Monday, November 30, 2009

PCI Geomatics Recognized for Education Support

Throughout the years, PCI Geomatics has supported several colleges, universities and training facilities and remains committed to supporting educational institutions and initiatives that aim to foster the development of technology. The University of Regina has recently unveiled a donor wall to thank those who have provided support to the school; PCI Geomatics is recognized on the touch screen display found in the Hager and North Investment Management Ltd. Atrium.

Friday, November 27, 2009

GIS Day 2009

Carleton University

Shawn Melamed – Application Specialist/QA at PCI Geomatics

On November 18th I represented PCI Geomatics at Carleton University’s 2009 GIS Day event. I was joined by a diverse group of vendors, representing many different facets of the geospatial industry. The focal point of the day, however, belonged to Atlas Canada when they announced the release of their newly updated 1:4,000,000 scale reference map of Canada. The very first commercial copy of this map was presented to Carleton University in a brief ceremony covered by CBC.

Other peripheral activities included: A geo-caching treasure hunt, a student mapping contest and a job fair. Students and exhibitors learned about each other’s GIS endeavors through the Exhibitor Trade Show, which provided an open and casual forum for students to speak with GIS professionals and learn about real-world applications and career opportunities.

The PCI Geomatics booth was frequently surrounded by interested students from Carleton University and a local high school. The curiosity of the high school groups centered on learning the basic uses of remote sensing and how it impacts the real-world. Students from Carleton were interested in better understanding about how PCI and companies alike leverage the skills and knowledge of trained geospatial professionals.

Carleton did an exceptional job hosting GIS Day and we look forward to attending it next year!

University of Ottawa

Doug Stiff - Application Specialist at PCI Geomatics

This year PCI Geomatics attended GIS day at the University of Ottawa. We were pleased to be invited and got the feeling that the day is not just for GIS anymore, but is beginning to encompass the entire field of Geomatics. The vendor and professionals booths were split about 50/50 with GIS and Remote Sensing each having a strong showing.

The day was a lot of fun as we got to meet both faculty and students that have been using Geomatica and discuss with them some of the new features that we have implemented. The Introductory and Advanced Geomatics classes at the university had the opportunity to present some of their posters and it was nice to see the variety of work that was being done with the use of Geomatica 10.

Of particular interest to both university and high school students was the Career Panel Discussion with GIS representatives including Kevin Jones, Director of Marketing and Product Management from PCI Geomatics.

We look forward to taking part in GIS day next year to interact with students and get them excited about Remote Sensing!

To view photos and videos from the University of Ottawa, please visit www.gisday.uottawa.ca/photos.html



Doug Stiff at the University of Ottawa


Kevin Jones (far right) on the discussion
panel at the University of Ottawa



GIS Day at Carleton University


Kevin Jones and Doug Stiff at the
University of Ottawa



Shawn Melamed at Carleton University

Thursday, November 26, 2009

PCI Geomatics Announces the Availability of SPW Version 2.2

Version 2.2 of the SAR Polarimetry Workstation (SPW) includes the SAR Polarimetry Target Analysis application and associated libraries, compatible with Geomatica Version 10.3. The SAR Polarimetry functions were distributed as part of the Geomatica 10.3 release.

For more information, please contact sales@pcigeomatics.com.

GeoTec Event: The Premier Canadian Geospatial Conference

April 13-15, 2010
The Markham Hilton Suites and Conference Centre
Toronto, Canada

The GeoTec Event attracts decision makers searching for the latest products and technologies to help them take their companies to the next level. Keeping pace with developments in the geomatics industry, the conference and concurrent tradeshow attract senior-level attendees representing business, academia and all government levels.

Join Kevin Jones, Director of Marketing and Product Management at PCI Geomatics and member of the GeoTec Steering Committee in Toronto.

About the Conference

GeoTec is largely considered a business-practices event rather than an academic conference, and it offers a wide range of topical presentations. The GeoTec program focuses on developing efficiencies in technology application and encourages papers that describe full implementations of cutting-edge technologies.

GeoTec is running four consecutive tracks: data, emerging technologies, executive decision support and interoperability. There will be more than 70 presentations as part of the regular program as well as two panel discussions with senior-level executives as participants.

GeoTec also holds a concurrent exhibition that showcases the latest developments in the field, where attendees can talk directly to experts and obtain hands-on experience with the latest products.

For questions dealing with the program, please contact Kathleen Hastings; khastings@geoplace.com, Tel: 1-225-218-9025. To download the abstract submission form, click HERE or visit the Web at www.geotecevent.com.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

PCI Geomatics Recognized for Exemplary Contribution to the Growth of the Canadian ICT Sector

Richmond Hill, Ontario – November 17, 2009: PCI Geomatics, a world leading developer of geo-imaging software and systems, is pleased to announce its support for the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC), a not-for-profit sector council that creates a diverse and highly educated Canadian ICT industry.

ICTC pushes for innovations that will provide standards, labour market intelligence, career pathways and immigration initiatives for the Canadian ICT industry, educators and governments forging partnerships that will help develop the quantity and quality of ICT professionals needed to maintain and improve Canada’s position as a leader in the global marketplace.

PCI Geomatics supports this initiative through taking part in ICTC's Career Focus Program, a project that creates a work experience to help IT employers hire recent graduates.

"PCI Geomatics has played an integral role in providing valuable mentoring and training opportunities to our youth," said Paul D. Swinwood, President, Information and Communications Technology Council. "PCI has been an important partner that has contributed greatly to the success and longevity of the program."

