Google has now added a 3D bird's-eye view to its mapping service! Government agencies are using this new feature, which enables users to experience the feeling of being in a helicopter when viewing the path they’re traveling.

Google believes that a map can make the world a better place. What do you think? To show this, Google launched Google Earth Builder back in August 2011. In the past month, Earth Builder was recently renamed Google Maps Engine. It has been Google’s goal “to provide cloud services to map-makers who need to store, manage, and (probably) publish maps containing insightful data that is of some value to people looking to do some good in the world.” Google Earth Builder Smells As Sweet By Any Other Name

Whether you use Google Maps to help you get where you need to go or to deliver up-to-date geospatial data quickly to agency employees, it’s a great resource. However, we tend to not take advantage of its full capabilities. What are some other ways you can utilize this great tool? Here are some useful Google Maps power tips: