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Most facilities already have a Warehouse Management System in place to support and optimize functionality, distribution, and overall supply chain management. What is missing, however, is the ability to visualize this location data within the context of the warehouse or manufacturing facility. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/industries/warehouses/\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"That’s where indoor maps come in\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\".\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"How Asset Tracking Systems Can Streamline Your Warehouse\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Asset tracking software paired with a digital warehouse map provides solutions for \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/blog/use-cases/asset-tracking/indoor-mapping-use-case-asset-tracking\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"streamlining operations and increasing efficiencies\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\". Warehouses can visualize the real-time movement of assets such as inventory, personnel, production materials, and forklifts on a digital map. While providing end-to-end visibility and accountability of assets, employees can easily locate and populate the most efficient route to the equipment or products they need; \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/blog/use-cases/warehouses/how-to-reduce-picking-and-packing-errors-in-warehouses\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"simplifying picking and packing processes and preventing delays\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\". \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"26FeY6OMJkg0UPvMw0wxqm\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The Technologies Behind Asset Tracking\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Warehouses can track, plan, and manage assets using a wide range of asset tracking technologies. Let’s explore them.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"1. GPS Asset Tracking\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking can be used to monitor the movement of inventory and machinery by attaching GPS tracking devices to assets. However, GPS technology has low signal strength and low accuracy when used indoors. To ensure exact positioning and accurate location tracking inside warehouses, indoor positioning technology (IPS) should be implemented. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. Bluetooth Asset Tracking / Beacons\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons and tracking tags, assets can be tracked within and around a warehouse with a high level of precision. However, for maximum location accuracy, warehouses would have to invest in a significant amount of beacons which can be costly. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2uET1Z8K6eYz1H92qSYVs6\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"3. Passive RFID Asset Tracking\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Passive radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags can be a flexible and affordable option, but have the disadvantage of a shorter read range. They are powered by the radio frequency energy transmitted from RFID readers and are commonly used for item-level tracking such as consumer goods.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"4. AR-Based Asset Tracking & Indoor Navigation Solution\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With an augmented reality (AR) based tracking system, warehouses can place QR codes on the assets they would like to track or maintain. Personnel can then use handheld devices to view them and efficiently navigate to the asset’s location.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"What Are the Benefits of Asset Tracking?\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Asset tracking solutions have many benefits for warehouses, including:\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Visualizing in-warehouse inventory and in-transit products\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Improving inventory management and accuracy\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Optimizing picking and packing processes\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Monitoring equipment condition and usage\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Reducing errors and delays\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Preventing inventory theft and misplaced items\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"list-item\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Identifying areas to streamline business operations \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]}]}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Locate Your Assets in Seconds Through an Automated System\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Warehouses should always have access to the most up-to-date information on their physical assets. Whether an employee needs to locate a forklift to get a job done, or find specific products to fulfill an order, they will need to know where items are located at any given time. An automated \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/blog/use-cases/asset-tracking/asset-tracking\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"asset tracking system provides real-time tracking updates of assets\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" including their exact location, movement, condition, and ownership. Using a mobile device, employees can quickly locate and navigate to a specific product or piece of equipment, saving valuable time in day-to-day business operations.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"7s7CvlEkxvxnDqvVta354W\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Keep Your Assets in Top Shape Through Asset Tracking Systems\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With continual use, warehouse equipment and machinery will experience a great deal of wear and tear. To determine whether an inventory item needs maintenance or will last for years to come, warehouses can track asset life cycles - including their performance, usage, and condition. Employees can use this information to schedule maintenance activities more efficiently and ensure that equipment is serviced in line with asset performance standards.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Figure Out How Much Money You're Spending on Your Assets\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Through an asset management system, warehouses can also track asset expenses. From initial purchases to maintenance and repair costs, warehouses have full visibility over where money is being spent. Tracking expenses is a great way to cut costs, forecast inventory demand, and budget accordingly. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"ROI From Asset Tracking and Management\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With detailed reports on costs of operations, asset costs, inventory levels, and budget plans, warehouse managers can efficiently track and review asset ROI. This information can help determine whether it would be beneficial to seek a new equipment provider, renew existing contracts, or cut down on unnecessary expenses.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Why use MappedIn?\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Integrate your warehouse management system with indoor maps and real-time tracking to take control of your venue and improve overall operations. Intuitive wayfinding and a \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"powerful Map Editor\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" ensure that location data is always up-to-date. Visualize the movement of assets such as inventory, personnel, production materials, and forklift tracking on a digital indoor map.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4ZZcmNt5AP4ZJ3tCi8DHhw\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin specializes in transforming 2D property floor plans into digital assets that can be edited in real-time. Our 3D interactive solutions make indoor location tracking easy and the Map Editor creates new efficiencies for warehouse management. Quickly alter floor plans, move inventory, add points of interest, and more. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Asset Tracking for Warehouses FAQs\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"What Are the Pros of GPS Asset Tracking?\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"GPS technology struggles to obtain signal strength in indoor environments, and may not be the preferred warehouse asset tracking solution. 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With multiple buildings, floors, and indoor and outdoor components, it’s easy to get lost, confused and frustrated on campus. This prompts the question: how can universities and colleges provide relief for faculty and students navigating through campus?\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The answer is simple: with a \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/industries/colleges-and-universities/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"campus map\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" app! Along with providing wayfinding and navigation, this flexible, digital tool can offer additional capabilities such as virtual tours, booking study spaces, reserving available parking spots, and much more. 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Fortunately, interactive campus map software is equipped with a powerful search engine and maps that function across any device, providing accurate campus wayfinding and navigation. Staff and students can search and locate rooms, buildings, amenities, and everything in between, and get step-by-step directions to their desired destination.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"From lecture halls, to washroom facilities, to residence buildings, a campus map app provides a wayfinding solution for colleges and universities by helping individuals find their way around campus. 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If the answer to these questions is yes, your mapping provider is equipping your campus with the tools to implement a successful navigation app. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5OSWEQQtDXL2lw1nc5LjSF\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Identify Mapping Goals\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Building a campus navigation app starts with a map. Without it, you wouldn’t be able to layer on additional experiences, so it’s important to have an accurate map as your starting point. However, before creating the map, you will need to determine the goals and objectives of your indoor campus map. Will it be used simply for college wayfinding, or will it provide interactive virtual college tours? 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Thus, proximity marketing can help event teams get their event noticed and promoted. On the other hand, notifications can also be used to send emergency notifications to individuals in specific locations. For example, if there is a fire in the science building, everyone within this building can be sent a notification to evacuate immediately, ensuring that everyone remains safe on campus.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Looking Forward\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"While a campus navigation app can prove successful in providing guidance and directions to everyone on campus, it also has the potential to support the digital growth of colleges and universities. The benefits of indoor mapping are endless, as they continue to unlock powerful map and navigation experiences for any use case. 