NAVTEQ® Data Powers Proxix Solutions for Multinational Geocoder
(CHICAGO, IL) August 8, 2006– NAVTEQ, a leading global provider of digital map data for
location-based solutions, has been selected by Proxix Solutions, a leading provider of location
intelligence solutions, as the provider of street data for Proxix’s multinational geocoding and
spatial analysis API, PxPoint.
PxPoint’s advanced matching algorithms and ability to use multiple data sources, including
NAVTEQ's street data, U.S. parcel boundaries and client Shapefiles, delivers positional
accuracy. In addition, PxPoint's spatial option will allow NAVTEQ customers to understand
geographic relationships. For example, with PxPoint LBS providers can rapidly identify
restaurants in close proximity of a customer.
PxPoint’s capabilities and advanced matching technology are ideal for NAVTEQ data customers
needing to accurately locate physical addresses and analyze spatial relationships for making
smarter, more profitable business decisions.
“PxPoint is another notable achievement from Proxix’s GIS team and we are excited that
NAVTEQ customers may license this premium geocoding technology for their location-based
applications,” commented Roy Kolstad, Vice President and General Manager – Business and
Government Solutions, NAVTEQ. "As location-based information becomes more integral for
decision support across the enterprise, the demand for accurate geocoding is critical."
“Proxix is pleased by our relationship with NAVTEQ and believes that PxPoint’s multinational
capabilities, all from a single API that greatly eases multinational implementations, will be a
great value to NAVTEQ customers and any enterprise needing a premium location intelligence
solution,” said Paul Wray, President of Proxix Solutions.
About Proxix Solutions
Proxix Solutions is a location intelligence company that provides advanced geospatial software,
data and Web services to help businesses make smarter decisions, understand and mitigate
risks, cultivate profitable customer relationships and increase market penetration. In 2003, well-
known leaders within the industry responsible for developing many geospatial industry firsts,
including the first national address geocoder, founded the privately held company. Proxix is
headquartered in Palm Harbor, FL with offices in Boulder, CO and Madison, WI. For more
information on Proxix, visit www.proxix.com.
About NAVTEQ
NAVTEQ is a leading provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive
navigation systems, mobile navigation devices, Internet-based mapping applications, and
government and business solutions. NAVTEQ creates the digital maps and map content that
power navigation and location-based services solutions around the world. The Chicago-based
company was founded in 1985 and has approximately 1,900 employees located in 131 offices in
23 countries.
NAVTEQ is a trademark in the U.S. and other countries. © 2006 NAVTEQ. All rights reserved.
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Factors" in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31,
2005, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
