Places is a comprehensive dataset that provides detailed listings of operational businesses worldwide. It is designed for accuracy and consistency, it includes key identifiers that enhance business location data, making it valuable across various sectors, including business intelligence, enterprise applications, and consumer analytics.
Key identifiers in the dataset include:
PlaceID: A unique identifier for each business location.ChainIDandGlobalChainID: Indicate whether a venue is part of a domestic or global business chain. If a venue is not part of a chain or if the status is unknown, these fields remain null.PreciselyID: A persistent reference for an address, ensuring stability without storing the full address string.ParentPreciselyID: PreciselyID of the parent address record, if applicable. Identifies the parent building for secondary addresses.
This product guide provides a detailed overview of Places, including its purpose, coverage, and schema. The dataset prioritizes stable business entity relationships over temporary connections, ensuring reliability even when business locations or addresses change. Additionally, it facilitates integration with other datasets, such as addresses, building polygons, and parcel property data, enhancing its value for spatial and business analytics.