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From slot machines, to table games and sports betting, casinos feature an array of exciting and exhilarating gambling games. With luck on your side, you might walk away with some extra cash, or even better, hit the jackpot! \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"To continue captivating guests, casinos need to bring new and engaging features to their building, such as digital indoor mapping. Casinos can showcase the location of specific games and tables, provide indoor wayfinding and navigation, send out alerts for ongoing events, and much more. 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For instance, Yaamava’ Resort & Casino uses our web app to showcase an aesthetically pleasing map on their website.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1yi9NpZHpI0UzqOsM3Jv7J\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Maps are interactive, so visitors can pan, zoom, rotate, and explore the entirety of your casino. With customizability, your casino map can display information such as the location of specific games, services, restaurants, and on-site entertainment. You can also highlight the largest payout tables, the most popular or challenging games, and other features that grab the attention of your guests. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With a visually appealing map featured on your website, visitors can take maps on-the-go using their phones as they explore your casino, or even plan their trip ahead of time. Additionally, you can display your map on digital directories in key areas of the casino, such as the entrance, so that visitors can quickly get acquainted with their surroundings. Not only does this make you stand out amongst your competitors, but it also helps visitors make the most out of their visit!\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Explore the Casino with Indoor Wayfinding and Navigation\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Casinos are often featured in a resort and combined with restaurants, hotels, retail shopping, and other attractions. As such, navigating casinos and its amenities can be extremely confusing. 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Instead of cluelessly wandering around, this allows guests to search and locate their desired destination, providing an end-to-end wayfinding experience. For instance, a visitor can search for “poker” on the map, and receive a list of locations where the game is being played, along with detailed information on bet limits, game etiquette, operating hours, and more. 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Casinos that have an existing mobile app can use mapping SDKs to seamlessly integrate maps that offer \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"wayfinding and navigation\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/applications/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" all in one convenient place. Alternatively, casinos can use Mappedin’s Mobile Pass to transfer directions from a QR code to guests’ mobile devices. This feature can be extremely useful for larger casinos that are featured in a resort or combined with other entertainment, as QR codes can be placed in various locations such as restaurants, retail stores, and hotels, and when scanned, can direct visitors straight to the casino. Even more, QR codes can be placed in resort pamphlets and other printed or digital materials around the casino.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Engage Guests with Events and Promotions\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"As an entertainment space, keeping visitors engaged and excited about your casino is top priority. As such, you can use digital maps as a marketing tool to showcase new services, events, and deals and promotions that grasp the attention of your guests as they explore your casino. For instance, you can highlight new additions such as a restaurant, and send out push notifications of “half price drinks!” to notify guests of ongoing deals and promotions. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With indoor positioning, the possibilities to drive increased foot traffic and revenue at your casino are limitless. When guests are passing by specific locations, such as a high limit blackjack table, you can motivate them to join the game by sending a personalized message. If someone is walking past a restaurant, you can prompt them into making a purchase by sending them a coupon for 10% off their meal. Or, when an event is being held, you can send out alerts to entice guests to stop by. Proximity marketing is an easy way for casinos to promote specific games, services, and events available within the building from the foundation of a digital map.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4TzUfp8jFLTSDAEHFRiWoo\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Moreover, with accurate location-based data, you can generate \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"insights and analytics\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/analytics/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" on what your guests are looking for by tracking searches and location selections. If a significant amount of guests are searching for a game that doesn’t exist at your casino, you may consider adding it. Alternatively, if visitors are constantly searching for slot machines, you can use this data to serve up highly engaging content to promote them further. Digital maps are an asset that helps bring attention to a variety of entertainment that promotes your casino.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Real-Time Casino Management\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Casinos are ever-changing to account for new additions, renovations, and expansion of games and services. 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For instance, you can add a new game, move around existing slot machines, display games under maintenance, and much more. This also allows you to rearrange playing tables and machines to see how they perform in different areas of the casino. The best part is that edits can be made in a draft mode to allow for a safe review before the map is pushed live to consumer-facing applications.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5VQp3CulkHzp05ScSzMbat\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Captivate Guests to Return Again\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With digital maps, you can deliver an exceptional experience that guests will keep coming back for. 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With the demand for online grocery shopping on the rise, picking and packing errors can be irritating and affect a customer’s trust within a company and its employees. There is nothing worse than ordering an ingredient for a recipe and being left with an unusable item. Beyond the end-user experience, pick and pack errors can be traced to the back-end experience from grocery store staff. Errors and mistakes made while picking and packing reflect badly on the business, making the company seem unreliable driving shoppers away. At Mappedin, we have 6 tips on \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"how to reduce picking and packing errors\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/blog/use-cases/grocery/grocery-store-picking-and-packing-best-practices/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" and create a stress-free shopping experience to improve your company.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2yhZJHCGfSoHMKMjQJPi0J\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor Maps and Wayfinding\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Creating an optimal store layout for shoppers can be challenging and tedious when having to manually move a product’s placement over and over again to see what works best for picking and packing processes. Employees can utilize \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"wayfinding\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/indoor-mapping-software/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" systems to organize the spacing of grocery stores and make the most optimized pathing available to shoppers. This helps reduce picking and packing errors, as individuals can increase efficiency by swiftly navigating their way through a grocery store preparing orders accordingly.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Optimal Pathing Throughout the Store\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Pickers and packers can save time through navigation software that can route individuals to pick and pack in the most efficient direction based on their current location and the orders they need to fulfill. When managing multiple customers at the same time, the order picking process can be tricky to keep track of. Wayfinding technology allows individuals to create a shopping list upon entry so shoppers can plan their multi-stop route from the moment they enter the front doors and straight to the exit. Preplanning trips with navigation systems can be essential when looking to save time by avoiding inefficient wandering around a store.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3IKaRr1wIcB5FejSTfDr6X\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map Management and Store Layout Planning\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In-store workers are familiar with the entire space of the store as they travel through it every day, but employees who work in a corporate office may not be around as often. When entering the store they can be located to upstairs offices or any items they may need to check on within their store location. Company managers can also utilize wayfinding technology to collect data and see customers’ routes along with pick and pack trends. This allows corporate managers to reassess the spacing of their store location to see if a change is needed to optimize pathing routes. Corporate managers can use a \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map Editor\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" to make these changes and upload them in real-time, ensuring shoppers can navigate their way through the store with the most up-to-date information. A Map Editor guarantees that individuals can accurately navigate their way through the store and pick and pack items with ease.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Inventory Management System\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"A management system can help a business keep track of their inventory and product data such as batch, SKU, brand, price, and more. Once an order is received and stocked on the shelf, it is essential that the items are in the right place to avoid pickers and packers picking the wrong items from the right locations. Grocery store workers can reduce the impact of incorrect orders by implementing an automated system that records the data of inventory and where items are placed. When moving items around the store, an automated inventory system can record the data. Stock clerks can scan orders when they are received and again when put away to reduce mistakes and ensure products are kept in the right locations and create an inventory list of where items are placed around the store. Giving workers technology to use in-store reduces tedious manual labour and creates a more efficient work environment. Pickers and packers can confidently reduce the number of wrong orders and increase productivity when they are sure the labels and prices of a product are accurate.