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Project Geospatial is a web series and blog dedicated to increasing awareness of Geospatial Technology, industry best practices, and GIS resources. We are made up of passionate and experienced geospatial enthusiasts with a combined 35 years of expertise in the industry. The current members consists…

Adam Simmons


    • Feb 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Decoding Geo: The Civil Applications Committee | Special Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 17:14


    The segment provides a broad understanding of theCivil Applications Committee (CAC), which serves as a crucial link between different sectors to facilitate the use of advanced technologies for various public benefits. It highlights the CAC's role inenabling federal civil agencies to access and utilize remote sensing data and capabilities from theIntelligence Community (IC) and theDepartment of Defense (DoD), as well as commercial sources, for civil applications such as disaster relief and management.This episode and more can be found at www.projectgeospatial.org.

    Decoding Geo: USGS Landsat Year in Review | Special Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 29:13


    In this episode, Project Geospatial explores the USGS Landsat year in review. Landsat, a satellite program capturing Earth images for over 50 years, is invaluable for monitoring environmental changes and managing resources. The program's recent report highlights its worth at $25.6 billion, showcasing its significant real-world benefits, such as improving flood mapping for farmers, saving millions in wildfire restoration, and enhancing water quality monitoring. With the upcoming Landsat Next mission, featuring advanced sensors and expanded capabilities, the potential for breakthroughs in research and economic value is enormous. The program's legacy, including the retirement of Landsat 7, emphasizes the importance of accessible data for global collaboration and diverse applications. #Landsat #EarthObservation #SatelliteData #EnvironmentalMonitoring #ClimateChange #WaterResources #WildfireManagement #OpenData #USGS #AgriculturalMonitoring #GlobalCollaboration #SpaceTechnology #LandsatNext #EconomicValue #PublicHealth

    Decoding Geo: Geography 2050 Recap | Special Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 22:55


    Summary The Geography 2050 Symposium highlighted significant themes surrounding climate change, conflict, human mobility, technology, and collaboration. Experts gathered to discuss the complexities of climate as a “threat multiplier” and its impact on migration and societal issues. Highlights

    Decoding Geo: FedGeoDay 2024 Recap | Special Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 16:06


    Project Geospatial presents an AI experiment aggregating and analyzing our content captured from FedGeoDay 2024. Not all content is covered but this definitely covers the highlights and major themes of the conference. Get ready for a deep dive into a recap pf key discussions and innovative ideas presented at FedGeoDay 2024! This recap podcast explores the major themes, from the modernization of geospatial workflows to the impact of AI and machine learning. Key topics covered include: * Open Source Solutions: Discover how open source software and data are becoming critical infrastructure within the government. Learn about the challenges and opportunities of using open source geospatial data for decision-making. * Data Modernization: Understand how agencies are moving beyond traditional GIS systems to embrace database-centric approaches. Hear discussions around cloud-native geospatial data and the importance of interoperability. * AI and Remote Sensing: Explore the role of federal agencies in the growth of AI, including the development of training datasets and ethical considerations. Learn about how AI is being applied to geospatial problems and the challenges of using AI-generated data. * Digital Twins: Gain insights into the concept of digital twins and how they are revolutionizing data production and focusing on process rather than products. Understand the importance of forecasting and modeling capabilities. * Authoritative Data: Delve into the complexities of defining and using authoritative data, as well as the need for semantic layers and ontologies. Discuss the balance between data security and accessibility. * National Spatial Reference System: Learn about the modernization of the NSRS by NOAA's National Geodetic Survey, and how it will improve accuracy and consistency in geospatial data. * Geospatial Data and Policy: Discover the legal and policy issues facing the geospatial community and the need for updated job descriptions. Hear about the efforts to promote open data and address data security concerns. Be sure to check out the coverage of FedGeoDay on you website: https://projectgeospatial.org/coverage/fedgeoday-2024

    Decoding Geo: FOSS4G NA 2024 Recap | Special Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 29:02


    Summary The video recaps the 2024 FOSS4G North America event, highlighting key discussions and innovations in open-source geospatial technology. Highlights Overview of the FOSS4G NA event, focusing on open-source geospatial advancements. Insightful discussions on collaborative projects and community contributions. Presentations from industry leaders and experts in geospatial technology. Networking opportunities that fostered connections among participants. Emphasis on future trends and challenges in the open-source geospatial sector. Keywords #FOSS4G #geospatial #technology #open-source #community #innovation

