Sometimes the variations are subtle. Other times, they’re more elaborate. Either way, there are differences in map APIs and a one-size-fits-all approach to selecting them could be risky.A little bit of research and a lot of attention to detail [...]

College campuses can be sprawling or quaint, but either can be intimidating for the new student or first-time visitor. Surrounding unfamiliar communities may also be a cause for concern, especially when it comes to safety.This familiar scenario [...]

The HERE Location Services Geocoding API is known for its versatility and practicality. Providing a street address results in an accurate lat/long. Providing an accurate lat/long results in a street address. What many developers don’t know, [...]

Thanks to the evolving relationship between HERE and Amazon Web Services (AWS), developers within the AWS environment have grown accustomed to self-serve access to HERE location APIs and services through their existing AWS accounts. The [...]

The HERE APIs/SDKs are rich with data that can enhance your map-based application. When your mapping application is enabled by HERE Location Services it can do much more than track a GPS signal or provide routing information. Additional data can [...]

The fourth industrial revolution — Industry 4.0 — has taken hold and continues to transform how manufacturers manage their operations, do business in the marketplace and lean into the future. The technologies powering the revolution are dynamic, [...]

Licensing map data for any number of uses — fleet management, geocoding, route optimization, etc., — also means assuming responsibility for data storage, security and maintenance. Meeting these responsibilities can be a burden on staff and [...]

We recently explored the pros and cons of free map APIs v. paid map APIs, which may have raised questions in the minds of some app developers about where they can turn to find trusted map APIs/SDKs. There is seemingly no shortage of map API/SDK [...]

Fleet management is multi-faceted, requiring apps that “think” beyond the basics, like routing or general maps. Developers must be attuned to API and SDK dynamics and what they offer in terms of true value for fleet managers.

If a map API is an integral part of your app, choosing the best fit for your mapping needs depends on several factors, with cost often listed near the top. Free map API options may sometimes be sufficient but defaulting to them to streamline [...]