3 Tips for Building 3D Maps with Leaflet
WRLD offers a 3D map API, wrld.js, that can use multiple data sources to create maps with rich visualizations. wrld.js uses Leaflet - an open source JavaScript library used in creating interactive mapping applications. While Leaflet provides all basic map... Read more
WRLD Partners with ATELIER de Hoteles To Enhance The Guest Experience
We are excited to announce our collaboration with ATELIER de Hoteles, a luxury hotel chain based in Mexico that has an extensive array of five, four and three-star brands in both beach and city destinations. With an already stellar reputation... Read more
How Smart Buildings Will Grow in the Next 5 Years
Emerging technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data, are fundamentally changing how modern buildings are designed, built, and operated. This doesn’t appear to be a trend, either. Smart buildings aren’t just here to stay—they’re helping to... Read more
Digital Twin Cities Deployment, and Worldwide Adoption
Digital twin technology has emerged gradually over the last 15 years. One of the earliest instances of a digital twin was when NASA employed pairing technology and mirroring systems to remotely manage and troubleshoot its satellites. Over the years, the... Read more
Digital Twin Technology Use Cases, and How To Build Them
Before we dive into use cases, let’s first get down to basics and shed light over what is a digital twin. What is Digital Twin Technology Digital twins are dynamic, virtual models of the physical world, enhancing our ability to... Read more
Creating Indoor Maps: 6 Key Steps for Beginners
Indoor maps are used to visualize space for improved productivity, security, safety, resource planning, and overall experience. 3D indoor maps provide unique views for unique access levels, such as a first-time visitor or a property manager, giving everyone the right... Read more
Is Your App Ready for Indoor Mapping?
Is Your App Ready for Indoor Mapping? Indoor mapping and location data is in high demand. If your app uses geolocation, you may be wondering whether you should incorporate indoor mapping features. Here we’ll explore what indoor mapping is, how... Read more
I Want to Build a Smart Office. Where Should I Start?
The paradigm of workspaces has evolved: flex time is becoming more popular, teams have a global presence, and work does not happen in isolated cubicles. Organizational leaders are looking to technology to deliver new-age smart offices that can keep up... Read more
Infographic: What To Look For in an Indoor Mapping Solution
What Is an Indoor Mapping System? Indoor mapping is the term for technology that digitally positions people and objects inside offices, venues, and other buildings. An indoor mapping system uses a building’s floor plans, indoor positioning systems (IPS), and other... Read more
Bringing the Indoor Mapping WRLD to Unity
The WRLD SDK in Unity provides you with a high-fidelity 3D representation of your surroundings, allowing you to build innovative Digital Twin and location-based experiences for buildings and their environments. WRLD took center stage at Unity Unite Berlin 2018 -... Read more