    Decoding Geo: GEOINT 2024 Recap | Special Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 14:46


    Here's a podcast description for our GEOINT 2024 recap episode, highlighting major themes from the conference. This is an AI podcast experiment aggregating our content helping analyze and bring focus on what's important. Tune in and listen in. Join us for a deep dive into the highlights of the GEOINT 2024 Symposium! This year's conference in Orlando, Florida, was packed with exciting developments, and we're here to break down the key themes and trends that emerged. We'll explore how the geospatial intelligence community is evolving, discussing everything from cutting-edge technologies to the expanding role of commercial partnerships. In this episode, we'll cover: * The Proliferation of Satellites and Data: The sheer number of satellites being launched, including small sats with impressive capabilities, is revolutionizing GEOINT. We'll discuss the implications of this increased access to imagery, the variety of sensors, and how it impacts different markets. * The Rise of AI and Machine Learning: Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are no longer just buzzwords. They're critical for analyzing the vast amounts of data being generated. We'll explore how these technologies are being used in areas such as cloud removal from imagery, object detection, and identifying lithium mines. We'll also examine how the industry is tackling the challenge of labeling data to build reliable AI tools. * The Importance of Open Data and Standards: The need for open data and interoperability was a major topic of conversation. We will discuss the importance of machine-readable data, ethical considerations, and the efforts of organizations like the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) in setting standards. * Commercial Partnerships and Innovation: The increasing role of commercial companies and their innovative solutions was clear. We'll touch on how these partnerships are driving progress and what it means for the future of the industry. This includes discussions of commercial providers like Albedo, Astera, Capella Space, Maxar, and Pixxel. * Cybersecurity and Data Protection: With the increase in data and reliance on technology, security is paramount. We'll discuss the need to safeguard data, address potential cyber threats, and explore strategies for managing risk in a complex environment. * Workforce Development and Data Literacy: There's a growing need to train analysts and other professionals to effectively use the available data and tools. We'll touch on initiatives to increase data literacy, as well as the critical role of coaching to optimize personnel. * The Expansion of GEOINT Applications: GEOINT is expanding beyond its traditional defense and intelligence applications into a variety of sectors including agriculture, energy, disaster response, and financial services. We'll look at some of these non-traditional areas where geospatial data is making an impact.

    Industry Limelight | Eagleview - A Conversation with CEO Piers Dormeyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 17:37


    From above the clouds to boots on the ground, how is geospatial technology revolutionizing disaster response and recovery? In this episode of Project Geospatial's Industry Limelight, we sit down with Piers Dormeyer, CEO of EagleView, a leader in geospatial technology that's changing the way we understand and interact with the world around us. Piers, a passionate technologist with a track record of building successful businesses and driving impactful outcomes, brings his unique perspective honed from his engineering background at the University of Florida to his MBA from MIT Sloan. More importantly, he understands the human element driving technological advancement, emphasizing the importance of purpose, performance, and the people behind the innovations. EagleView, boasting an impressive portfolio of over 300 patents and a vast imagery library covering 94% of the U.S. population, is at the forefront of utilizing geospatial data to transform industries. But nowhere is their impact more tangible than in the wake of natural disasters. In this episode, we'll delve into:

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Interactive Analysis & Visualization of Geospatial Data with Leafmap - Qiusheng Wu

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 27:23


    Qiusheng Wu's presentation on Leafmap at FOSS4G NA 2024 highlights its capabilities for interactive geospatial data visualization using Python. Leafmap simplifies data access and mapping tasks, making it ideal for users at all skill levels. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Applying Large Language Models to Geospatial Search and Analysis - Jason Gilman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 24:47


    Jason Gilman from Element 84 discusses the integration of large language models (LLMs) with geospatial data to enhance search and analysis capabilities in his talk at FOSS4G NA 2024. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Tracking Detected Vessels at Sea from USVs - Jonathan Mason & Jian Wu

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 26:33


    The presentation by Jonathan Mason and Jian Wu discusses the use of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), specifically sail drones, for tracking vessels at sea. It highlights the unique challenges of ocean exploration and monitoring, and how sail drones, powered by wind and solar energy, enable efficient data collection for various applications including maritime domain awareness. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Optimized Geospatial Indexing for Hybrid Search and GeoAI - Nicholas Knize

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 31:23


    Nicholas Knize discusses optimizing geospatial indexing and hybrid search using advanced data structures within the Lucene framework at FOSS4G NA 2024. He emphasizes reducing cloud infrastructure waste and improving geospatial data processing efficiency. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Geospatial Radar Report 2024 - Lauren Frederic

