Option 1: Static Map
Setup time: +/- 2 minutes
Setup
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The static map is a pre-designed map image that is being uploaded to the Appmiral CMS
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The format is JPG/PNG
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The static map is visible via a separate menu item in the application
Advantages
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The biggest advantage is that it is easy and quick to implement. When there is limited time available, this is the easiest way to go
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Clear and playful overview
Disadvantages
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Not interactive
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There is no additional POI information possible to add
Examples
Option 2: Pins Map
Setup time: +/- 1 day
Setup
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Apple/Google Maps as a base layer with interactive POIs on top
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Required locations need to be added via a Google Sheet (created by Appmiral)
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The initial upload and configuration is done via the Appmiral team
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Adjustments to the pins map are done via the Map Editor in the CMS
Advantages
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The pins map is ideal for city events with venues all around a big area
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Google and Apple Maps are well known, so this option offers a familiar look and feel for the end user
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The implementation is straightforward
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The map is geo-accurate with the blue dot being visible
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List view filtered per category making searching for POIs easier
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Extra content can be added to POIs via the CMS
Disadvantages
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It's less visual
Examples
Option 3: Polygon Map
Setup time: +/- 2 day
Setup
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Requires a geo-accurate plan (e.g. AutoCAD) of the festival organizer
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The initial upload and configuration is done via the Appmiral team
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Adjustments to the polygon map are done via the Map Editor in the CMS
Advantages
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The polygon map offers a great distinction between the different categories since it is custom-created with different colors and shapes
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The map is geo-accurate with the blue dot being visible
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List view filtered per category making searching for POIs easier
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Extra content can be added to POIs via the CMS
Disadvantages
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Since it is made from scratch, it can sometimes contain a lot of icons and colors. This makes it more difficult to maintain or to quickly see the relevant polygons for the users's end
Examples
Option 4: Overlay Map
Setup time: +/- 2 day
Setup
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The overlay map is the most branded and visual map option
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Requires a geo-accurate plan (e.g. AutoCAD) of the festival organizer
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The overlay itself is created from the client's end and has to be geo-accurate
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The initial upload and configuration is done via the Appmiral team
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Further adjustments are possible via the Map Editor in the CMS
Advantages
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The overlay map offers a great distinction between different categories
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The festival branding is present on the map
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The map is geo-accurate with the blue dot being visible
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List view filtered per category making searching for POIs easier
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Extra content can be added to POIs via the CMS
Disadvantages
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A design team is needed from the client's end in order to create the overlay
Examples
