[TZGISUG] what3words

[Howard L Frederick]

Interesting article on georeferencing (with Tanzania as an example) using a ‘universal’ simplified grid: http://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2015/sep/22/tanzania-smartphone-apps-africa-fastest-growing-city-dar-es-salaam-map


what3words (iOS / Android) provides a 3-word code for every 9m² square on Earth. From their website:

The world is poorly addressed. This is frustrating and costly in developed nations; and in developing nations this is life-threatening and growth limiting.

what3words is a unique combination of just 3 words that identifies a 3mx3m square, anywhere on the planet.

It’s far more accurate than a postal address and it’s much easier to remember, use and share than a set of coordinates.

Better addressing improves customer experience, delivers business efficiencies, drives growth and helps the social & economic development of countries.


Anyone using this yet?
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