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Planograms\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Product Visualizations\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Searching for products can be time-consuming, aimlessly wandering through aisles in the store in search of a particular item. Planograms are visual representations of items displayed in a grocery store and they can be used to make the process of picking and packing easier when integrated into an automated inventory system. Pickers and packers can identify the items on the shelf before entering the store and visualize the products they need to reduce any error that could occur. Pickers can identify the locations of their desired items and skip aisles accordingly, saving time and energy when preparing a customer's order. Planograms can reduce time and money wasted through picking errors and increase workflow by ensuring the correct items are picked for each order. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Organized Inventory\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In a grocery store, there are a number of items to keep track of, and it is easy for items to get misplaced. Planograms can help operation managers keep inventory organized and improve workflow. When receiving an order, planograms can pick the optimal location for every item listed in their stock inventory, allowing operations managers to plan their floor plan to increase the efficiency of pick and pack methods. Planograms can also benefit new staff as they are learning the layout of the store. Managers can provide planograms during employee training to teach new staff where products locations are.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In-aisle Scanning Devices\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Accurate Order Fulfillment\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In-aisle scanners allow individuals to execute the pick and pack process as they go and reduce error rates. Using an in-aisle scanner while preparing orders can reduce picking errors by keeping all shopping information such as SKU and batch information in one digital place. A scanning device can help avoid the human error of picking the wrong item by validating that each item is picked correctly. For example, if a picker needed to fulfill an order with dog food, but accidentally added food for the wrong breed, an in-aisle scanner would notice and notify the picker that they made an order picking mistake. In-aisle scanning devices ensure shoppers get the exact products they ordered while being able to budget time and money. This helps avoid mistakes like giving a customer a useless item that they paid for and then straining business resources when they must process a refund. In-aisle scanners can account for customer preferences as well, for example, if a customer requested their avocados ripened, or if they prefer a certain brand of mayonnaise.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Analytics & Insights\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"An analytics team can use the data from in-aisle scanning devices to see which products are being individuals are picking and in what exact order. For example, an analytics team could see that 90% of shoppers that are picking milk also pick eggs, showing that these two should be close to each other. An analytics team can track the route of shoppers and change the layout to make customers have the most productive trip to the grocery store.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Bagging Placement Technology\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Bagging is a critical process of grocery shopping that often gets overlooked in helping to reduce picking errors. With multiple orders to keep track of, packing the order tends to fall off on the priority scale and mistakes may be made. Throwing items into a bag can result in the damaging of certain items. Grocery stores can implement technology that can order items in a bag at checkout to avoid errors. Technology can track which items are purchased and order them in the placement of the bag. This avoids the error of squishing bread if it is placed at the bottom or keeping all meats together to minimize money wasted from damaged items. This reduces the errors caused by inefficient packing and creates fulfillment in online shoppers when they receive their orders.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"kzOix6TWxPUT5QQbGYhr7\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mobile Applications\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"When thinking about how to reduce picking and packing errors, a mobile application can be the solution. 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Even with signs and labels, it’s still difficult for many shoppers to find the items they need. This is compounded by the fact that some stores like to switch around product locations, which makes order picking even more challenging. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor mapping solutions can map your store down to the inventory level. Because of that, you can plan out a more efficient route for order picking. Since you already know where each item on the list is located, and the items are listed in the exact order that you should get them, that eliminates the back-and-forths that often happen with non-map-enabled order selecting.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"For example, if you aren’t familiar with the store layout, you might wander around the store until you find one item in the order. 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We collected store data across multiple locations and created an interactive app. The app checks where each item on the list is and then plans out the fastest and most efficient route to get all of them. Then, we sent out orders with multiple items and timed the picking process.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The results showed that picking orders with the app was 7 minutes shorter than the same exact run without the app. That’s a whopping 15% increase in efficiency.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"blockquote\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The app even took into consideration the \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"value\":\"kinds \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"of products that store associates had to get. 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Things are shipped in and placed wherever there is free space. This obviously makes picking and packing more difficult than it should be since the order picker has to find the right items first. Similarly, retailers may always change up their storage plans which can make it difficult to locate items effectively. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The secret to efficient order fulfillment is creating a logical organizational strategy. For example, you can place similar products near each other or store goods based on popularity and volume. Whichever strategy you choose, the most important thing is consistency. 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This way, you can figure out what the most efficient strategy is for you at practically zero cost. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2ZZYGF6xAMcRAm7qR48O8U\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Choose The Right Strategy\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Aside from your storage strategy, your picking strategy is another extremely important element of your operations. “Picking strategy” refers to how an order picker goes about filling an order. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"There are many different ways to pick and pack items. 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Instead of one worker moving around the store, it’s the box/package that travels from zone to zone.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Let’s say a customer orders two packs of pasta, two pounds of steak, and a selection of cheeses. The first worker in the staples zone packs the pasta, then passes the box onto the meat zone. There, a worker packs the steak, who then passes it to the dairy zone for the cheese. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Wave Picking\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Wave picking is when orders are fulfilled according to specific criteria. You can group orders by priority (e.g. rush delivery), by delivery location (e.g. all orders from one zip code are fulfilled first). 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This can result in longer picking times, delayed orders, and frustrated customers.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"One of the goals of grocery store mapping is to make the order picking process more seamless. Every product is programmed into the map on an SKU level. You’ll find full inventory management data such as the product number, price, and its exact location in the store. Finding the right items is as easy as browsing through the app and following directions.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When you have new products and items to add to your inventory, indoor mapping will also make it easier for you to add it into the inventory management system. This way, you’ll always be able to locate your products.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When you can locate products easily, you free up time and manpower for other tasks. Workers aren’t spending the entire day shuffling around the store for just a handful of orders, increasing productivity and reducing mistakes.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2ZZYGF6xAMcRAm7qR48O8U\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Reduce Distance And Time Traveled\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Even the biggest grocery stores have a maximum number of orders that they can fulfill every day. The more your workers have to move through the store to pick and pack, the fewer orders you can complete. And even if you have enough manpower, that’s manpower that can be used more efficiently for other store operations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The number one factor in long pick and pack times? The distance that workers have to travel to complete an order. Indoor mapping provides an easy solution for this because the most optimal routes are mapped out – store associates don’t have to scramble for items, they just have to follow the planned route. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"When we tested our indoor mapping solution with Loblaw Digital, we found that app runs were much shorter than usual. We cut distance travelled by as much 13%, allowing workers to complete more orders in the same amount of time.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Digital Order Tracking\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Another common speed bump in picking and packing is the fact that workers have to log items that are shipped out. Even if a small order takes just a few minutes, that can stack up if you have a large customer base.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Fortunately, indoor mapping can help automate inventory management. With Mappedin’s grocery store maps, store associates can mark items as “picked” when they ship it out for the customer. You don’t have to create a separate process for tracking orders since it’s already built into the app.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2oGL8Xi41mzr1TuoZZYdgL\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"This is much more efficient than paper-based systems, which are also prone to human error. By tracking orders digitally and on the same app, you can ensure that every customer gets their order fulfilled, and there are fewer accounting mistakes. 