Zoodango tries 'intelligent location' for hyperlocal services

17.01.2009
, a map-based online service, has that uses computer intelligence and geo-search to help consumers find restaurants and businesses.

There are several differentiators between Zoodango's search and sites such as Google, Citysearch and Yelp.

The main difference is that while the other sites do searches based on a keyword, Zoodango relies on geo-searches. This is particularly helpful if, say, you are planning an evening out and want to get coffee, eat dinner and go to a bar afterwards.

"Zoodango's search engine allows you to browse everything in a particular geography even if you don't know exactly what you are looking for," James Sun, the company's CEO told The Industry Standard.

"Citysearch and Yelp are really about reviews to help you make a decision," he explained.

Zoodango, on the other hand, is trying to use "intelligent location" to help you make a decision.