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PCI Geomatics

PCI Geomatics is a world leading developer of hardware/software systems for geo-imaging applications. Since 1982, we have specialized in remote sensing, digital photogrammetry, spatial analysis, cartographic production, automated production systems, image management and on demand mapping solutions. PCI Geomatics’ advanced hardware/software systems address a wide variety of industry applications including the environment, agriculture, security and intelligence, aerospace & defense, and satellite receiving stations. PCI has the expertise and know-how to turn images into useful information.

Our flagship software Geomatica® gives users the necessary tools to address a wide variety of industry applications including sustainable agriculture, wetlands, carbon management, public security, disaster management and more. No other Geomatics software solution has the built-in capabilities to support an organization's geospatial data processing needs. Geomatica breaks down the conventional divisions in traditional remote sensing, GIS, photogrammetry, cartography, web and development tools. All of these are offered in a single integrated environment, meaning fewer errors, less wasted time, and greater productivity.

Through our GeomaticaX technology, PCI presents a series of geoimaging solutions designed to address the geospatial industry’s needs for automated image pre-processing. GeomaticaX is the extension of PCI’s desktop software made available as pluggable functions. It is comprised of an extensive list of software functions or components used for building workflows which can be linked together in unassisted processing chains to produce fully automated image and information products. ProLines are an extension of GeomaticaX and are workflows that enable the automation of repetitive time-consuming tasks.

PCI Geomatics also offers GeoCapacity – Maps on demand! Near real-time mapping for disaster management, public safety, crop yield forecasting, topographic mapping and image maps. A GeoCapacity Information System is a spatial information production system powered by automation technology, aimed at helping users make intelligent decisions based on specific information needs.

PCI Geomatics is a privately held Canadian Corporation headquartered in Toronto with additional facilities in the National Capital Region (Gatineau, QC), the US National Capital Region (Arlington, VA), Redlands, CA, Edinburgh, Scotland, India and China. PCI Geomatics software products and solutions are distributed through a direct sales force, international resellers, and third party partners.

Contact Information

Website: http://www.pcigeomatics.com.
Email Address: info@pcigeomatics.com
Phone: 905-764-0614
Fax: 905-764-9604
Address: 50 West Wilmot Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 1M5, CANADA

Press Releases

January 15th, 2013 - PCI Geomatics Renews and Expands its Exclusive Distribution Agreement with China’s Beijing Space Eye Innovation Company (BSEI)

November 2nd, 2012 - PCI Geomatics releases Linux versions of Geomatica 2013

October 19th, 2012 - PCI Geomatics releases Geomatica 2013

October 3rd, 2012 - PCI Geomatics releases Geomatica 2013

July 25th, 2012 - PCI Geomatics releases Geomatica 2012 Service Pack 3

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