• Prohibited territories on the Google Maps platform 

Overview of Google Maps API 

What is Maps API? 

You can simply understand that the map API is a support method. Allows websites or apps that use the Maps API. From there display the provided content such as location, distance, traffic, shops, etc., most commonly, find the way. 

Example 1: If you are in a fixed location and want to find the nearest utilities around you. Then the map API can completely help you with that. 

Example 2: On the platform of brand applications such as Grab, Ahamove, etc., there is a map API integration. From there, it is possible to locate and accurately locate the location of employees and customers on the map, to reach each other more easily. 

• What is API? Benefits that map API brings in life 

What is Google Maps API? 

Google Maps API is a service of Google. Using this service application to map online technology on website or smartphone is completely free. This service supports many functions such as finding directions, directions, routes, public transport, etc. Besides, it also integrates display of important utility areas such as schools, hospitals, gas stations, etc. banks, etc. in the user area and worldwide. 

Google blocks Google Maps API in Vietnam 

Reasons to block Google Maps API 

In the Google Cloud Terms Directory, last updated on March 21, 2022, Vietnam has been included in the list of prohibited territories on the Google Maps platform without a valid reason. any information from Google. 

Stop supporting Street View feature 

Street View is a familiar feature of Google Maps. This feature makes it possible for users to select a specific location to view the entire street area with a realistic 360-degree view. 

However, Google has confirmed the Street View app will stop working on March 31, 2023. And encourage users to switch to using Google Maps or Street View Studio. 

Map4D – Business mapping solution with APIs/SDKs to replace Google Maps API 

With the concept that "Use Google Maps for free?". This is a misconception of the majority of users. 

For businesses, they have to pay a high cost to be able to use Google Maps for business. 

As for users, they also have to "pay" for their personal data to use the map for life. 

At the same time, Google has gradually updated sporadically in the Vietnamese market 

Is Google Maps API secure? 

To be able to use Google Maps for free, users have enriched the database for Google. And from those data, Google did business in Vietnam. 

Because users completely voluntarily provide personal information, geography, interests, ... located in the management operating system of foreigners. So it can also be used by the bad guys for illegitimate purposes. 

Map4D can completely replace Google Maps 

Map4D is the first and only pure Vietnamese 2D, 3D, 4D digital map platform in Vietnam. This is a digital platform developed by technology experts of IOTLink. This project marks a milestone in the development of Vietnamese technology. 

• Display information in full 2D, 3D visual and 4D time dimensions 
• Voice search and directions 
• Traffic status, real-time route information 
• Detailed routes for means of transport: motorbikes, cars, walking, ... 
• Suggest convenient locations: restaurants, gas stations, schools, hospitals, etc. 

• Widely applied in many fields: freight forwarding, logistics, e-commerce, car calling, real estate, ... 

>>> View details about Map4D 

Creativity and difference make Map4D make an impression on users, increasingly asserting its role in the national digital transformation, supporting businesses to develop sustainably. 

Map4D Platform provides complete information and flexibility to switch databases without worrying about errors. At the same time, successfully linking with the integrated LGSP axis allows the interoperability and sharing of national data on many different platforms. 

Vietnamese people can be proud of a Vietnamese digital map platform. Map4D is doing a story about protecting national sovereignty in cyberspace. 

• High-tech 4D map – Elevate the Vietnamese experience 

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• Geographic marketing – Market segmentation develops system chains 

What is 4D Map (Map4D)?  

4D map is a type of map that can display 2D, 3D and 4D time dimension. With Map4D users can experience objects, objects, roads or projects, etc. in 3D graphics. And evaluate the changes of the project in the past, present and future.  

This is an application map made by Vietnamese engineers with the support of Microsoft technology experts.   

Map4D platform is ready for digital transformation and digitization of infrastructure and smart cities by high-tech integrations such as AI, IoT, VR, Machine Learning… Along with a high level of security, information User data is safe. 

Benefits of using a map of restaurants and cafes 

Manage and provide enough information to customers 

When creating a chain of stores on a digital map, store owners, restaurants, and cafes can provide accurate information. Specifically: branch's address, phone number, products and services, menu, etc. Besides, business owners can also quickly update the status of goods to customers so that they can always maintain them. Good shopping experience in store. 

Reach potential customers more easily 

When business owners deploy their chain stores on the map, customers can easily find their branches. With the appearance on the digital map, customers can easily find your store or cafe. And know the specific address as well as the distance from their location to yours. This helps increase customer reach to your nearest branch. 

