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This digital map can be used across a variety of experiences and outputs, including wayfinding. This map becomes the foundation of the Blue Dot experience. It is critical that properties have a tool like Mappedin’s to easily maintain their maps and make changes, as there is nothing more frustrating than a wayfinding experience, Blue Dot enabled or not, that isn’t accurate.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5oNZXGN9lubMoIlzgbmMXm\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Separate from the creation and maintenance of a digital map, properties need the ability to expose these maps for the purpose of wayfinding to their visitors. There are many options for this including products like Mappedin Web and Mappedin’s Mobile SDK. Regardless of implementing Blue Dot and real-time positioning, it is critical to build a mapping and wayfinding product that is intuitive, that has simple “to” and “from” entry fields, and so on. 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Regardless of venues that use Bluetooth beacons, inertial nav, geomagnetic, Wi-Fi, or some combination of these, it’s important to work with a vendor that understands the benefits to each and, ideally, someone who can work with a method of sensor fusion (a combination of as many of these as possible).\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Questions to ask about your positioning system:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Real accuracy (as opposed to theoretical accuracy):\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" What is the realistic expectation under normal or sub-optimal conditions? 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This is where vendors like \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/product-101-imdf-export\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Apple and their IPS solution\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" come in. Companies like Apple are making IPS free from infrastructure and setup costs by enabling Digital Mapping vendors and property owners to “survey” their venue within Apple’s survey app to create a grid. That grid works with existing Wi-Fi to send positioning data to whatever application is using it.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4WvrF8R2wgUKaSYdatUr3e\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Regardless of the type of positioning system you choose, it is important to remember that none of these, no matter how accurate they claim to be, will provide you with a singular Blue Dot position. These systems work in circles to provide a circle of accuracy (i.e. 4M, 6M, 15M, etc.) and the latitude and longitude that references the middle point of that circle. Venues must keep in mind that the middle point is simply that - a middle point - and is a guess at where a user may be within that circle of accuracy. 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People now turn to their phones and have become accustomed to a staple of outdoor navigation: the blue dot. On a digital map, a simple blue dot lets you know your location and allows you to continually reference that location as you walk or drive. It makes getting around so much easier.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1AkMwkG19zFe7OIeUoAle2\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The outdoors was always the natural first step for navigation; from driving to that store you’ve never heard of to planning your transit route through a city. Over the past decade or so, outdoor navigation quickly went from being only used on vehicle GPS systems to everyone getting from point A to B with the phone in their pocket. Indoor navigation on the other hand, has typically fallen short due to limitations with GPS signals or venues not being mapped at all. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"More and more, users are expecting a great navigation experience indoors while today’s mobile map applications still prioritize the outdoors. Mappedin is bridging this gap with a feature called Mapped Blue Dot. Pairing Mappedin’s detailed 3D maps with advancements in indoor positioning technology means that we can provide robust \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/what-is-blue-dot-wayfinding\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"indoor blue dot navigation\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\". A user simply has to load the map on their device from a website and they can now locate themselves while navigating to any location within a venue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"No apps to install and no friction. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When using Mappedin Blue Dot, users will see the same great features they have come to expect for the outdoors. As you walk to your destination, you are guided by the blue dot. To make your experience seamless, the map automatically rotates for every turn along the way and Follow Mode means that there’s no need to pan or move the map to keep up with you. If you do, however, you can always get back to your position on the map with the tap of a button. When you get to a connection point such as an escalator, your level or floor on the map will switch automatically - a crucial piece of functionality for indoor navigation. Throughout this journey, blue dot will give instant feedback on position accuracy with the ‘accuracy ring,’ and advanced algorithms help to ensure we display the most accurate positioning data at all times. All of these great features help to make the journey to your destination as smooth as possible while minimizing unnecessary interactions with the map. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"By combining blue dot positioning with Mappedin’s accurate maps, optimized pathing, and always up-to-date location data, you get a superior indoor wayfinding experience. Mappedin Blue Dot makes it even easier to reach your destination, get your bearings, and know where you are at all times. 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This technology can also alert travellers to the nearest coffee or car rental service, ensuring the information they need is at their disposal.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"While seamlessly allowing visitors to navigate their way through the airport, airports can implement blue dot technology to manage the potential risk of diseases to travellers and employees. Blue dot technology can provide location-based information to monitor where infectious diseases are coming from based on your location in the airport. Airports can then prepare for incoming diseases and outbreaks across the world based on indoor positioning in the airport, and respond accordingly using real-time data from blue dot insights. Prepare for outbreaks using the insights from blue dot navigation in the airport and track the foot traffic of flights and gate areas, helping deliver a safer experience for travellers. Blue dot technology can examine flight schedules and anonymous ticket sales data to pinpoint disease hotspots and predict the risk of disease being re-imported to the country. Stay one step ahead of global disease using blue dot’s data analytics to monitor the spread in airports. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"7mFg3NimwxbvmqEvr6pb9x\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"5. Stadiums\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"“Seat 225 section B” can be a difficult seat to find when you accidentally enter through the wrong gate or entrance. With blue dot wayfinding, locating your way through a complex stadium is simple. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/industries/stadiums/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Stadiums are using blue dot\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" to go beyond just simply notifying a visitor of their surroundings. Get notifications when the game is starting to make sure you don’t miss a second of the action. With blue dot technology, visitors can order food right from their seat and have an employee bring it right to them, making sure visitors see all the full game they paid for. Avoid making visitors miss part of an exciting game waiting in line for food, with blue dot technology.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"7977P7DKVSDkgOxayhSG7Q\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"6. Health Care\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Time is precious in a healthcare facility, that's why blue dot can help. Blue dot allows visitors to \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/industries/hospitals-healthcare/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"easily navigate their way through hospitals\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\", saving time and reducing stress. Blue dot can also be helpful for employees by allowing health care workers to implement asset tracking and take stock of their equipment. Employees can tag equipment and then utilize blue dot to quickly find its whereabouts in these large, complex facilities whenever they need it. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4SlBktIQAN20KIrlNjmVmK\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"7. 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Amusement parks can create a park app with a digital map that allows users to share locations with one another. When dealing with antsy children, be “in the know” with a blue dot and ensure your child's safety by knowing their whereabouts in the amusement park. Use location sharing permission levels to accommodate visiting with a large group of friends, class trips, summer camp, etc. Blue dot functionality can include security detail, enabling emergency services to be immediately dispatched to your location in the event of a crisis. Blue dot navigation provides an extra sense of security to keep your friends and family safe while enjoying a fun day at the park.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"8. 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Rely on a blue dot navigation system to create a digital experience that highlights innovative learning.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3lAjzRBUL4XJELiZvnW50x\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"9. Parking Lots\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Finding a parking space can be an irritating task, especially with the added annoyance of scrambling for change to put in a meter. Luckily, this process is becoming obsolete with the implementation of blue dot technology. With blue dot, you can pay through your phone and receive notifications on when your parking time is running out and even receive the option to add more time to your payment. When time is expiring, users can quickly see their location on the map and navigate back to their parking spot using blue dot technology to make parking more convenient.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"These examples are just the start to utilizing blue dot technology. Mappedin offers a blue dot that can accommodate all. 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