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For example, the pick and pack app we developed allows store associates to mark an item as sold or shipped. That input is automatically recorded by the system, which then updates the inventory as needed.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2ZZYGF6xAMcRAm7qR48O8U\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Entry\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-entry-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Optimization Through Data\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The best decisions are made based on data, but keeping track of the various operations in your grocery is practically a full-time job in itself. Indoor mapping platforms like Mappedin allow you to extract valuable insight from your day-to-day processes.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Here are just some of the things you can track with indoor mapping software:\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Worker movements & productivity: \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor mapping apps allow you to track how workers move throughout the store when picking and packing. 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Once you have that information, you can identify process weaknesses and make better business decisions.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"list-item\"}],\"nodeType\":\"unordered-list\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"As a bonus, indoor mapping tech provides you with all of this data in real-time. This is especially handy if you have stakeholders or investors who are constantly demanding updates.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Retail Wayfinding Solutions\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Aside from picking and packing efficiencies, there are plenty of other ways to maximize an indoor mapping platform like Mappedin. In fact, we offer a whole host of wayfinding solutions for grocery stores, malls, retail spaces, and other industries.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"We also create wayfinding shopper apps that help customers find the products they’re looking for. It’s like a companion map for your store, complete with text directions and animated pathing. Customers can even view product details like price, size, and more – all from their mobile device.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Mappedin can use the same data for a custom in-store digital directory. These interactive maps can be placed in strategic locations around your store to guide customers to the right product, service, or section. They can display different information necessary to keep your shoppers informed.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Conclusion\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The pick and pack process for online grocery retailers provides a great opportunity for optimization. Even large stores can always stand to improve certain aspects of the process, such as order selection routes, picking strategies, and inventory profiling. 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Healthcare professionals can follow a path that is efficient and fast, creating a productive work environment. Hospitals can use indoor mapping software to create unique employee and visitor maps that have access to different areas. For example, an employee map could path a route that uses employee-only hallways for a faster travel time. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1qsdjz9qpiHUnuxVYTxxY7\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Accessibility\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The most effective indoor and outdoor navigation systems offer Accessibility Mode which accommodates individuals who are bound to a wheelchair or even hospital employees carrying large pieces of equipment that require an elevator. 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A visitor map can highlight points of interest such as different collections or artists, tickets or check-in, fundraising events, and gift shops. This makes it easy for customers to find exactly what they are looking for in complex exhibitions. Indoor mapping is the foundation for user-friendly indoor navigation systems that provide visitors with easy access to perks and amenities. 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Museums can have a variety of different exhibits at different times, resulting in the venue's layout fluctuating frequently. A digital map ensures exhibit layouts are using the space in the most efficient way possible. Indoor maps can help minimize a museum's environmental footprint by reducing paper usage from printed maps. A digital museum can also save costs by avoiding reprinting the venue layout on physical maps each time a new exhibit is created.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With a \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map Editor\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", layout changes can be made digitally in a draft mode to try unique designs and see which layouts allow for the most efficient routes that hit all desired points of interest. These changes can then be immediately uploaded across all platforms for a cohesive visitor experience. Draft mode can also allow managers to pre-plan for future exhibitions to increase productivity and the success of exhibitions by having more time for marketing and creating an interest in customers.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3lAjzRBUL4XJELiZvnW50x\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Provide digital tour experiences\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Digitizing exhibition and gallery maps can promote digital tours and navigation for museums. A digital tour can create a seamless and enhanced user experience by leveraging indoor positioning technology to direct visitors to certain locations. As visitors navigate through the venue, an indoor positioning system can prompt audio from their device that explains the art piece's history, background, significance, and more. When integrated with an interactive museum mobile app, a digital tour guide can also provide users with directions to other exhibits that may interest a user, according to their profile and previous visits. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Another tour that can be provided through interactive digital maps is a virtual tour (VR) for those who are unable to visit the exhibition in person. For instance, if a person is injured, facing travel restrictions, or time constraints, they can wear a VR helmet and walk the museum halls in the safety and comfort of their own home. These tools can give opportunity to those who would be unable to attend the exhibit without advanced technologies put in place, while also promoting the museum across the globe. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"78B5bU0whUO5ro5fnGptzj\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Push notifications\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Another option for indoor navigation to create an enhanced digital experience could be through push notifications. Notifications can be integrated into an interactive visitor map to give exciting information to guests throughout their museum trip. As a visitor travels through the exhibits, they can receive notifications that provide details or explicit information about artifacts and art pieces. A museum can add more extensive content about the venue and send that information to guests within the building, such as its exhibits, services, and current or upcoming events. A visitor journey map can allow for personalized messages to be sent to users as they arrive at the museum to leave a positive impact on those attending the exhibit.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Push notifications can be used to provide offers and deals on gift shop items, or even to promote deals on partnering restaurants. For example, a user journey map can implement indoor positioning functions to send a notification to visitors when they leave the exhibit showcasing a 10% off promotion at a nearby restaurant or a list of restaurant recommendations based on their current location. Push notifications can be an additional marketing and sales channel for galleries and drive additional revenue. 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IPS is a network of digital devices used to locate people or objects, particularly across indoor buildings where GPS signals cannot penetrate. Blue dot requires indoor positioning technology in order to understand a user’s latitude and longitude and display their location within the context of a digital map. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Wayfinding and Blue Dot: What's the Difference?\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"While wayfinding and blue dot both perform the same service of guiding a user from a starting point to their end destination, these two types of navigation differ in their level of detail. In order to provide blue dot navigation, the software must understand your real-time location. This experience is slightly more complex as it depends on indoor positioning technology, but it also yields more accurate positioning and an enhanced wayfinding experience. If a user strays from their path, for example, the navigation will update automatically to guide them back on course.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Standard A-B wayfinding, on the other hand, provides a more simple indoor navigation experience but the advantage is that typical wayfinding does not require any positioning infrastructure. All that is required is for a user to input their start and end destinations, and the map will display the most efficient route from point A to B. 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Many of these services are interest-free, provided you keep up with the scheduled payments, offering a more convenient and flexible way to purchase expensive items during these inflationary times. Not to mention, BNPL promotes instant gratification by enabling consumers to buy now, receive the product, and pay for it later in a number of installments.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"While BNPL is typically offered online, its impact has prompted large retailers such as Walmart and Target to offer these payment services in physical stores. 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With \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Facebook rebranding itself as Meta\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/28/technology/facebook-meta-name-change.html\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", Mark Zuckerberg explains that the Metaverse will be the inevitable future of the internet and human connectivity. He describes this world as a much higher level of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), where everything people do in the real world is replicated virtually. 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While we won’t be experiencing the full extent of the Metaverse anytime soon, we predict that retailers will start to think about ways to get involved with this type of technology, and at the very least, continue to incorporate virtual and augmented reality into their business strategies. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Ready to Take on 2022? \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Retail is ever-changing as companies continue to unite digital and physical worlds for consumers. It’s clear that moving forward, offering a compelling omnichannel experience is key, along with offering convenient, flexible payment options both online and offline. 