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 22:51


    Lauren Frederick, CTO at Element 84, discusses the launch of the 2024 Geospatial Tech Radar, highlighting its evolution and the growing influence of AI in geospatial technology. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Keynote - Brian Monheiser

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 25:06


    Brian Monheiser emphasizes the importance of relationships in the geospatial community during the FOSS4G NA 2024 keynote. He reflects on personal experiences and professional journeys that shaped his career, underlining how connections contribute to individual growth and industry development. Highlights

    FOSS4G - Blazing Fast Geospatial SQL in DuckDB - Isaac Brodsky

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 26:43


    Isaac Brodsky discusses the integration of H3, an open-source hierarchical hexagonal grid system, with DuckDB, an analytical SQL database, to enhance geospatial data analysis. This combination enables efficient querying and manipulation of diverse datasets in real-time. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Speeding Up Raster/Vector Zonal Analysis with exactextract - Dan Baston

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 24:23


    Dan Baston presents “exactextract,” a library designed for efficient raster/vector zonal statistics analysis. This tool accurately transfers information from raster datasets to vector datasets, addressing limitations in existing methods. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - STAC for Public EO Data - Matthew Hanson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 27:09


    Matthew Hanson discusses recent updates and challenges surrounding the SpatioTemporal Asset Catalog (STAC) at the FOSS4G NA 2024 conference, emphasizing its open-source ecosystem and the importance of data extensions. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Build vs Buy vs Open Source - Dan Pilone

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 27:34


    Dan Pilone discusses the complexities of choosing between building, buying, or adopting open-source software, particularly in the geospatial software development context. He emphasizes the importance of decision-making criteria to mitigate risks and enhance project success rates. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Bringing Geospatial Awareness to LLMs Using Open-Source Software - Nathan McEachen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 28:56


    Nathan McEachen discusses the integration of geospatial awareness into large language models (LLMs) through open-source software, emphasizing the importance of interoperability and knowledge-sharing in addressing complex societal issues. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Maps as Art Using FOSS - Tracy Homer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 23:38


    Tracy Homer discusses the intersection of open-source mapping and art in her presentation, showcasing various artistic map projects she has completed using open-source tools and technologies. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Web based NWS Guidance Data Displays Using FOSS4G - David Miller & Kevin McGrath

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 29:02


    David Miller and Kevin McGrath discuss advancements in web-based National Weather Service (NWS) guidance data displays using FOSS4G technologies. They highlight the evolution of their web mapping tools, focusing on improved interactivity and data accessibility. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - NASA GIBS and Worldview: Enabling Open Exploration of our World - Matthew Graber

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 27:10


    The talk presents the Overture Map Foundation, a collaborative initiative aimed at creating reliable and interoperable open map data. The foundation seeks to streamline map data management and provides a unified approach to geographic features through a Global Entity Reference System (GERS). Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Serving Earth Observation Data with GeoServer - Andrea Aime

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 21:57


    Andrea Aime discusses how GeoServer facilitates the serving of Earth observation data, focusing on capabilities like cataloging, filtering, and image mosaicking from satellite data. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Maptivism: How GIS Takes Down Bad Guys and Preserves Truth - Jenna Dolecek

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 22:02


    Jenna Dolecek discusses the vital role of open GIS data in investigating human rights violations, presenting projects that leverage geospatial analysis to track detention facilities in Tibet and document the destruction of villages in Myanmar. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Embed All The Things: The Promise Of Geospatial Vector Embeddings - Adeel Hassan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 23:56


    Adeel Hassan discusses the significance of geospatial vector embeddings derived from imagery, highlighting their potential in the geospatial domain through open-source models and tools. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - B2B Keynote - Jim McKelvey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 18:32


    The FOSS4G NA B2B social brings together open-source leaders from government and industry to network, discuss industry trends, and form partnerships. B2B fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and new business opportunities, aiming to strengthen industry connections and drive growth for participating companies. The mission of B2B is to facilitate networking and interpersonal connections that carry collaboration beyond the FOSS4G NA event and will include attendees from both industry and government. This year's event was hosted by Greater St. Louis, featured a keynote from Square Co-Founder and Author Jim McKelvey.

