About This Constellation ShortList™

The location technology platforms category refers to software that turns spatial data into contextually actionable information. Constellation estimates the market size for software and ser- vices to be close to $40.9 billion by 2029 at an 11.8% CAGR. These systems extract and interpret spatial data from a variety of sources and deliver it into common formats. Spatial data often powers next-best actions inside maps and visualizations for a wide variety of industries.

Organizations use these location data services to not only pro- vide navigation optimization but also to improve how geospatial information is delivered to democratize decision-making. The top solutions support multiple location types, enable layering, provide easy access and sharing of data, and can even deliver sophisticated joins.

Legacy manual and rule-based driven systems now give way to artificial intelligence. As machine learning and neural networks improve, expect mass personalization to emerge. Location technology platforms provide the critical context that transforms customer experience, future of work and Matrix Commerce.TM

 

Threshold Criteria

Constellation considers the following criteria for these solutions:

  • Supports multiple location types
  • Provides geocoder
  • Provides turn-by-turn navigation and drive-time analysis
  • Supports logistics and route optimization
  • Tracks assets
  • Delivers data visualization
  • Enables layering
  • Exports or imports map data
  • Uploads raster or vector data from different formats
  • Accesses and shares data from any source
  • Understands time and space with sophisticated joins
  • Delivers easy-to-use mapping APIs for tracking and positioning
                 

The Constellation ShortList™

Constellation evaluates more than 15 solutions categorized in this market. This Constellation ShortList is determined by client inquiries, partner conversations, customer references, vendor selection projects, market share and internal research.

  • ARC GIS
  • CARTO
  • GIS ClOUD
  • GOOGLE MAPS
  • HERE TECHNOLOGIES
  • MANGO MAP
  • MAPBOX

Frequency of Evaluation

Each Constellation ShortList is updated at least once per year. Updates may occur after six months if deemed necessary.

Evaluation Services

Constellation clients can work with the analyst and research team to conduct a more thorough discussion of this Constellation ShortList. Constellation can also provide guidance in vendor selection and contract negotiation.

 

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