{{G7}} Transforms Its Taxi Operations with Google Maps.

Customer
G7
Industry
Mobility & Transportation
Country
France
15%

Reduction in average travel times through dynamic routing.

10,000+

Vehicles optimized across France using real-time navigation and operational insights.

20%

Improvement in fleet utilization during high-demand periods.

Customer
G7
Industry
Mobility & Transportation
Country
France
Technologies by WGS
  • Google Maps Platform
  • BigQuery
  • Looker
G7 is Europe’s leading taxi dispatcher, managing a sophisticated fleet in the high-density urban environment of Paris. Web Geo Services modernized their routing and dispatch systems by integrating real-time traffic data and predictive modeling to navigate complex city regulations.

Goal

Optimize routing and navigation within the complex city infrastructure of Paris.
Improve passenger experience with accurate ETAs and real-time ride tracking.
Enhance driver productivity and fleet management during peak demand periods.

Results

Improved customer satisfaction through increased ETA accuracy and real-time ride transparency.
Reduced average travel times by 15% via real-time traffic data and dynamic routing.
Achieved a 20% improvement in fleet utilization during high-demand periods.
Lowered operational costs by reducing fuel consumption and driver idle time.

WGS-Powered Google Maps Solutions

1
Google Maps Platform

Core integration for real-time navigation and route optimization across the entire fleet.

2
Real-Time Location Sharing

Enables accurate ETAs and live ride tracking directly within the G7 app.

3
Dynamic Rerouting

Allows drivers to adapt instantly to traffic conditions for faster passenger drop-offs.

4
Google Maps APIs

Powers a smooth and intuitive booking experience for ride-hailing passengers.

5
BigQuery & Looker

Leveraged with Google Cloud to analyze mapping data for advanced operational insights and fleet analytics.

From Vision to Impact

Operating a fleet in a dense urban environment like Paris presents extreme complexity, where the decision to allocate a driver involves far more than simple distance. G7 partnered with Web Geo Services to integrate Google Maps Platform into their dispatch and routing systems to better manage multi-geographical markets and traffic regulations. The goal was to provide a new level of data-driven sophistication to traditional taxi services, ensuring that both drivers and passengers benefit from the highest quality of service.

The impact of this engineering effort was immediate, resulting in a 15% reduction in average travel times and a 20% improvement in fleet utilization. By leveraging real-time data and predictive modeling, G7 optimized its allocation systems to account for "empty time" and passenger habits. This transformation not only improved responsiveness and travel accuracy but also demonstrated how intelligent fleet management can successfully reduce the environmental impact of urban mobility.

Google Maps has been a game-changer for us. By integrating real-time traffic insights, route optimization, and better fleet management tools, we’ve significantly improved the efficiency of our operations. This translates to happier customers, more productive drivers, and reduced costs across the board. We’re excited to see how Google’s technology will continue to drive our business forward.
Germain Esposito
CTO, G7