Increase brand awareness 

Brands reach customers and are recognized by their logos, icons, and colors displayed on the map. It also increases professionalism, ensures convenience for customers, and increases customer reliability. 

Increase competition with competitors 

With the display on the digital map, business owners can be compared with other competitors. Help come up with appropriate strategies to improve service quality and increase revenue. 

Save time and money 

Save time and cost for managing the location of shops and cafes. At the same time, it helps to minimize errors in managing the location of shops and cafes. 

Deploying digital maps for chain stores 

Integrating Map4D digital maps into business websites provides necessary information about the chain system in an intuitive, easy-to-remember way. From there, answer the questions customers ask in the information search process: 

• How many shops are there around here? 
• What specific addresses are the stores located at? 

• How far is it from here to the shops, how long does it take? 
• Which is the most convenient way to travel? 

In addition, Map4D also supports businesses to plan delivery routes, allocate goods scientifically, save time and costs, and improve competitive advantages. 

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Guide to sharing recently searched restaurant maps 

Step 1: Download and install the Map4D . application  

You can download the Map4D application on your smartphone with the operating system Android or iOS.  

You can click on the link below to download the application. Or scan the QR code for fastest download.  

• Map 4D on the App Store   

• Map 4D – Apps on Google Play 

Step 2: Open the app and search for restaurants near you 

After downloading and installing the Map4D application, open the application, when allowed, it will automatically locate your exact location.  

Open the search field, enter the word “restaurant” (or enter any utility according to your needs) and search. A series of restaurants near your location will be displayed. 

Step 3: Choose the restaurant you want to go to 

Please select a store you want to go to. The app will suggest the distance and time from where you are standing to the store location. Shows the best route that will be suggested to you. 

Step 4: Detailed instructions on moving route 

The route you want will be displayed in detail (turn left, turn right, go straight, …). When you press "Start" you just move according to the arrow and you will reach the restaurant you want to go to. 

Map4D map application software web and app versions serve agencies, organizations, businesses and users to participate in the following activities: 

• Look up information about places, roads 
• Contribute, edit data 

• Data mining to meet management and planning needs 

Experience Map4D now to make everything simpler: https://map.map4d.vn/ 

• Instructions for using Map4D directions on the phone 

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• Optimize store listing page on business website with Map4D 

Factors influencing customers to choose logistics enterprises 

Customers choose logistics enterprises in addition to meeting transportation needs. Besides, there are many factors that make customers want to choose that business. So what about the rest of the businesses? Especially small and medium enterprises will be like? Below are the factors that influence customers in choosing a partner. 

Transparency and clarity 

First, the information of the business must be transparent and clear. When customers search for businesses through the Internet, all information must be displayed in full, the size of the business. From there, customers can understand how the business they approach will be. 

Reliability, Reputation 

Customers are especially interested in the reliability of logistics enterprises. Including the ability to transport goods on time, ensure safety and ensure the security of goods. 

Price and quality 

A shipping business with products/services at a good price is what interests customers the most. However, how is it possible? provide customers with logistics services The best way to optimize time and save costs is still a problem to be solved. 

Competitor 

Businesses in the logistics sector face fierce competition from competitors in the industry. This competition can affect prices, service quality, and ability to attract customers. Nothing is absolute. So if not becoming the customer's preferred choice, become the most convenient choice for the customer. 

Advanced technology 

Technological advancement is also an important factor for customers. Customers demand that the transportation of goods is guaranteed by the use of modern technology such as location tracking, real-time monitoring and continuous information updates. 

Map4D logistics map – Good experience, increase conversion rate 

Map4D provides digital maps with geographical information and digital data about logistics, helping businesses optimize their logistics activities. Here are some ways Map4D solves business problems. From there, it is easier to reach customers in the field of logistics 

Provide detailed business information 

For businesses with many office addresses, warehouse systems, chain stores, the problem of detailed information will be solved by Map4D. When customers search for brands using Map4D digital maps on their phones or websites, they will easily find their business located in the nearest place of customers. Customers can understand the information, move or contact depending on their needs. 

Besides, it also provides information about shipping points, shipping services, delivery time, etc. to help businesses easily manage, and customers can search and choose shipping services. fit your needs. 

