Geocoding Addresses in Telecom
Screen capture of the TimelyBill address validation form. What is geocoding? Geocoding transforms a postal address into a spatial location on the Earth's surface. The resulting locations are output as numerical coordinates with attributes, which can be used for mapping or spatial analysis. High-quality geocoding uses validated and standardized addresses to ensure accuracy. It assigns latitude/longitude coordinates to addresses, making it easy for telcos to integrate location information with other business data. Why implement geocoding? Geocodes provide an ideal way for telecommunications companies to quickly inform important spatial decisions by enabling decision-makers to visualize results. Locations must be accurate so that telecoms can determine what services are available to a given house or business. An in...
