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Geoconcept 8 evolution gives CACI customers the edge in GIS and Locational Analysis
An eagerly awaited major upgrade to GIS software solution Geoconcept means users can apply ever higher volumes of detailed, granular geodata to meet and exceed today’s demand in marketing and analytics.
allmapdata brings data to life for Certas Energy
Certas Energy, the UK’s largest fuel distributor to consumers and industry, reports a dramatic improvement in the ability to plot and analyse sales performance and trends visually since starting to use the Geoxploit suite from digital mapping and geospatial data specialist allmapdata from CACI
CACI boosts location planning services with Mapmechanics acquisition
CACI Limited, information systems and marketing solutions provider, has acquired UK digital mapping and data specialist Mapmechanics Limited.
Mapmechanics to speak at Smart Cities Summit
Smart Cities Summit, hosted by Hounslow Chamber and Dell EMC, Mapmechanics will be presenting our own perspective on Smart Cities
Say hello to George!
Please welcome the latest GIS genius to join us on our quest – Mr George Argyropoulos.
Born and raised in Athens, Greece, George is a self-confessed technology and GIS geek.
Having gained a BSc in Geology and Geography (and a wife) at Athen’s Kapodistrian University, he came to the UK in 2012….
Introducing Daniel!
We’re delighted to welcome a new member into the allmapdata family – Mr Daniel Campeao. Daniel will be bringing his awesome GIS skills to bear on our expanding Geo Solutions team…
Mapmechanics to attend the RISCAuthority member seminars
RISCAuthority member seminars take place annually in Manchester and London. The seminars feature a high calibre of speakers addressing current issues and topical developments faced by their member insurers.
Our algorithms put the likes of Tesco on the map
Founders of Mapmechanics, Mary Short and Chris Greenwood, feature in The Sunday Times Business Section, How We Made It.
Enhanced multi-scenario distribution network modelling with latest version of Optisite, Mapmechanics’ affordable and accessible modelling system
Even faster and more practical real-world planning of distribution networks and warehouse locations can be achieved by logistics and transport analysts and consultants using the latest 2017 version of Optisite.
Mapmechanics consultancy provides location-based market insight into retail merger
Financial institutions are moving to take advantage of locational analysis to establish the future value of Tesco shares in light of this proposed merger.
Kinesis telematics platform provides accurate vehicle speeding reports with hosted HERE Location Platform
Kinesis has selected web map services (WMS) from HERE as an integral feature of its innovative fleet location and driver management solution.
Original research from Mapmechanics reveals roundabout in Oxford as the second most dangerous for cyclists in the country
Research from Mapmechanics revealed a roundabout in Oxford as the second most dangerous roundabout for cyclists, despite £1.35m of improvements in the area.
The Daily Mail - One crash a day involving cyclists and pedestrians
Original research from Mapmechanics on cycling and crashes across the UK was recently featured in an article in The Daily Mail.
Mapmechanics @ CILT London Region Supply Chain Network
The Supply Chain Network is a learning opportunity for people working within the supply chain in retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers.
The Times - Van crashes rise as drivers rush deliveries to ‘now generation’
Crashes involving vans increased by around a fifth in London and the southeast between 2009 and 2015.
The Sunday Times - Mobility scooters involved in four crashes a week
Mobility scooters were involved in four crashes a week on Britain’s roads last year and eight drivers were killed, according to new analysis of official government data of accidents involving mobility scooters since 2011.
Mapmechanics combines Geoconcept with HERE Location Platform routing module functionality
A new module created by Mapmechanics allows Geoconcept users to harness the HERE Location Platform to provide advanced routing capabilities anywhere in the world.
Mapmechanics to Exhibit at Geoconnect Show 2016
Mapmechanics will be exhibiting at the upcoming Geoconnect Show in October 2016.
What is FME and what does it mean for your data?
Digital mapping solutions specialist Mapmechanics now offers FME®, a software solution for organising, processing and analysing data.
Mapmechanics continues a fruitful partnership with National Citizens Service and The Challenge
Mapmechanics will be continuing its partnership with The Challenge for a third year in a row, a public initiative to promote commercial acumen and charitable awareness in the UK’s youth.
Using the HERE Location Platform to improve vehicle safety
The HERE Location Platform is a global map application from HERE, formerly NAVTEQ, an international mapping provider. This powerful mapping platform allows users to add maps to applications, place their own data on the map, track assets and plan routes.
allmapdata ‘map of Britain’ reveals SME North/South split
allmapdata research has revealed a clear North/South divide in the density of the UK’s 5.5 million small and medium companies, despite Government promises to create a ‘Northern Powerhouse’ and a climate of enterprise in the north of England.