Efficient warehouse management, business scale 

Map4D provides warehouse management tools, displaying 2d, 3d images visually inside the warehouse. Easy data system integration ERP make it possible for businesses Check and manage inventory, help businesses optimize the storage and management of their goods.  

Right place in quick time 

Two factors are exact location and exact time are very important in the field of logistics. Therefore, businesses need to meet these two necessary factors to bring customers trust and increase brand reputation. 

Map4D logistics map will provide the shortest distance, clearly showing the number of kilometers of distance between two points and the travel time between those two points. From there, businesses and customers can make transactions with each other most conveniently. 

New 3D Marketing Method 

Map4D can be viewed as a tool to help businesses implement the most cost-effective marketing strategy. In addition to the benefits that Map4D mentioned above, the marketing strategy of brand recognition on the map. Provides a view from the whole to the details with high efficiency.  

Customers use digital maps for simple navigation or navigation. Then the brand's appearance on the map also gradually ingrained in customers' subconscious about their brand. Is a marketing plan that applies technology to bring a different, novel and effective experience. 

In short 

Logistics map using technology from IOTLink. Map4D will be a method to help businesses solve problems to reach more customers. Remove obstacles and customers trust more. Thereby improving brand awareness, increasing conversion rate. Promote better business, more business development. 

• Map4D delivery map – Accurate positioning, successful delivery 

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• Basic knowledge about administrative map of Vietnam 

Tourist map concept 

A tourist map (DL) is a type of map designed to guide people. More specifically people traveling, to different destinations in the area.  

The map includes: information about tourist attractions, attractions, restaurants, hotels, parks and other amenities. 

The map also provides additional information such as: routes, means of transport, etc. So that customers can learn and explore places easily. 

Tourist map classification 

Functionally  

• DL map for propaganda and promotion: It is a kind of sketch map. The content on this type of map is presented with exaggeration and attractiveness. Interesting content, colorful. 
• DL map lookup: Is a type of map with very detailed content. The regulations on this type of map must be correct and accurate during the making. 
• Tourist guide map: The most in-demand map type today. The users of this type of map are mostly tourists and visitors. This map usually has a medium to large scale. The content on the map is also changed according to the geographical features of the area. 

By regional geography 

• Mountain tourism map: a map showing an individual mountain or mountain area. Map sizes are usually medium or large scale. The main content is topographic maps. Target users: tourists climbing, exploring, hunting, ...  
• Map of coastal tourism: the map shows small territories such as beaches and coastal areas. Large map scale. Tourists often use maps to see the way, inns, hotels, etc. Or know the air temperature, sea depth, wind direction, etc. 
• Rural tourism map: a map showing the characteristics of the rural population (roads, history, geography, culture, ..). Map users will understand the customs of the place to go. From there, it is easy to integrate and adapt to the surrounding environment. 
• City DL map: the demand for this map is huge. The basic content of this type of map is the network of streets, directions, entertainment places, shops, restaurants, hotels, banks, shopping malls, etc. 

• Tourist route map: guide the tourist geographical features according to the available map route. 
• Regional tourism map: can represent the entire coastal area, mountainous area, countryside, city, etc. of an area. It can be quite general or lookup. 

The role of tourist maps 

• Guides, directions: guides and directions for tourists to various tourist attractions in the area. 
• Explore: help travelers discover and learn about new, exciting and exciting destinations in the region. 

• Planning: travelers can plan their trip, including activities, locations and travel times. 
• Provide information: Provide tourists with information about facilities. Like hotels, restaurants, shops and other attractions in the area. 
• Cultural and Historical Introduction: tourists can learn about history, culture and other information about their particular area. 

• Developing tourism on a digital map - The key to "sustainable tourism" 

Benefits of implementing tourist maps on digital maps 

• Convenience: can be accessed anytime and anywhere, no need to carry paper versions. 
• Easy updates: get updated easily and quickly when new information about travel destinations or new travel services becomes available. 
• Highly interactive: has interactive features, allowing users to search, zoom in/out, scroll and get information about tourist destinations. 
• Cost savings: reduce the cost of printing and distributing traditional paper maps. 

• Sustainable tourism development: helping tourists find eco-friendly travel destinations. And contribute to the development of sustainable tourism. 

Map4D – High-tech digital map will help the implementation of tourist maps on digital maps bring many benefits. Bring efficiency to travel managers and tourists. Especially in the context of rapidly developing information technology. 

• Instructions for using Map4D directions on the phone 

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