Online locator service

[1][2] Types of businesses that often have this feature include chain retailers, hotels, restaurants, and other businesses that can be found in multiple metropolitan areas.

[3] On many sites, searches can be narrowed to locations providing certain services not provided at all locations (e.g. 24-hour operation, handicap accessibility, pharmacies).

It is often used in conjunction with mapping/driving direction software on brick and click corporate websites to help customers locate a physical business location.

The company utilizes IP geolocation software from Digital Element to power the “My Local Ace” section of its website.

Based on a site visitor’s location, the website can show the visitor how many stores are in their area, as well as a city-level locator map to help the customer find the store closest to their address.