Revealed: The Nationwide Surge in Fast-food Restaurants within a Five-minute Walk of Primary and Secondary Schools
According to our new geospatial research, thousands of fish and chip restaurants, burger joints and kebab shops have sprung up within a five-minute walk of primary and secondary schools across Britain.
Mapmechanics helps InPost add impact to parcel locker proposition
Mapmechanics bespoke project-based consultancy service used to calculate and identify the drivetime and distance to the nearest InPost locker locations across the United Kingdom.
allmapdata launches AMD Global Geocoder
allmapdata is pleased to announce the release of AMD Global Geocoder, a cost-effective standalone geocoding tool underpinned with the international HERE database.
Property prices on London Marathon route more than double in 15 years
Referencing housing price data held by the allmapdata team, Mapmechanics were able to discover that the average house prices along the London Marathon route has risen an average of 229% between 2000 and 2015.
New research reveals biggest concentration of hair and beauty salons is in the northwest of England
Mapmechanics shows the geographical distribution of hair and beauty salons and reveals a clear north/south split, with the highest concentration based in the northwest of England.
allmapdata Presents ‘Play With Data’ Workshops On Friday Mornings
allmapdata now offers ‘Play with Data’ workshops on Friday mornings, encouraging new and existing customers to come into our offices and get to know datasets, explore new data options, approaches and techniques to get the best results.
allmapdata Makes Free UK Daily Traffic Flow Data More Usable for Analysis
Free data from the UK Government on numbers of vehicles on the road has proved an invaluable resource for analysis and policy development by research bodies and “think tanks”, but in its raw form the data is not ideal for the kind of precise and accurate spatially-related analysis that these organisations aim for.
allmapdata Releases AddressAnalytix
allmapdata releases AddressAnalytix, as new dataset designed to position and classify all properties in Great Britain for commercial or residential locations, streamlining delivery management and logistics planning.
allmapdata Eases Compliance with the Safer Lorry Scheme
On 1 September 2015, the Safer Lorry Scheme came into force, designed to meet the Mayor for London’s ambitions to see the capital’s roads free from deaths and serious injuries. The scheme ensures that only those vehicles fitted with safety equipment will be allowed on London’s roads.
Rugby World Cup has arrived. How will you?
Friday 14th September sees the start of the much anticipated 2015 Rugby World cup at Twickenham Stadium with the opening match of England vs Fiji. Planning ahead as a fan to get to the grounds on time to enjoy the action should not be underestimated.
allmapdata launches enhanced Eircode postal dataset for Ireland
Following the launch this summer of Eircodes, the Republic of Ireland’s new postal addressing system, an enhanced Eircode dataset has been released by the allmapdata team at Mapmechanics, including map coordinates for all addresses plus free boundary data for principal post towns.
Which postcode sectors adjoin each other? CACI offers fast way to find out
Two new products from allmapdata from CACI, the UK-based specialist in digital mapping and related data, underline the benefits of the company’s Data Guarantee, which saves users from many of the intricacies and hassles of preparing and formatting map data for their specific requirements.
Map-friendly building development data provides invaluable strategic resource
Business planners, strategists and analysts can now view the location of future building developments on detailed maps of the surrounding area, thanks to a new initiative led jointly by MapMechanics.
Oracle-ready digital map data including NAVSTREETS readily available from allmapdata
More seamless integration between digital mapping and Oracle enterprise-level software is now available to users through enhanced Oracle support introduced by allmapdata from CACI.
Red routes and car park data now available from MAPMECHANICS
These two fundamental requirements often arise in routing, scheduling and navigational applications, and both are tackled with invaluable new data sets from UK-based mapping and logistics specialist MapMechanics. They are now available through www.allmapdata.com, the company’s fully transactional web site.
Mobile cab booking specialist saves by switching to in-house address-finding system
By adopting a package of postcode data products from MAPMECHANICS, fast-growing online minicab booking service provider Minicabster (formerly Anycabs) has been able to gain significantly better control over the cost and performance of its system.
Lorry parking data, adjacent postcode data and detailed education data now available
Safer overnight parking on long lorry journeys and more intelligent network planning and territory management are two advances brought by new data sets launched by allmapdata.
Support for Tableau map data visualisation and Oracle OBIEE and Spatial and Graph
Organisations sourcing their digital map, business and geodemographics data from allmapdata from CACI, a leading specialist in all these products, can now visualise it using the increasingly popular Tableau range.
Latest map data sets add invaluable functionality for planning and market analysis
Organisations involved in market analysis now have a selection of new digital map data sets at their disposal from MAPMECHANICS.