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Lobby Biz Ideas topic #146

Subject: "1 idea for someone - does it have merit?" Previous topic | Next topic
atyaSat Sep-09-06 11:10 AM
 
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"1 idea for someone - does it have merit?"
Sat Sep-09-06 11:13 AM by atya

          

Hi All,
I've had an idea I don't have the time or inclination to pursue but it may have merit and it may be worthwhile for someone else:
Text or phone for directions. If anyone else is like me and they don't have a GPS 'whatever' then they constantly look at maps while trying to drive. When I'm lost why can't I phone someone or text someone who will advise me where I am and where I need to go to get to my destination. (The answer could be via text or to me on the phone in person while I'm being charged a set service fee then by the minute.)
What d'ya think folks?

  

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bizdevSun Sep-10-06 03:15 AM
 
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#1. "RE: 1 idea for someone - does it have merit?"
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Hmm. Interesting. I'm technically challenged so don't know if it's already being done (aside from gps systems). I know I once worked at a job where the drivers (cable installers) constantly called me at the office for directions. They had maps (usually) but sometimes just couldn't find the address. So I'd do a quick mapquest and get them to their destination. They weren't equipped with gps yet.

A little more research should tell you (or anyone else) if it's a viable idea.

Sylvia
http://businessplanmentor.com
Business plan and start up resources

  

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atyaTue Sep-26-06 08:08 PM
 
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Thanx Folks I appreciate the feedback

  

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pbcivilSun Sep-10-06 02:08 PM
 
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>Hi All,
>I've had an idea I don't have the time or inclination to
>pursue but it may have merit and it may be worthwhile for
>someone else:
>Text or phone for directions. If anyone else is like me and
>they don't have a GPS 'whatever' then they constantly look at
>maps while trying to drive. When I'm lost why can't I phone
>someone or text someone who will advise me where I am and
>where I need to go to get to my destination. (The answer could
>be via text or to me on the phone in person while I'm being
>charged a set service fee then by the minute.)
>What d'ya think folks?


I really like the idea, and it works! On Star already has this, but they have no monopoly on it. You could definitely create your own and market it.

  

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tmastersonTue Oct-03-06 05:03 AM
 
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This already exists. Google text is a great service, and its free. (and its google). I would look elsewher

  

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