Using Reality Capture to Increase Customer Satisfaction Through Higher Quality Deliverables in Civil Projects
The power of reality capture comes from the highly accurate measurements that high-definition laser scanners and aerial photogrammetry can provide. For civil engineering and infrastructure projects, where precision is critical and site conditions can be complex, this technology is a game changer.
Take Swinerton, a multi-billion-dollar, full-service national commercial construction company. After shifting from manually measuring spaces to capturing existing conditions with a laser scanner, they saw a dramatic improvement in their workflows and outcomes.
According to Matt Zwetzig, Swinerton’s VD&C Manager:
“Measurements were captured in a fraction of the time, teams knew they were working with accurate information, plans were created faster, correct parts were ordered the first time, and the parts fit as expected.”
For civil teams working on roads, bridges, utilities, or land development, these same benefits apply. Capturing precise topography, structures, and infrastructure conditions early in the process leads to more accurate designs and fewer surprises during construction.
Reality capture data can be imported directly into Civil 3D, CAD, or Revit workflows, giving teams the ability to design in the context of actual site conditions. This reduces rework and change orders, helping projects stay on time and on budget. And when that happens, customer satisfaction naturally increases.
Clients notice when things go smoothly. And satisfied customers are more likely to bring repeat business, refer your firm to others, and become long-term partners. Reality capture is one of the tools that helps make that possible by delivering higher quality outcomes from the start.
At IMAGINiT, we’ve helped countless civil firms incorporate reality capture into their workflows. From proof of concept and strategic planning to training and implementation, our team is here to make sure you get the right technology, the right support, and the right results.
If you’re looking to improve the quality and efficiency of your deliverables and create a better experience for your clients, let’s talk. We’d love to learn more about your projects and how reality capture could help.
