Businesses can bring Google Maps' Street View technology direct to their site by using the API, as well as using it in their day to work. Here are some of our top tips for how businesses can benefit from Street View

• Promote your business by embedding a Street View image on your website and make it easier for customers to find you.

• Real estate agent or property developer, use the Street View API to show prospective buyers or tenants available properties.

• Publishers and journalists can embed Street View images on their websites to show the location of news events.

• Help overseas and domestic tourists plan itineraries by showing them famous landmarks and lesser known secrets.

• Scout for new office locations from the comfort of your chair.

• Check the location of customer and client offices before leaving your desk.

• Evaluate locations for marketing campaigns, film shoots or product launches.

• Help new employees by showing them your office location, where to park, or the nearest bus or train stop.

• Architects and local Councils can get a feel for the style of particular areas to help with town planning.

• Emergency services personnel - fire, police, ambulance - can view exact locations before arriving.

• Schools can incorporate Street View into geography or history lessons.