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With digital pre-plan software. From risk assessment, to disaster preparedness, to medical response, first responders can use this tool to maximize public safety. Read ahead to find out how.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"6Eo3mbQBVkdIfSf74eMEAl\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Improving Public Safety with Accurate Pre Plans\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Keeping communities safe not only requires skill and courage, but also a great amount of strategy and preparation. 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Buildings consistently undergo renovations, expansions, and additional changes that are difficult to keep up with. As a result, fire pre-plans often contain outdated information that render them useless. This means first responders are going in blind; not knowing what to expect or how to efficiently navigate a building. Not only does this pose a risk to themselves, but to everyone involved. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"What is Fire Department Pre Plan Software?\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"It’s easy to miss the mark with traditional paper floor plans. Firefighters have to flip through binders and stacks of paperwork to locate pre-plans, which can take up a lot of unnecessary time. They’re also easy to misplace, difficult to maintain, and clunky to transport. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"3wNFnQ7Ewq9ohpi93aFg0j\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/industries/public-safety/\"},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Going digital with fire pre-plan software\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" eliminates the issues involved with paper plans. With the click of a button, fire departments can quickly access the plans they’re looking for, streamline the collaboration and approval process, and cross-reference other crucial documents on-the-go. Digital pre-plan software also makes updating documents faster and simpler, ensuring that fire departments always have the most up-to-date building information at their fingertips. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"How Digital Maps Help with Pre Incident Planning\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With the ability to access digital site plans en route to a call, fire prevention and fire suppression teams can efficiently plan the best way to respond. They can quickly familiarize themselves with the building layout including access points, hydrants and water sources, safety equipment, hazardous materials, and possible barriers; and plan rescue operations accordingly. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Digital pre-plan software helps firefighters navigate a scene more quickly, locate the most efficient way in and out of a building, and can provide alternative routes if an entrance or stairwell is blocked off or barricaded. Fire incident planning is easier, faster, and most importantly, safer. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin Response\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin Response automatically digitizes paper-based floor-plans, enabling fire departments to create, annotate, and view accurate indoor pre-plans in real-time. With this digital solution, responding firefighters can easily maintain and access the most up-to-date version of every building floor plan within their response area, maximizing indoor spatial and situational awareness.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4vJ4eYNThMm4mcT40FHxGO\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Create Digital Pre Plans\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Fire departments can take blueprints or raster floor plans in DXF, PNG, and JPEG formats and automatically digitize them into simplified, standardized site plans through the Mappedin platform. Automating the conversion of paper-based floor plans into a digitized format enables easy access to fire pre-plans from one central location anytime and anywhere. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2lWsjy9f6KBUsQVvgkiyvV\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Annotate Fire Pre Plans\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Once the floor plans are digitized, first responders can add and edit symbols and annotations to better enhance situational awareness. Mappedin Response gives fire departments the ability to utilize their own list of symbols, or use our standard list from the NFPA. Symbols include access features, fire ratings, hazards, utility shutoffs, general systems, equipment rooms and more. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}]},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"ownGEydenPEMjkmHFc1iB\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[]},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Fire prevention and fire suppression teams can turn off different layers of symbols to locate specific details on the floor plan such as water connections. With area annotations, specific rooms can be drawn and labeled to indicate the location of individuals in danger, for example. Images, text boxes, and notes can also be added for additional context. 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Digital maps enable rescuers to navigate a scene more quickly, identify risks and hazards, locate safety points, determine the safest way in and out of a building, and map out evacuation routes. Planning for potential crises becomes easier, disaster response gets faster, and more people are likely to survive. This is because digital pre-plans give you all the information you need about a building before you get there.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Response Teams\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"The best part about digital maps created for emergency response? Firefighters, police officers, and paramedics alike can access building information anytime, anywhere. Flipping through binders of paper floor plans takes up a lot of unnecessary time that could be spent helping others in high-stake scenarios. 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This makes it easy for response teams to promptly find what they need and understand what they're walking into at a moment’s notice.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"value\":\"Accurate Records Increase Safety\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Emergency response teams often lack access to accurate, up-to-date maps. Firefighters might show up to a burning building bearing a paper map of its interior that is 10 years old and doesn't account for all the interior changes that took place in the interim. Or, they might spend valuable time searching for and deciphering difficult to read floor plans. 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We use innovative mapping solutions to create accurate maps for your workspace, whether it’s an office, building, retail store, restaurant, or commercial space. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Here are nine ways that indoor mapping can help you create and enforce social distancing practices to minimize the spread of COVID-19.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Visualize Indoor Space\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Before you can ask your employees to return to work, you have to be able to visualize how all of the elements – workspaces, desks, and people included – can come together to maximize productivity without compromising the safety and well-being of the occupants. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"indoor mapping for office spaces\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/offices/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", you can easily plot out the office layout and move around the elements as needed. Seeing the entire floor plan at a glance can help you identify key changes that need to be implemented to ensure successful social distancing. This could mean shifting from an open floor plan to a more traditional office layout or simply spacing desks farther apart. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Visualization also allows you to analyze how employees and visitors move throughout the space. 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For most offices, especially those with an open floor plan, this means that your occupancy rate will have to lower to accommodate your workers safely.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor mapping will allow you to plot workspaces and track how they are being used in real-time. This allows you to make more informed decisions about how many employees can work during a shift. It can also help you understand which desks are most used by employees, especially if you have rotating shifts, and therefore need to be sanitized more often.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Density Management\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Although occupancy and density are related, there’s one key difference. While occupancy mainly deals with the employee-to-space ratio, density refers to how crowded a specific area is. You can have low occupancy and high density if a majority of your workforce is concentrated in one area of your space.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Before the pandemic, offices were designed with the idea that people will be flowing from one area to the next, especially in workplaces that don’t have assigned seating, like hotdesks or mobile desks. Not to mention group spaces like conference rooms, benches, and other communal zones that used to host collaborative activity.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Through indoor mapping solutions, you can figure out which spaces used to be the most densely packed and plan accordingly. 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A room that is used to host 10 people may now have a maximum occupancy of 5, while a smaller conference room could be completely restricted for group use. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor mapping that is incorporated with wayfinding can be used to guide employees to workspaces they can use. Mappedin allows you to update occupancy guidelines instantly, ensuring that your office is always adhering to the latest social distancing protocols. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Quickly Update New Maps and Indoor Spaces\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"As more and more people are allowed to return to work, you should also expect guidelines to change. Doing this manually takes time and effort. 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To implement location-based technology and marketing strategies, one of the first steps is to create a visualization of the stadium, arena, or sports field. By combining precise location data and a digital map, operators can better understand foot traffic, how people move through the stadium, as well as how to use this information to improve the visitor experience.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"4buaKgYQOK2KdXxyfZyaHQ\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"There are three key components required to build a proximity marketing experience: the advertising content, positioning, and the digital map. 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For instance, if a large majority of your visitors are searching for a specific vendor at your stadium, you may consider adding it. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Provide Fans with Personalized Offers\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mappedin's platform can be integrated with indoor positioning technology to provide turn-by-turn navigation to visitors and further enhance the user experience. 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Global Positioning Systems leverage 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. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"What Are the Drawbacks of Using Google Maps for Your Indoor Maps?\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Google Maps fall short when it comes to navigating the indoors. With GPS technology, Google Maps’ efficacy for indoor positioning and indoor navigation is extremely limited. To create your indoor maps, you can choose innovative mapping providers like Mappedin whose technology is designed to integrate with an indoor positioning system (IPS), enabling accurate blue dot wayfinding.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"How Does Indoor Positioning System Without Beacons Work?\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Infrastructure-free systems do not require beacon technology, and rely solely on a user's mobile device and the WiFi within a venue. Apple’s indoor positioning is an example of this as it uses your existing WiFi to achieve GPS-level accuracy in indoor spaces by using the radio frequency (RF) patterns of your WiFi access points. Infrastructure-free in this case is a cost effective solution. 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The labels on the concrete steps read, “Section A”... “Section B”... “Section C”... until you finally reach your destination. You shuffle by the other people in the row and take your seat with a perfect view of the game. The crowd is going wild, screaming their favourite home-team chants. You’re wearing your favourite player's jersey with a smile on your face and ready to join in the cheer. You look down at your phone and see a notification: \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"“5 Minutes Until Game Time”\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With limitations on how many fans are allowed in arenas, stadiums have had to improve and transform their venues to create the ultimate fan experience. Keep reading to find out seven ways stadiums are digitally transforming to create a better experience for players, fans, and employees. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1NHSz6SPS97cA21ihQaGxl\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"1. Digital Ticket Distribution \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The days of going to pick up a printed copy of a ticket are coming to an end. Digitally distributing tickets is a contactless, safe, and convenient procedure. Integrate with ticketing technology to prevent fraud and illegal resale and keep visitors secure. Embed links and QR codes with tickets, giving visitors all the information they need to have a successful visit to the stadium. Communicate anything from safety procedures to exclusive offers immediately after receiving a ticket so visitors can plan ahead. The digital distribution of tickets is simple and effortless, giving visitors the ability to access more information than ever before.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. Stadium Wayfinding \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Visitors entering a stadium want to be prepared. Stadiums are integrating with \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"wayfinding\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/stadiums/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" systems to let fans know where their seat is and avoid wandering around and potentially missing some of the game or concert. Implementing a 3D wayfinding map allows visitors to view their exact location and follow turn-by-turn directions from any device, whether a large touchscreen kiosk or the browser of their mobile device. Locate your way to a parking lot, washroom, food stand, and more, ensuring no time is wasted. Stadiums can add a QR code to the distributed tickets, allowing visitors to scan and immediately get directions to their seats. Use QR codes to direct visitors to hand sanitizer stations, accessible gates, guest services, and other important spaces. Wayfinding can account for alerting fans of closed-off areas, creating a direct path for people to avoid traffic and wandering. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"These maps can also provide analytics to see how people navigate through the venue. Leverage this data to understand how visitors interact within various spaces of the arena and their intent. Track searches, the most popular location selections and more, to make informed decisions regarding the layout of the stadium. For example, if numerous fans are searching for a hot dog stand near the east wing of the building, it could be worth adding one to increase foot traffic and revenue. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"OvaJXldFX7xFa6sCGhrkA\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"3. Social Distancing Protocols\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Seating arrangements can be confusing with social distancing COVID protocols in place. Different sized bubbles, the cluster of people you feel comfortable associating with outside your household, can make seating groups difficult and hard to strategize within a digital 3D map. Stadiums are using \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map Editors\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" to edit their venue maps and achieve maximum efficiency when designing seating arrangements with distancing protocols. Use the draft mode of a Map Editor when visually reconstructing the seating arrangements of an arena to try out different layout combinations and pre-plan layout changes without compromising any live data. Communicate blocked-off sections to ticket distributors to ensure the new seating layout and ticket sales coordinate with each other. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"4. Mobile Food and Drink Ordering\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Have you ever missed part of a concert or game waiting in line? Stadiums are looking to solve this irritating problem through mobile ordering. Stadiums are administering QR codes that can be scanned and linked to external websites like a restaurant's online menu or an online store for an artist or team’s merchandise. QR codes or stadium apps can enable the mobile ordering of food and drink, right from your seat. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Tampa Bay Lightning’s home stadium\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.nhl.com/lightning/news/lightning-launch-new-mobile-app-for-fans/c-743544\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", The Amalie Arena, has created an app where users can pay for concessions and merchandise, search for other events, and opt for upgrades and experiences. Stadiums want to ensure you catch 100% of the game or concert. Using blue dot technology, fans can purchase food and drinks from the closest vendor and have them delivered right to your seat. Implement pre-ordering for in-seat delivery to guarantee visitors get what they are craving, right when they want it. This cashless transaction minimizes staff contact and improves the speed of service, allowing visitors to avoid keypads and touchscreens.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"5. Fan Engagement App\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Live stream chats have created a community of people invested in a game, sharing their thoughts and opinions while all the action is happening. Arenas and stadiums want to bring this experience to in-person games as well. Missed a play? Check the fan engagement app to see what people are saying and find out what you missed. A fan engagement app can allow visitors to check the stats of their favourite team and most beloved players while getting alerts of when the game is starting. Offer personalized deals and discounts that fans at home don’t have access to, to promote the future purchasing of tickets. Make fans a part of the game. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Promote hashtags for people to post pictures and thoughts within the app and showcase some on the big screen, creating an immersive experience for everyone. For example, \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The Florida Gators\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://floridagators.com/sports/2019/9/12/swamp-moments\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" have implemented “Swamp Moments” into their fan engagement app. “Swamp Moments” can include video board messaging, pregame and halftime field access, the opportunity to give Gators high fives as they head to the field, a two-person post-game game of catch with a signed football by Coach Mullen, the ability to sing the Alma Mater with the team, and the chance to watch the remaining five minutes of the game from the field.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"7o0oOHVyF1Y77sRfKiyjDW\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"6. 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With the aid of cameras strategically placed throughout the stadium, you can recreate and replay a 3D recreation of questionable gameplays. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Stadiums are implementing technology that can \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"generate and replay full 3D recreations of game plays\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://arvrjourney.com/all-the-ways-augmented-reality-and-virtual-reality-are-shaping-sports-1c01c1f89fb\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" with precision and use it for on-field ruling and goal-line accuracy. Stadiums are using AR to help with practices as well. Teams can review precise visualizations of a player’s movement, technique, speed, and accuracy to assist in the training of swings, kicks, shots etc. AR provides players with real-time data about plays and instructions to follow.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"This technology can also be used for fans, along with game officials and teams. Create the ultimate experience for fans who didn't get to see the live game by implementing AR technology for fans to roam around the stadium. The Minnesota Vikings are offering a virtual reality experience where fans can explore the\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" US Bank Stadium\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.usbankstadium.com/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" and view footage from Vikings games and events. 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Hundreds of exhibitors to see, seemingly endless rows of booths, and only so many hours in a day. How can you make the most of your next trade show or exhibition event? Indoor navigation is a great place to start. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-1\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Guide to Implementing an Indoor Navigation System for Trade Shows and Exhibitions \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5oWu5KlaMyHvLqi0E3mU6O\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Why Indoor Navigation Systems are Important for Exhibitions \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor navigation technologies greatly enhance the visitor experience at trade shows and exhibitions. Attendees and booth staff alike can access up-to-date interactive maps of your venue, see their precise location, search for various exhibitors, and follow turn-by-turn directions to their destination. Along with engaging visitors, trade show maps reduce stress and confusion and allow conference visitors to make the most of their day. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Advantages for trade show organizers\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Providing a digital, easy-to-use map of your trade show floor can make all the difference in creating a positive visitor experience and a lasting impression. Not only does indoor navigation benefit visitors, but it offers trade show organizers a more efficient platform for event management, provides sponsorship opportunities to increase revenue, and unlocks valuable data and analysis of visitor flow throughout the venue.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Due to the accuracy of indoor positioning technology, indoor maps also help trade show organizers improve the overall operations of your venue or event. Space planning, asset tracking, and efficient facility usage are just some of the ways that maps can be used to create a cross-channel trade fair solution. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Advantages for exhibitors\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Trade show navigation solutions give exhibitors an additional touchpoint to drive traffic to their booth. The most successful indoor mapping solutions don't merely show where a booth is located within the context of the building, but they also include important location details. Exhibitors can submit their company name, its description, their website and social handles, photos of their booth or products, and so much more. Digital indoor maps also make it easy to send the location of your booth to prospects ahead of any meetings, making their arrival simple and straightforward. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"6oE7I6AxZyjdsAxzrdyww3\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Advantages for trade fair visitors\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"It is easy to get lost or confused in a complex exhibition hall. Arguably the biggest advantage of navigation technologies for trade shows is that they provide accurate and intuitive wayfinding for event attendees. Maps are updated in real-time and can be deployed across a number of different devices - from large touchscreen kiosks, to websites, to an application for mobile devices - making them accessible for all convention center visitors. Users can browse the map, view category listings, search for a specific exhibitor, and more. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"When an indoor navigation app is combined with indoor positioning technologies, additional location-based services are made possible. Conference visitors can view their current location on the map, helping to provide additional context about the venue and their surroundings. Users can receive turn-by-turn directions that guide them from their parking space, through the exhibition center, to the exhibitor of their choosing.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"According to\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.00350/full\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Krukar and Dalton (2020) Kirchberg and Tröndle (2012), \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"blockquote\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Exhibition information affects visitors' cognition and experience.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Creating an Indoor Navigation System for Trade Shows and Exhibitions\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" 1. Define the goals and objectives of your indoor map\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In order to create an effective navigation solution for your event, you should first consider the goals and objectives of your map. Do you simply want to provide visitors with a way to locate various exhibitor booths? Do you want to integrate indoor positioning technologies to enable turn-by-turn wayfinding and proximity messaging capabilities? How will your teams manage the map? Where do you want the map to be available - online, on-site, within a trade show event app, or all three? \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2eRL3s6f5i4s2SAEI3DiGh\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Defining clear objectives for your map early on helps to ensure the success of your indoor navigation app. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. Research available indoor navigation system providers\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The next step in creating an indoor navigation system is to \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"decide on an indoor mapping solution\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://resources.mappedin.com/blog/12-things-to-consider-when-choosing-an-indoor-mapping-provider\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" that best suits your needs. When choosing an indoor mapping provider, there are several things to consider.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Experience & Credibility:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" It is important to consider the amount of experience each provider has, including years in operation, number of venues, square footage mapped, and their customer testimonials. You want to ensure that the provider creating your indoor map understands the unique challenges that come with trade shows and that they are dedicated to working with you and your team on creating a map that enhances the overall event experience. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Flexible Mapping Editing Platform:\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" Due to the nature of events that are hosted on exhibition grounds, it is advantageous to work with an indoor mapping provider that has a flexible and dynamic mapping platform. A powerful \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map Editor\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" such as Mappedin's allows event teams to create multiple versions of the venue map. This way, the structural elements of the building (e.g. walls, washrooms, staircases) can be applied to each map but the floor plan may look entirely different depending on the event. Indoor mapping tools allow an event planner to change the location or description of a booth in real-time. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Out of the Box vs. Custom Mapping Solutions: \",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Tying back to your goals for the trade show map, you should consider if you want a \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"pre-built mapping application\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/applications/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" that is faster to implement or if you want to create more customizable navigation experience using a \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mapping SDK\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/sdks/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\". This will help narrow down the providers to choose from. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Integrations & Add-Ons: \",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Integrations can be an important element to consider when creating an indoor navigation map. What other technology or services do you want to work alongside the map? Do you want to integrate indoor positioning or indoor location tracking with your navigation app? If so, you should consider working with a provider that has experience with and recommendations for other providers in the space.  \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"3. Gather the blueprint and 2D maps of the exhibition\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"In order to create an accurate indoor map, you will need to locate the most up-to-date version of your venue's blueprint and share this with your indoor mapping provider. Mappedin creates digital maps at scale within our Map Editor by leveraging automation and our professional mapping team. The 2D maps, which can come in CAD, PDF, or even PNG formats, are converted into digital, interactive, and 3D maps. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"4. Determine key points of interests \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"What are the key points of interest that visitors will be interested in? 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An effective trade show map can import this data so that it is accessible through the map for visitors who want to learn more. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1SuixM8IN4NWqv5Kz6vKlY\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"6. Categorize exhibitors and plan their location\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Now that all of the map data has been collected, it is time to get organized. Category listings are another feature of indoor mapping solutions that make it simple to navigate attendees to booths. Event producers can customize which categories are available and change them depending on the trade show. 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In order to allow visitors to visualize the space, a trade show map is designed and distributed. Often, this takes the form of a static indoor map, either online or on paper. There are many benefits to creating digital, engaging, and interactive maps to display for visitors. 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Indoor positioning systems allow users to see their precise location within the context of the venue and provide accurate turn-by-turn directions as attendees navigate the trade show floor. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"xucluutv5uq4kR4sUhUtv\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Vendor Discovery\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Booth Information\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"While some trade show attendees know exactly which booths or companies they want to see at the event, others may not have done any research before the show began. Without an indoor mapping platform, these visitors may spend the duration of the event aimlessly wandering the exhibition hall. Not only does an interactive map help users who know exactly where they want to go, but it can also provide additional information on what businesses and services are available at the venue. Location details can be easily displayed for attendees, including company name, business website, social media accounts, booth number, business industry or market, and so on.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Search & Category Displays\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Features such as Smart Search and category listings can take a trade show map to the next level. Smart Search allows visitors to search by a variety of different terms in order to find their destination. This flexibility is imperative for an event such as trade shows, where users will have varying degrees of information. For example, at an office supply trade show, exhibitors could search by product (e.g. pens, printers, whiteboards), brand (e.g. HP, BIC, Xerox), category (e.g. electronics, furniture, health and safety), or by a specific company or booth number. With an intelligent search platform and detailed category listings, attendees can be sure to make the most of their time in the exhibition centre. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"l7IpSgYzQlP7LkWG0Issj\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Marketing & Sponsorships\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Engage & Attract Customers\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Organizers of events and trade shows can also drive additional revenue through marketing displays and sponsorships with the use of an indoor navigation platform. 