Some mapping providers even offer onboarding and training, including map video tutorials using the platform. Now, source your building floor plan. Your indoor mapping provider's team of developers and mapping experts will give you the ability to introduce points of interest, which helps you to mark important points on your map. This is important when designing maps because it helps visitors to navigate better between areas in your venue. Positioning sources and location details will also be crucial in mapping the details of your indoor navigation system. By having a list of details for your venue (such as the location of specific equipment or rooms), you can upload the data directly into the system for easy management. Lastly, make sure you geo-reference your indoor map to ensure accuracy. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Once you’ve built your indoor navigation system, you can also integrate with your website and other digital touch points of your brand. If you've designed your own mobile app, tracking services can help provide more data about the flow of people and use of resources in your indoor space. Property managers and facility managers can leverage this real-time information to maintain their maps for better user experience and space efficiency. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Why do you need an indoor mapping company?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Partnering with an indoor mapping company is the fastest way to have your indoor maps up-and-running. Even better, if you can work with a company that allows you to edit and maintain your own indoor maps as things in your venue change, you can ensure long-term accuracy of the map and location data.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor mapping companies are experts in indoor location data and its many uses. 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Many indoor navigation apps provide a path guide for visitors to get to their specified destinations, as well as approximate distances and turn by turn directions. These apps can often be viewed on a browser window as well, which makes it easy for anyone to use. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"How do I load my indoor map onto a kiosk? \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin’s directory software can be installed remotely. We work with the customer to gain secure remote access to the kiosks and load our application through Windows. 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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. 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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. 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Let's start with our \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Map Editor\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", the backbone to indoor navigation.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor mapping is a simple concept that requires a complicated execution. That’s why the bright minds of Mappedin have created a system that simplifies our clients' lives. Implementing digital indoor maps is quick and easy with our Map Editor platform. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"What is a Map Editor?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Let’s say your \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/malls/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"mall\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" goes through a renovation. You need to swiftly update your indoor map so shoppers don’t get confused. A Map Editor is the answer. Or your \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/stadiums/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"stadium\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" has an upcoming event that you want to showcase. A Map Editor is the answer. Or the coffee machine is broken in your \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/offices/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"office\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" and you want to inform your employees. A Map Editor is the answer. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Resize, reshape, add, delete, and change to your liking and in real-time. The possibilities feel endless and it’s all at your fingertips. Mappedin enables clients to edit their venue as it evolves using real-world measurements for square footage, wall sizes, and path distance. Keeping your venue accurately updated is essential and with a Map Editor, this becomes a fast and painless process.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"010jSTXEUUlP5nfzcDTDqh\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Okay… but how?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The world is changing every second, and a Map Editor allows you to keep up. Mappedin’s Editor allows you to efficiently manage your indoor maps and associated location data. The back-end platform syncs to the digital, live venue maps that are available to visitors. This is how we enable our clients to showcase accurate venue data. The Map Editor gives you the ability to edit location information such as names, logos, and descriptions in real-time. For example, say you need to add a new store to your mall, the editor gives you the ability to input the location of the store, its hours of operation, a reachable phone number, links to social media sites for more information, and its logo for a visual representation. Customize your page and add relevant information to make points of interest around your venue accessible. Have an upcoming event? Showcase it by adding short-term locations with our draw tools. You can easily delete the event once it is over, clearing up space for more to come. A Map Editor gives you the ability to leave your visitors feeling informed and satisfied.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2UZr0k6drlnLynITtszfcc\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"What are the benefits of a Map Editor?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Beyond our Map Editor platform being a quick and efficient tool, you can also gain insight into your visitors’ intent within your building, allowing your company to expand accordingly. Drive people to your business by monitoring what visitors search for the most and appeal to their desires. The \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/analytics/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"analytics dashboard\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" shows detailed data of visitor intent allowing our clients to see missed searches for a location that isn’t currently available. Review detailed reports of categories and language selections while learning which places are driving the most foot traffic. 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