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Waymap goes live at Lord’s Cricket Ground

New partnership at the Home of Cricket. Marylebone Cricket Club – known the world over as MCC – is setting a new standard in accessibility for sports fans by partnering with Waymap.

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Ed Parsons joins Waymap from Google

Ed Parsons, previously Google’s Geospatial Technologist, says Waymap “is at the forefront of a new wave of personal navigation”. At Google he took a leading role developing the company’s mapping and location apps.

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Waymap goes live in Washington DC

Washington DC becomes even more accessible with Waymap – today Waymap went live across the entire public transit system.That’s 98 rail stations, more than 11,000 bus stops and 325 bus routes now covered by Waymap’s highly-accurate personal navigation app.

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Waymap in Los Angeles: A Summary

The Waymap application proves successful in helping vision-impaired people to navigate around a Los Angeles university campus with which they are unfamiliar.

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Does an Augmented Reality Map Solve Your Wayfinding Problem?

Discover how an augmented reality map solves complex navigation and accessibility challenges in large venues, delivering real operational value.

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3D Heat Map: A New View of Venue Operations

Learn how a 3D heat map provides unparalleled insight into visitor flow and accessibility in multi-level venues. Go beyond 2D analytics to improve operations.

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IP Address GDPR Guide for UK Venue and Transit Operators

Is an IP address personal data? Learn how to handle ip address gdpr rules for UK transit operators, covering logging and compliance in 2026.

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The Airside of an Airport: An Operator's Guide

A complete guide to the airside of an airport. Understand the zones, security, operational challenges, and accessibility issues facing airport managers today.

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Inside the Airport: A Guide for Operations Leaders

A guide for airport operators on solving navigation challenges inside the airport. Learn how to improve passenger flow, accessibility, and efficiency.

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How To Navigate An Airport: Operator Insights

Operators: Learn how to navigate an airport to solve disorientation, improve passenger flow, and enhance accessibility with modern wayfinding.

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Calgary Airport Map: Find Gates, Terminals & More

Your Calgary Airport map: Easily find terminals, gates, and amenities for a stress-free travel experience. Plan your journey today.

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Why Bluetooth Access Points Fail at Scale for Venue Navigation

A decision-maker's guide to bluetooth access points for indoor navigation. Learn the true costs, reliability issues, and superior alternatives for large venues.

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When do colorful QR codes become an operational risk?

Master reliable colorful QR codes. This guide for venue operators covers contrast, error correction, and real-world testing for flawless scanning.

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Mapping and Navigation: Beacons Fail, Sensor Fusion Wins

Mapping and navigation - Practical guide to mapping and navigation tech for venues. Discover why beacons fail; hardware-free sensor fusion offers accurate,

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Notre Dame Maps: Modern Wayfinding for Campus & Visitors

Notre dame maps - Upgrade your Notre Dame maps experience. Discover why sensor-based wayfinding offers visitors and operators a more accessible, efficient, and

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2026 Disability Awareness Days: A Leader's Guide

Strategic guide for 2026 disability awareness days. Ops leaders: Plan impactful initiatives to boost accessibility and showcase your venue's commitment.

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Braille QR Code: Regulations, Costs & Wayfinding

Find out if a braille QR code suits your venue. Covers UK regulations, costs, and compares it with dynamic wayfinding solutions.

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The Benefits of Facilities Management for UK Venues

Discover the quantifiable benefits of facilities management for large UK venues. This guide covers cost savings, ESG, user experience, and tech-enabled ROI.

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RFID in Retail: Your 2026 Strategic Guide

Explore RFID in retail: a 2026 strategic guide detailing how it works, business case, implementation costs, and infra-free navigation advantages.

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Google Maps Indoors: What Venue Operators Must Know

A definitive guide for venue operators on Google Maps Indoors. Understand its accuracy, limitations, and why it may not meet your accessibility needs.

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Waymap Is Now Live at Singapore's Largest Public Library

Large public libraries are built for everyone. Now, every visitor to Punggol Regional Library can navigate one independently — with step-by-step audio guidance powered by Waymap's infrastructure-free SmartStep™ technology.

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Internet of Things Smart Buildings: The Ultimate Guide 2026

Discover internet of things smart buildings. Learn about architecture, use cases, ESG benefits, and efficient navigation for venues and transit hubs.

VENUES

Make your space smarter  
and more accessible

Discover how Waymap reduces upkeep, boosts visitor satisfaction, and elevates your ESG credentials.

USERS

Confident navigation,
every step of the way

Waymap adapts to your walking style and personal preferences, guiding you reliably to your destination — whether platform, door, or store.

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