Which of the HERE Technologies API’s are right for me?
They say you don’t know what you don’t know. But that’s a bit useless when it comes to getting the job done efficiently. So, what exactly do you need to know about the HERE Technologies technology stack? Everything you need to make the best decision about what’s right for your business challenges is detailed below.
Of course, the Next Mile team is ready to help you every step of the way. If you would like to discuss any of the options outlined below, feel free to contact us.
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HERE Traffic API
With the HERE Traffic API you are provided traffic flow and incidents information. Incident details such as type and location, status, start and end time as well as other relevant data are featured. With this, your journey can be dynamically optimised according to real-time route calculations. You are also able to request traffic map tiles that visualise the data available. Traffic map tiles are pre-rendered map tile overlays that integrate with the base map to display traffic information within your mapping application. You can request these for a specific area. Find more information on this API here.
HERE Data
This offering from HERE is the overarching API for the two APIs discussed below. It is perfect for displaying your custom data layers on an interactive and rich HERE map, built for immediate deployment. The core data is generated from over 400 mapping vehicles that are equipped with lidar technology to capture imagery, which is then enriched with governmental, satellite and community data sources. Designed with the end-user in mind it has some impressive traits of its own that are worth mentioning.
HERE Data is compatible with your existing GIS or CAD plattform, meaning you can easily enrich your existing business data with HERE’s data offering and implement it into your business systems. This will provide you greater geographic coverage, granularity and quality. You will gain full access to the catalogue of HERE’s data offering including impressive features such as:
Access to offline data
Search and addressing
Routing
Road infrastructure and heavy vehicle layers
3D landmarks
Cellular network coverage
HERE Geocoding and Search API
With HERE Geocoding and Search, users will enjoy scalability in either enterprise or mobile apps. What this means is you can search and gain access to navigable display positions for 300 million addresses and 125 points of interest (POI) across 65 countries. With batch geocoding, enterprises can process millions of addresses or latitude and longitude locations with forward and reverse geocoding and functionality.
HERE Routing
This collection of APIs provide access to advanced routing on the HERE map with features such as advanced routing algorithms, dynamically updated route information, response times according to emergency vehicles (including heavy vehicle restrictions) and more.
Location solutions for fleet management or transport and logistics
If you rely on technology to ensure that your routes are the most efficient and safe they can be, you must use the right tool for the job. HERE Technologies provides users access to a detailed and up to date database, user-friendly maps and interface and affordable pricing.
HERE Last Mile
The strain felt by delivery drivers and fleet managers over the crunch of the last mile can be alleviated with the HERE Last Mile Solution. Drivers can access an in-cabin app to direct them on time and efficiently, making their job more simple. Features such as turn-by-turn navigation and real-time information such as speed limits, road closures, traffic conditions or changes help to ensure the driver can get their work done on time and safely. Whatsmore, customers will benefit from approximately 25% more accurate estimated arrival times which can help you achieve greater customer loyalty and decrease customer dissatisfaction.
HERE Tour Planning API
Plan to succeed with the HERE Tour Planning API. What’s so great about it? Well, here you can enjoy customisable, traffic-enabled many-to-many route optimisation for the entire fleet. This means that every vehicle within the fleet can have their tour planned, including special considerations such as vehicle height, weight restrictions. You can also add in job windows, driver shifts and rest periods and ensure the right driver is assigned to the correct vehicle. Another feature includes special consideration for trucks with live traffic data and truck attributes both feeding into the final tour. All the hard work is done for you with the Tour Planning API.
HERE Routing API
HERE Routing supports over 100 customisation parameters inclusive of toll roads, motorways, ferries, stairs or paths and options for the fastest and shortest route selection with these elements in consideration of the fastest route. It can be localised for 108 languages, helping your team members navigate the way they want to.
The HERE Technologies stack is founded upon a long history in the automotive industry. The products are designed to help you solve your most challenging routing and delivery problems. With our expertise, experience and intimate knowledge of the HERE stack, Next Mile is well positioned to help you choose and implement the right solution for you. To learn more about what we can do or discuss your business challenges, reach out to us here.
HERE Geocoding & Search API
Similarly to emergency services, your industry relies on efficiency, not to mention safety of drivers. HERE Geocoding & Search can be used to provide you with scalability, enabling you to search and gain access to navigable and display positions for 300 million addresses and 125 million POIs across 65 countries.
The HERE Geocoding & Search API features a batch geocoder, which enables enterprises to process millions of addresses or latitude and longitude locations with forward and reverse geocoding functionality. Drivers in your organisation can gain value at every turn with access to details for POIs such as phone numbers, website links, opening hours, customer photos and more.
HERE SDK
When you integrate HERE SDK into your existing routing apps users can gain advanced location services that support the journey. This means that users can enjoy customised maps, truck routing, in-cab navigation all designed with fleets in mind. Historical traffic patterns are used to inform location services, therefore routing is the most accurate it can be. HERE SDK is available for both iOS and Android systems and comes in four editions including features that will benefit your business, no matter what scale your operations are.
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