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Along with these built-in marketing avenues, event managers can even sell these specific content placements and displays to sponsors, providing another stream of revenue.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5Rk9bQYuxVSixOHh8jqCf1\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Location Analytics\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Detailed Insights\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor maps have long-lasting benefits, even after exhibitors have packed up and the show has ended. Over the course of the event, digital trade show maps collect valuable location and user intent data. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Mapping analytics\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/analytics/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" such as most popular searches and categories, language and event selections, device usage, and session length are all key indicators of how users interacted with your event. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Indoor positioning data can also be used to provide a better understanding of how visitors and attendees travelled through the space. Heat maps, for example, can show crowded or underutilized areas. 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If you’re looking for a specific item, such as a travel pillow, you can search for this on the map, and receive a list of shops that sell travel pillows, along with detailed information on operating hours and deals and promotions.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"You can also plan your trip ahead of time by using indoor maps to determine the amount of time it takes to get to security checkpoints, your boarding gate, and all other airport checkpoints. Indoor mapping calculates the fastest route to your destination, so no time will be spent wandering around the airport. 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When integrated with smart technology, you can simply pull up the map, locate the nearest parking to your terminal, and click on an available parking spot to book it. This ensures a seamless and hassle-free experience from the moment you park your car, to the second you arrive at your boarding gate.  \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"In addition to guided parking, indoor maps help you locate and access shuttle services. Upon arrival at an unfamiliar airport, passengers can utilize the digital mapping tool to lead them directly to their shuttle bus, train, or car. 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Indoor positioning systems can monitor production time and trigger alerts when there is a delay, allowing warehouse managers to collect this data and improve their workflow. Warehouses can use asset tracking data to compare time spent in each zone to highlight areas that can use improvement and understand which methods are working. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Storage Optimization\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"To optimize storage space, inventory is usually stored in separate zones to avoid mixing and create easy access for retrieval. Indoor positioning systems can ensure storage is monitored effectively by tracking individual items. Warehouses can create optimal storage space by planning where items should be placed. 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Emergency services can also utilize indoor positioning systems to alert employees of proper procedures and evacuation directions in the event of an emergency, such as an earthquake or fire alarm. Indoor positioning systems can track the quickest and most efficient routes for evacuation, ensuring all employees exit the building safely and securely. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor positioning can positively impact warehouse performance rates by increasing efficiency. 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Picking and packing errors in warehouses create inefficient work environments that waste time and money. At Mappedin, we have some tips on how to reduce picking and packing errors and maintain a speedy pick and pack execution without compromising accuracy. Let’s start by explaining the different methods warehouses use to pick and pack.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"63iDIjSk0iuR4mrDg3Sz9y\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Picking Methods\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Zone Picking\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Zone picking, also known as the pick and pass method, divides the warehouse into separate zones. Each picker will be given a specific section and will then pass the product to the next employee working in their designated zone. This promotes continual picking, allowing employees to ship orders at a quicker rate. Zone picking allows each employee to focus solely on a specific area, including the equipment required in their section. This minimizes training requirements, for instance, not everyone will need to learn how to operate a forklift if it is not required in their zone. Zone picking can promote a smooth workflow for order picking by minimizing crowds and eliminating congestion.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Batch Picking\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Batch picking, or “multi-order picking,” requires a picker to combine orders by SKU. This enables multiple orders to be picked at once as businesses can pull large amounts of inventory together by fulfilling big batches of items at one time. This creates a greater optimization of picking shifts with one order schedule window for each shift. Batch picking reduces travel time in a warehouse by fulfilling multiple orders at once and encourages high levels of productivity when order picking.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Wave Picking\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Wave picking is when an order is picked one SKU at a time. This method organizes orders into windows that are then scheduled to be picked at certain times throughout the day. This allows for full control over the timing of order picking which positively impacts the flow of products. 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In a fast-paced environment, it is crucial that the layout of the warehouse promotes an effective and productive work environment. When planning the layout of a warehouse, it is important to ensure that items of importance are placed in the most ideal locations and equipment is properly stored. Instead of manually moving around items and equipment in a warehouse, a company can use \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/indoor-mapping-software/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"digital indoor maps\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" to plan their layout accordingly. 3D digital maps allow warehouses to try different layouts and see which is the most suitable for their venue. Design your warehouse based on your goals, whether it be changing the layout to increase efficiency for pickers or optimizing the layout for inventory receiving. Digitally planning layouts with a 3D indoor map can reduce pick and pack mistakes by minimizing areas or congestion and optimizing product locations.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Indoor Wayfinding\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"A warehouse needs to have an efficient and optimized pathing system to save wasted travel time for employees while meeting all safety requirements. After the creation of a 3D map, indoor wayfinding can be implemented within the map to create optimal pathing for warehouse employees. This increases the productive workflow between picking and packing orders or receiving and shipping inventory. 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With the implementation of blue dot technology into indoor navigation systems, warehouses can see the exact indoor location of employees on the map and which routes they are taking. This can enable warehouse managers to assess which areas can be improved while also avoiding overstaffing by seeing how crowded optimal paths are. Employees can create a picklist on the 3D map and use wayfinding to see the optimal route to follow when collecting the items they need to fulfil an order.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"44iNTLfniOrGj1UEdp7UQR\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" 2. Asset Tracking \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"It is easy for items and equipment to get misplaced when moving through a warehouse. Indoor positioning systems can be used for tracking assets in the building. Warehouses can tag equipment to view its location on an indoor map in real-time. This can account for anything from large pieces of machinery to tiny storage bins. With asset tracking, employees can save time searching for assets by seeing exact locations of equipment on the map in real-time. Asset tracking can promote accountability when knowing who is responsible for what. Asset tracking can also help minimize congestion by seeing which equipment is being used where and if there is a more efficient way to assign equipment based on the spacing of the venue and the preferred method of picking and packing.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"3. 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This technology creates a wireless workflow that relays information about the status of an item, eliminating the manual labour of scanning barcodes to see an item’s status update. This minimizes mistakes that can occur when picking and shipping multiple orders by allowing RFIDs to automatically identify and track items in a warehouse and manage inventory counts accordingly. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Meeting Regulations \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"RFID scanners also ensure government regulations are met when dealing with products like food and pharmaceuticals. Properly adhering to government regulations is crucial when ensuring products are manufactured with consumer health and safety in mind. When meeting regulations, a company can reduce the risk of receiving fines and penalties due to negligent errors. RFID tags can automate regulation procedures from monitoring equipment to ensure safety or reporting on an item's production status to see how, where, and when a product was created. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Safety & Security\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Automate safety and security measures with RFID tags to reduce stress when scrambling to ensure safety procedures are being met. RFID tags can wirelessly verify users and machines to ensure only authorized individuals can operate equipment or enter a particular area. 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A warehouse team can use this platform to see which items are of most importance and place fast-moving products in optimal locations. They can also monitor the location of storage bins, barcode scanners, inventory checks and more. Pickers and packers can benefit from these platforms by operating in an organized warehouse. Warehouse software systems can implement physical signs around the warehouse that correspond with 3D digital map smart labels, to ensure pickers and packers are directed at all times.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2uET1Z8K6eYz1H92qSYVs6\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Pickers and packers move quickly around a warehouse. 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