"PCI Geomatics is committed to fostering the development of the technology community and is delighted to support programs such as the Career Focus Program," said Lynn Brown-Harper, Vice President of Operations at PCI Geomatics.

For additional information on ICTC initiatives, visit www.ictc-ctic.ca/en/content.aspx?id=98

About PCI Geomatics

PCI Geomatics is a world leading developer of software and systems for geo-imaging solutions. 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 software systems address a wide variety of industry applications including the environment, agriculture, security and intelligence, aerospace & defense, and satellite receiving stations. We have the expertise and know-how to turn images into useful information.

For more information, visit www.pcigeomatics.com.

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Press Contact
Alysia Vetter
Marketing Manager
Tel: 819-770-0022, Ext. 233
Fax: 819-770-0098
Email: vetter@pcigeomatics.com
Web: www.pcigeomatics.com

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

PCI Geomatics Software Assists with European Security and Emergency Management

Richmond Hill, Ontario – November 12, 2009: PCI Geomatics, a world leading developer of geo-imaging software and systems, is pleased to announce that the National Survey and Cadastre in Denmark (KMS), has selected GeoConference software to assist with the planning, monitoring and coordination of land security and environmental activities.

GeoConference is a live geospatial meeting system that operates via the internet, and allows users to share maps, imagery and data simultaneously and interactively in real-time. KMS has used and evaluated GeoConference for exercises related to oil spills at sea as well as security events that involved multiple agencies within Denmark.

The National Survey and Cadastre's vision is to provide Denmark's public sector, private companies and general public with accurate and updated geographic information about the territories and waters of Denmark, Greenland and the Faroe Islands. Since 2002, the National Survey and Cadastre has been responsible for Denmark's national geographic infrastructure. The country is moving towards the implementation of a broad eGovernment strategy in which geodata will serve a central role.

"GeoConference has enabled Danish authorities to cooperate across agency borders without having to change the way they work or replace their existing management solutions," said Nils Erik Jørgensen, head of TerraNor in Norway, and PCI Geomatics Reseller Partner responsible for European marketing of GeoConference. "The different agencies are able to proceed with work as usual. GeoConference offers a very cost effective and time effective cooperation tool with a minimal investment."

"GeoConference allows KMS to provide to Danish organizations a geospatial, real-time communication infrastructure that facilitates team coordination and response amongst numerous agencies involved with security and emergency situations," said Yves Carbonneau, Chief Product Specialist at PCI Geomatics. "Through the web conferencing capabilities, decision makers can immediately share the common operational picture and be made aware of the situation – regardless as to where they are located."

For more information on The National Survey and Cadastre, visit www.kms.dk/english.

For additional information on GeoConference, visit www.pcigeomatics.com/geoconference.

About PCI Geomatics

PCI Geomatics is a world leading developer of software and systems for geo-imaging solutions. 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 software systems address a wide variety of industry applications including the environment, agriculture, security and intelligence, aerospace & defense, and satellite receiving stations. We have the expertise and know-how to turn images into useful information.

For more information, visit www.pcigeomatics.com.

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Press Contact
Alysia Vetter
Marketing Manager
Tel: 819-770-0022, Ext. 233
Fax: 819-770-0098
Email: vetter@pcigeomatics.com
Web: www.pcigeomatics.com

Monday, November 9, 2009

Exclusive Product Feature: Geomatica® is the only geo-imaging tool available on LINUX. Learn more! www.pcigeomatics.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=41&Itemid=4

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

GeoInformatics Magazine

Extra extra! Read the October/November 2009 GeoInformatics magazine article "RapidEye - Automated High-Speed High-Accuracy Orthorectification and Mosaicking" - co-written by Dr. Philip Cheng, Senior Scientist at PCI Geomatics.

www.pcigeomatics.com/pdfs/RapidEye.pdf

Monday, November 2, 2009

Geomatica 10.3 is here! This major release now includes imaging tools for GIS!

PCI Geomatics Introduces New Version of Geomatica Software with Imaging Tools for GIS

Richmond Hill, Ontario – November 3, 2009: PCI Geomatics, a world leading developer of geo-imaging software and systems, today announced the availability of Geomatica® 10.3, the latest version of its image-centric desktop software, which now includes imaging tools for GIS.


Geomatica is PCI Geomatics’ complete set of software for remote sensing, digital photogrammetry, raster spatial analysis, mosaicking and automated production workflows. Version 10.3 includes support for ESRI® ArcGIS® Server Image Extension, as well as multi-sensor support through OrthoEngine for ArcGIS users. These users can now rely upon PCI’s OrthoEngine technology to accurately and efficiently correct raw satellite imagery, opening new doors for the integration of remotely sensed imagery into GIS workflows.

"With over 27 years of experience in building image processing software, PCI has established itself as the imagery experts," said Peter Hazlett, Product Manager for Geomatica at PCI Geomatics. "With the release of Geomatica 10.3, PCI presents to GIS users, capabilities and functionality not previously available."

Other enhancements to Geomatica 10.3 include improved manual mosaicking, which has been completely redesigned, as well as the addition of algorithms to create full AirPhoto orthorectification workflows within the Visual Modeler environment.

For more information on Geomatica 10.3, please visit: www.pcigeomatics.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5&Itemid=4

About PCI Geomatics:

PCI Geomatics is a world leading developer of hardware/software systems for geo-imaging solutions. 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. We have the expertise and know-how to turn images into useful information.

For more information, visit www.pcigeomatics.com.

Press Contact
Alysia Vetter
Marketing Manager
Tel: 819-770-0022, Ext. 233
Fax: 819-770-0098
Email: vetter@pcigeomatics.com
Web: www.pcigeomatics.com