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The Digital Twin City: How Matterport is Transforming Local Government We recently featured a case study on how our client ANI Group has been using Matterport to help the town of Abergavenny become more accessible. There are so many benefits for local government in digitising their estates, and in this article we explore how they can make managing the built world easier and more efficient.  1. Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness This is perhaps the most critical use case for local authorities. Digital twins provide first responders with "pre-incident" situational awareness.   Tactical Planning: Police and fire services can use...

Laser Scanners vs. Total Stations: Which One’s Right for You? In the fast-evolving world of surveying and construction, choosing the right equipment can make or break your project. Two of the most powerful tools in the modern surveyor’s arsenal are laser scanners and total stations — but which one is best suited to your needs? Whether you're mapping a complex structure, conducting topographic surveys, or capturing 3D data for BIM workflows, understanding the strengths and limitations of each tool is essential. What Is a Total Station? A total station is a versatile instrument that combines an electronic theodolite with an...

Bracing for the Future: Diving into Matterport's 2025 Winter Release Matterport has long been a leader in digital twin technology, and their recent 2025 Winter Release is proving they're not content to rest on their laurels. Instead, they're pushing the boundaries of what's possible, offering a suite of updates that promise to revolutionize how we interact with and utilize digital spaces. While specific details are always subject to change as releases finalize and roll out, here's a breakdown of the key areas Matterport is focusing on, based on recent announcements and industry insights: For Real Estate Marketing: Premium Listings for...

Surveytech has come to the attention of an online publication showcasing prominent industry figures. You can read all about our Managing Director, Matt, and his journey in creating a place to get the best possible surveying technology available. https://www.unrealinternet.com/rockstars/founder-portraits/the-founder-series-5-uk-ecom-minds-to-know-this-october

Bailey Civils are an established Civil Engineering contractor based in the West Midlands. They work for a variety of clients: Local Authority, Defence, Commercial and Domestic with a multitude of projects that really showcase their ability to tackle any technical challenge. Investment in Efficiency The majestic blue Kobelco excavator of Bailey Civils will be familiar to anyone who attended the Plantworx exhibition as it was a feature on the Kobelco stand as a great example of how technology can be used to increase efficiencies. To make sure this machine could reach the peak of productivity, it was kitted out with the latest...