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Postgres and PostGIS Ops Management - Elizabeth Christensen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 22:45


    Elizabeth Christensen discusses effective management of Postgres and PostGIS databases, focusing on operations, resource management, and the importance of indexing. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Scraping GeoSpatial Data from Web Maps - Peter Herman & Carina Hoyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 20:05


    Peter Herman and Karina Hoyer discuss beginner-friendly methods for scraping geospatial data from web maps, including techniques using R and Google Sheets. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Overture Map Data: What, Why, & How - Steven Pousty & Jennings Anderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 25:05


    The talk presents the Overture Map Foundation, a collaborative initiative aimed at creating reliable and interoperable open map data. The foundation seeks to streamline map data management and provides a unified approach to geographic features through a Global Entity Reference System (GERS). Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Searching the Spatial Data Lake: Bring GeoParquet to Apache Lucene - Wes Richardet

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 25:32


    Wes Richardet's talk at FOSS4G NA 2024 focuses on improving search capabilities within spatial data lakes using GeoParquet and Apache Lucene. He discusses the evolution of data storage, the need for efficient search solutions, and the integration of different technologies to enhance performance. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - My Talk is Just Beach Remote Sensing - Michele Tobias

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 25:36


    Michele Tobias shares insights on using publicly available data for remote sensing of sandy beaches, emphasizing the challenges of traditional data collection methods and the potential of open-source tools. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Your API is Not Enough: Delivering Data the Last Mile - Alex Mandel

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 31:01


    Alex Mandel discusses the challenges in geospatial data exchange, emphasizing the importance of effective data delivery and accessibility. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Leveraging FOSS to Develop OSINT Visual Analytics Framework - Matthew Whitehead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 23:35


    Matthew Whitehead discusses leveraging open-source software (FOSS) to create an Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) visualization and analytics framework. The framework aims to analyze publicly available data for decision-making and threat assessment. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Raster Visualizations Leveraging STAC Standards - Chuck Daniels & Hanbyul Jo

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 28:04


    The presentation discusses the development and integration of a render extension for STAC metadata standards to enhance raster visualizations for Earth data science. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - AI Wrangling in the Early 21st Century - Mark Mathis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 20:01


    Mark Mathis discusses the integration of artificial intelligence with geospatial data, showcasing tools and techniques to enhance data accessibility and usability. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Keynote - Michael Byrne

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 35:52


    Michael Byrne's keynote at FOSS4G NA 2024 emphasized the interconnection between broadband investment and geospatial development. He highlighted the importance of public policy and funding in fostering these ecosystems, particularly in the context of the U.S. government's role. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Keynote - Nadine Alameh, PhD

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 47:56


    Nadine Alameh, PhD, delivered an insightful keynote at FOSS4G NA 2024, emphasizing the importance of open-source geospatial technologies in addressing contemporary challenges. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Open Source in US Census Bureau Geographic Update Applications - Emily Vratarich

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 29:27


    The presentation discusses the Geographic Update Partnership Software (GUPS) used by the U.S. Census Bureau, which leverages open-source tools to streamline geospatial data updates. The software, developed on QGIS since 2015, enhances collaboration with local governments, allowing automated and manual updates of geographic features. A demo showcases user-friendly tools for boundary adjustments, aiming to replace traditional paper methods. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Building a React Component Library for Geospatial Web Map Apps - Joe Burkinshaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 26:36


    Joe Burkinshaw discusses the development of a React component library aimed at enhancing user interfaces for geospatial web applications. He emphasizes the challenges of repetitive coding and the need for modular, reusable components to streamline development. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Geospatial Analytics with GeoParquet and Parquet - Rekha Khandhadia

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 22:32


    Rekha Khandhadia presents a comprehensive overview of geospatial analytics using GeoParquet and discusses challenges in traditional GIS data pipelines, while introducing the Crunchy Bridge analytics platform for enhanced data integration and efficiency. Highlights

    FOSS4G NA 2024 - Mapillary: An Open Platform for Street Level Imagery - Edoardo Neerhut

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 29:22


    Eduardo Neerhut discusses Mapillary, a collaborative street-level imagery platform, highlighting its extensive data collection and innovative applications for mapping and urban planning. Highlights

    GEOINT 2024 - Panel: IC Cloud Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 50:03


    At the GEOINT 2024 panel on IC Cloud Strategies, panelists dive into the world of cloud strategies within the Intelligence Community. With the rapid advancements in technology, the IC is constantly evolving to keep up with the changing landscape of data storage and analysis. The panel of experts discusses the importance of cloud computing in the IC, the challenges they face in implementing cloud strategies, and the potential benefits that these strategies can bring to their operations. They also explore how the IC is adapting to ensure the security and privacy of sensitive information in the cloud. For more content like this check out www.projectgeospatial.com. #STEM #cloudcomputing #cloudplatform #Strategies#RemoteSensing #GIS #IC

    GEOINT 2024 - Unseenlabs | Clément Galic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 5:47


    Clément Galic, CEO and co-founder of Unseenlabs, a satellite operator company, discusses their focus on maritime domain awareness using their own satellites. They are able to locate ships and vessels even without beacons, making them effective against dark activities.

