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Smarter location sharing with What3Words integration in AMX. When managing assets across large and complex networks, communicating an exact location quickly and accurately is essential. AMX Web integrates with the What3Words API to provide users with a simple, memorable and shareable way to reference precise locations directly from the map. Making Asset Locations Easier to Share Asset and location information in AMX is often shared with field teams, contractors, emergency services and other external stakeholders. While coordinates and grid references provide precise information, they can be cumbersome to communicate and are susceptible to errors when entered or passed between teams. With What3Words integrated into AMX, users can generate a short three-word reference for a location and share it quickly with others. This can help reduce ambiguity and make it easier for teams to identify and navigate to a specific asset or site. How the AMX Integration Works Setting up the integration is straightforward. Clients first register with What3Words and obtain a valid API key. This key and the relevant API endpoint can then be configured within the What3Words section of AMX Web Settings. Once configured, users can access What3Words references directly from the AMX map. When viewing records with location information, users can switch to Map View to see assets plotted on a map. Selecting a location on the map opens a pop-up with the relevant details, including an option to show the What3Words reference. The reference is displayed in two formats: * Shareable link - for example, https://w3w.co/ghost.daytime.organist * Three-word reference - for example, ghost.daytime.organist Both formats can be copied to the clipboard using the Copy button, making them easy to share with colleagues, contractors or other stakeholders. Finding Locations Using Three Words The integration also works in reverse, allowing users to search for a location using a What3Words reference. From AMX Web Map View, users can open the search panel and select What3Words from the 'Searching by' options. After entering a valid three-word reference, such as ghost.daytime.organist, AMX automatically identifies the corresponding location, zooms the map to the relevant coordinates, and highlights it with the What3Words icon. This provides a quick way to locate a site or asset when the user is given a three-word reference, rather than traditional coordinates or a grid reference. Supporting Field Teams and Operational Response The combination of AMX's asset management capabilities and What3Words' simple location referencing can be particularly useful for organisations managing assets across extensive or difficult-to-navigate areas. Whether directing an inspection team to a specific asset, helping a contractor locate a work site or providing emergency services with an exact location, three-word references offer a simple way to communicate precise geographical information. By bringing this functionality directly into AMX Web, users can generate, copy and search What3Words references without leaving the asset management environment. A Simple Addition to Smarter Asset Management The What3Words integration is another example of how AMX can connect with specialist technologies (including Street Works, UKPMS & Google Maps) to make asset information more accessible and actionable. By combining precise geographical data with an easy-to-share location reference, AMX helps organisations improve communication, support field operations and make it easier for people to find the assets they need. With AMX and What3Words, precise asset locations are just three words away. The feature is currently available in AMX Web, and Assetmanagementexpert plan to bring it to AMX mobile in the near future!

what3words for Auto set to transform in-car navigation. Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - 06:40 At the Commercial Vehicle Show today, what3words has announced the upcoming launch of its new in-vehicle app, what3words for Auto, designed to deliver precise, voice-enabled navigation directly through a car's infotainment system. The app will allow drivers, from everyday motorists to professionals on the road, to reach exact destinations using just three words. As part of the company's Pro membership, the launch represents a significant step towards placing accurate, intuitive navigation firmly in drivers' hands. Built for Android Automotive OS (AAOS), what3words for Auto will be accessible via Android Auto, CarPlay and selected in-car app stores from summer 2026. This rollout will give millions more drivers the option to use what3words seamlessly within their vehicles, expanding access to a system designed for modern navigation needs. Traditional street addressing systems were never designed for the demands of the 21st century and frequently fall short in real-world navigation. Postcodes can cover wide areas, street names are often lengthy and cumbersome to input, and duplicates are more common than many realise. In London alone, there are multiple instances of the same street name, such as 'Lonsdale Road'. Meanwhile, remote or temporary locations, including roadside stops, fields and construction sites, often lack any formal address. These limitations are compounded by voice input systems that struggle to interpret complex or similar-sounding street names. The result is slower journeys, reduced efficiency for businesses and, in some cases, compromised safety. what3words offers a modern alternative, purpose-built for voice and digital navigation. The system divides the globe into a grid of 3m x 3m squares, assigning each square a unique combination of three words, known as a what3words address. This approach ensures that every location, from a specific building entrance to a precise point on a motorway hard shoulder, has its own identifiable reference. For example, ///filled.count.soap pinpoints the exact entrance to what3words' London headquarters and can be entered quickly using either voice or text. The technology is currently available in more than 60 languages, making it accessible to a global audience. Available through a what3words Pro membership, priced at £3.49 per month, what3words for Auto is designed to make destination entry faster, more accurate and highly intuitive. Powered by custom-trained AI, the app allows drivers to input destinations using natural language commands. A simple phrase such as "Let's navigate to varieties apply shirts" enables the system to identify the correct what3words address, allowing drivers to select the destination and begin navigation instantly. The app also integrates with users' existing what3words accounts, enabling them to access and select saved locations directly from their mobile app. Chris Sheldrick, Co-founder and CEO of what3words, said: "Seamless destination entry is fundamental to a good navigation experience. Millions of people use what3words to get exactly where they need to go, and we're proud to bring that experience directly into the car. With what3words for Auto, drivers will be able to reach exact locations with ease using cutting-edge voice entry technology. It's a major milestone towards our goal of what3words being available in vehicles around the world, making precise addressing accessible to everyone, everywhere." The launch of what3words for Auto builds on the company's growing momentum within the automotive sector. The technology is already integrated into vehicles from leading manufacturers including Jaguar Land Rover, Subaru, Lamborghini and Mahindra, helping drivers locate precise destinations more efficiently. Alongside in-car integration, the what3words app remains free to download on iOS and Android, with additional access available via the company's online map platform. As connected vehicle technology continues to evolve, the introduction of what3words for Auto signals a shift towards more accurate, voice-first navigation solutions. By addressing the limitations of traditional addressing systems, what3words aims to simplify journeys, improve efficiency and enhance safety for drivers worldwide. Discover more Logistics optimization software HGV registration data Vans & Minivans