The world is becoming more technologically advanced every day. Even the traditional map can no longer be a static two-dimensional map. Campus navigation software of the future will create an interactive digital wayfinding experience and help any large complex become a smart campus. Here’s how that will happen.
From static to dynamic maps
Tech users demand more from their experience in every aspect, so mapping and navigation are no different. Signage, traditional flat maps, and simple directories are no longer enough. Users want more resources at their disposal and to access real-time information.
A smart campus of the future will offer users real-time guidance systems with access to resources, such as;
- Live traffic updates, which users can use on regular days or during significant events.
- Real-time data analysis that can inform administrators and help in managing assets.
- Push personalised announcements and alert notifications to users
- Give users access to multimedia (audio and video) resources.
AR/VR-based navigation
Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies have become accessible to more users through their phones, eyewear and VR headsets. Their proliferation brings in a new era of immersive experiences in digital wayfinding. AR/VR are both immersive and intuitive, bringing users a more engaging solution to spatial challenges.
Using AR/VR, the campus navigation software can offer real-time location tracking, interactive campus maps, personalised route planning, and integration with campus services or facilities information. Additionally, the cutting-edge technology will make the campus more innovative and futuristic.
Personalised and dynamic digital wayfinding
A typical campus has large, sprawling, and numerous buildings. Finding your way through them can be frustrating, especially for new occupants and visitors. With digital wayfinding, users can find their way through campus more efficiently.
A digital wayfinding app will plot the most efficient route for the user. The app can direct the user to buildings on campus, the rooms within a building, or locations within a room. For example, the user can find the library building on a college campus, the science section and a specific shelf from the app. A user can find a restaurant within a mall, book a table, and find their way to the table within the app. Additionally, the user will be able to personalise the experience, which can be helpful for those with specific needs (for example, the disabled) looking for routes that cater to their unique circumstances.
Colleges, hospitals, and corporate offices are vast spaces with multiple buildings, roads, hubs, and services that users must navigate. Without guidance, navigating these spaces can be frustrating, daunting, or inefficient. Campus Navigation Software from Vicinia will improve any campus. Book your demo now.
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