OpenCycleMap.org

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

OpenCycleMap.org provides the OpenStreetMap Cycle Map.

Target Customer

{"Cyclists and map users who need a cycling-focused map layer built on OpenStreetMap data"}

Key Differentiator

Cycle-focused map layer for OpenStreetMap data, served via Thunderforest tiles.

Implementation Timeline

Value appears immediately upon using the map (instant viewing/sharing); editing capabilities depend on access to OSM editing workflow

Pain Points

1Lack of cycling-specific map visualization in generic maps
2Need to share a current map view quickly via a permalink
3Potential ability to view/edit OpenStreetMap data directly from the map interface

Key Features

1Cycle-focused visualization based on OpenStreetMap data
2Permalink/share current map view
3Option to edit OpenStreetMap data from the map page
4Attribution to data sources: OpenStreetMap contributors and Thunderforest

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1CTO
2Head of GIS
3Product Manager
4GIS Analyst
5Urban Planner

Client Results

1Improved ability to visualize cycling routes and bike-friendly areas using OpenStreetMap data
2Easier sharing of map views through permalinks
3Potential for direct editing of OpenStreetMap data from the map interface

Competitive Advantages

1Specialized cycling map layer built on OpenStreetMap data
2Open data foundation (OSM) with attribution
3Tiles provided by Thunderforest for map rendering
4Direct sharing via permalinks

Key Benefits

1Cycling-focused map visualization

2Shareable map views via permalinks

3OpenStreetMap data integration

4Attribution to data sources (OSM contributors and Thunderforest)

Additional Product Information

Product Description

The OpenStreetMap Cycle Map, a cycle-focused map layer built on OpenStreetMap data with Thunderforest tiles and map view sharing/edit capabilities.

Target Market

Cyclists, GIS users, urban planners, travel and tourism professionals, educators

Unique Value Proposition

A dedicated cycling-focused map layer on OpenStreetMap data with sharable views and potential editing capabilities, powered by Thunderforest tiles.

Technical Requirements

Web browser with internet access; tile data served by Thunderforest; OpenStreetMap data integration

Pricing Model

Not specified in the provided content

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