ViaMichelin SOAP API

Geolocation to suit everyone

Overview

Geolocation is becoming a key element of many business applications. For this reason, ViaMichelin has developed a flexible, open solution available across a number of platforms (web, mobile, GPS, business software) and enabling the tailored integration of the following features:

Geocoding (or reverse geocoding) and address verification
Map generation
Proximity search
Route and distance calculation

An open and flexible platform

100% compatible with Internet standards (http, XML, SOAP, WSDL)
Integrable with your business management applications
Optimised for the development of mobile applications: map format and size, shortened queries and intelligent search methods

Extended and powerful functionality

Multimodal itineraries: ViaMichelin SOAP API also offers pedestrian (max. 30 kms) and cycling (max. 200 kms) route options
High-performance proximity search: distance calculation by road or 'as the crow flies'. 'ViaMichelin reverse mode' - identifying the shortest road route to a specified point - an essential feature for emergency services and call centres

Enriched mapping content

Standard: speed camera locations, car parks, road works and road closures
Optional: map display featuring local services (schools, nurseries, post offices, food outlets) as well as Michelin Green guide and Michelin Red guide content

Personalised support through each stage

Test period: testing of services and supporting online technical documentation (linked to the developer site)
Integration period: ongoing assistance from the ViaMichelin support team.
Post-production: regular map content updates (expanding geographical coverage, integration of changes to the road network, etc) on the applications

Clients using ViaMichelin SOAP API

	has launched a service that automates distance calculation in kms for the purpose of travel expense and carbon emission calculations.
	to highlight its distribution network on its high-end website.
	MMA (France) has developed a customised web application that enables its customers to calculate their car insurance fees based on mileage.