    GEOINT 2024 - Terry Busch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 18:29


    Terry Busch, a legend in the geospatial industry, started as a military geographer and played a significant role in bringing maps to the internet. He was instrumental in building interactive web mapping services and web feature services, which led to the revolution of online mapping. He also recognized the power of social media data and its ability to provide real-time insights on world events. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of analytical tools and the need for improvement in scalability and AI analysis. In the next five years, he envisions advanced analytics and data science playing a larger role in providing global insights. Busch also highlighted the significance of archive data and preserving tradecraft knowledge.

    GEOINT 2024 - TekSynap | Susan Case

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 9:11


    TekSynap is focused on growth and collaboration in the geospatial space. They have TekXLerate Lab for creating proof of concepts for government customers. They have developed a platform called Arta to address data synthesis challenges and provide a user-friendly interface. They are also working on a solution called Tech Factory to help customers migrate pilots to different cloud environments.

    GEOINT 2024 - Survtech Solutions | David O'Brien

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 7:05


    David O'Brien, the founder of Survtech Solutions, discusses the company's growth and expansion in the geospatial industry. He highlights the addition of an Enterprise level GIS Department and the use of helicopter-based data collection for power line mapping. Survtech Solutions also specializes in precise measurement and mapping in various environments.

    GEOINT 2024 - SI Analytics | Taegyun Jeon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 6:41


    SI Analytics is a company that specializes in geospatial intelligence and AI capabilities. They have a strong platform for monitoring territories. Their products include enhancement imagery resolution and AI models for image analysis.

    GEOINT 2024 - CAP | Scott Kaplan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 14:46


    Scott Kaplan discusses the significance of the Civil Air Patrol's geospatial mission in providing real-world damage assessments during natural disasters. He highlights the organization's extensive volunteer efforts and their role in supporting FEMA. Kaplan also mentions the growth of the national geospatial program within the Civil Air Patrol and its potential to provide career opportunities in the geospatial field for cadets.

    GEOINT 2024 - Pixxel | Skip Maselli

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 15:25


    Skip Maselli, an experienced professional in the geospatial industry, discusses his background and his role at Pixxel, a company focused on building hyperspectral satellite constellations. He highlights the unique capabilities of Pixxel's satellites and the value of hyperspectral imaging in various applications.

    GEOINT 2024 - Enabled Intelligence | Peter Kant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 9:25


    Enabled Intelligence, led by CEO Peter Kant, is a company that specializes in labeling and annotating high-quality data for AI development in the field of geospatial intelligence. They have a unique workforce that includes neuro-diverse individuals and military veterans. They also work with hyperspectral imagery and are expanding their data science capabilities.

    GEOINT 2024 - Orbital Sidekick | Tara Gattis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 9:10


    Tara Gattis is the Vice President of Government Affairs at Orbital Sidekick. She previously worked at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency for 20 years as an imagery analyst. Orbital Sidekick is a company that specializes in commercial hyperspectral remote sensing satellites. They have a constellation called Ghost, consisting of five satellites on orbit with another one launching next year. Ghost provides global hyperspectral observations with a resolution spectrum ranging from 400 nanometers to 2500 nanometers. The company offers analytics for industries such as oil and gas, mining, agriculture, and land use. They are also focused on sustainability and reducing pollution impact. Government customers can access their data and insights through partnerships and collaborations.

    GEOINT 2024 - Omni Federal | Ryan Phillips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 8:06


    Ryan Phillips, from Omni Federal, discusses the company's background and their transition from working with commercial companies to the government sector. He highlights their focus on user experience and gathering requirements directly from users. Omni Federal has a strong geospatial portfolio, working with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) on various projects. They have also developed a digital training platform called Digital University, which provides comprehensive training and tracks progress for government agencies. Omni Federal aims to inspire new talent in the geospatial industry by showcasing the various opportunities it offers.

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