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2025 is the Year of A.I. for Real Estate Photographers Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the real estate industry in 2025! Join Dan Smigrod's digital twin as he explores cutting-edge A.I. tools transforming the workflow of real estate photographers, agents, home sellers, and buyers. From automated image editing and virtual staging to predictive analytics and personalized property search, A.I. is reshaping the way we buy, sell, and market properties. Join the conversation at the We Get Around Network Forum! www.WeGetAroundNetworkForum.com
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Are you wondering how to:✓ How many days did it take to create a Matterport digital twin of the 400,000 SQ FT Kobe Convention Center?✓ What was the pricing strategy for such a super-large space?✓ In addition to Matterport, what other platforms, cameras and software were used for the Kobe Convention Center?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 at 5 pm ET on Wednesday, 18 December 2024, our guest is:✓ Meidansha Inc. President Daniel BrownOur topic is:✓ How to Create a Matterport Digital Twin of a 400,000 SQ FT Convention CenterDaniel will guide us through the complexities of documenting the Kobe Convention Center — a project that involved four large buildings, requiring unique problem-solving, multiple technologies, and strategic planning. He’ll demonstrate a deeper dive into the tour (than our previous WGAN-TV Live at 5 show), and share insights on the challenges and solutions involved in creating such a large-scale digital twin.Kobe Convention Center Tours by Meidansha Inc. President Daniel Brown1. Example Tours by Meidansha Inc. President Daniel Brown2. Kobe Convention Center (400,000 SQ FT) | Tour byhttps://virtualtour.productions/kobe_convention_center/kkc2024/index.htm3. Kobe Convention Center is a complex of 4 Large Buildings (Here is one of the buildings.)https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=HDSJBxoVgvu4. Kobe International Exhibition Hall 2 | Includes Scans from a Leica BLK360 G1https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=V1Tz56PTinoSome of the questions I will ask Daniel:1. Project Origin: How did this project come about?✓ How did you connect with the tourism board for this project?✓ Did they approach you or did you reach out to them?✓ How did you first understand the scale and scope of the project?2. Quoting and Pricing: How did you approach pricing for such a large project?✓ What was your pricing strategy for a project of this scale?✓ Did you charge a fixed fee, bill by the day, charge by the SQ FT?✓ How did you estimate the number of days or resources required for the project?3. Understanding the Client's Needs: What were the use cases for the digital twin?✓ How did the tourism board plan to use the digital twin of the Kobe Convention Center?✓ Was the goal primarily marketing, or were there operational uses as well?✓ Were there specific features they wanted to highlight in the tour?4. Tools and Technology: What software and hardware were used to create the digital twin?✓ Which cameras did you use? (e.g., Matterport Pro2, Leica BLK360, DSLR, 360 camera)✓ What software platforms did you use?✓ How did you decide which tools were best for the project’s requirements?5. Problem Solving: What challenges did you encounter with such a large space?✓ What were the unique challenges with scanning a 400,000 square foot space?✓ How did you manage large open spaces that may not have many visual reference points?✓ Were there any lighting challenges in different parts of the convention center?✓ How did you overcome GPS or connectivity issues while scanning?6. Workflow and Execution: How did you organize the workflow for this large-scale project?✓ How many scanning days did this project require?✓ How did you ensure continuity when scanning different sections of the building over time?✓ What was your approach for balancing speed and quality in such a large project?7. Managing Multiple Technologies: How did you integrate various tools and platforms?✓ How did you manage the use of multiple platforms (Matterport, 3DVista, MPEmbed, Google Earth)?✓ Did you use different tools for different sections of the building?✓ How did you maintain consistency between different types of media (3D scans, photos, 360 panoramas)?8. Deliverables: What was delivered to the client and in what format?✓ What were the final deliverables for the project?✓ How did you package the tour for easy use by the client?✓ Did you provide training or support on how to use and share the digital twin?9. Client Feedback and Results: What was the client’s response to the final product?✓ How did the client react to the completed tour?✓ Were there any follow-up requests or additional features they wanted?✓ How has the tourism board been using the digital twin since its delivery?10. Lessons Learned: What would you do differently if you could start the project again?✓ Were there any surprises during the project that you didn’t anticipate?✓ Looking back, is there anything you would change about how you approached the project?✓ What advice would you give to someone taking on a project of this scale for the first time?Why This Matters for Real Estate PhotographersFor real estate photographers used to documenting homes of 3,500 square feet, tackling a 400,000 square foot project introduces entirely new challenges and complexities. From dealing with large open spaces to managing multiple technologies, Daniel’s experience can offer invaluable lessons for anyone looking to expand their business into larger commercial projects.
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Did you know that the We Get Around Network has two different podcast channels?1. WGAN-TV Podcast (Video)- nearly 250 live one-hour video interview podcasts2. WGAN Forum Podcast (Audio only) - 340+ episodes of industry news via A.I. + audio from WGAN-TV Podcast(Podcasts also available via your favorite podcast app.)For the WGAN Forum Podcast, I use A.I. to research, write, voice, and produce the podcast -- all from niche news releases -- powered by Google NotebookLM AI.The entire workflow -- from start to finish -- including publishing to YouTube Podcasts and nearly 20 podcast apps -- takes less 30 minutes.At the Podfest Multimedia Expo in Orlando in 16-19 January 2025, I will speak on this topic:===Effortless Podcast WorkflowResearching, Writing, Voicing and Producing Podcast Episodes from Niche News Releases Using AI(and Publish to YouTube and Nearly 20 Podcast Apps in Less Than 30 Minutes)===If you would like to view my presentation deck and workflow tools, go to:WGAN.info/Podfest2025
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World Lidar Day Returns for its Second Annual Celebration on Feb. 12, 2025
Global event to shine a spotlight on the transformative power of lidar technology with celebrations at Geo Week in Denver, Colorado.
December 18, 2024, Denver, CO - The second annual World Lidar Day will take place on February 12th, 2025, coinciding with Geo Week in Denver, Colorado, inviting industry professionals and enthusiasts to honor the global impact of lidar technology. Following a successful inaugural event, World Lidar Day 2025 is set to foster awareness, collaboration, and education surrounding lidar’s vast contributions across the geospatial industry, including environmental monitoring, infrastructure development, and autonomous systems.
Organized by a coalition of lidar advocates, World Lidar Day 2025 will bring together experts and established voices to celebrate the advancements of lidar technology. With its ability to create highly accurate 3D models, lidar has become essential for applications ranging from mapping climate change effects to enhancing safe navigation in autonomous vehicles. The event aims to inspire further innovation, bridge knowledge gaps, and champion lidar’s role in shaping a smarter, more connected world.
The in-person element of the forthcoming World Lidar Day celebration will take place on-site at Geo Week, a premier event for professionals in geospatial and built environments. Industry partners, researchers, and other geospatial thought leaders in attendance will have a unique opportunity to share their experiences, projects, and insights into lidar’s ever-expanding potential through a newly dedicated expert panel discussion and various interactive sessions.
By using the hashtags #lidarday + #geoweek and sharing educational content, case studies, and personal stories about lidar’s impact, participants can amplify awareness and drive dialogue within and beyond the geospatial community. This engagement will highlight lidar’s applications across disciplines and demonstrate its significance in addressing real-world challenges.
World Lidar Day invites everyone—whether they’re in Denver for Geo Week or participating virtually—to join the conversation, support the growth of lidar technology, and celebrate its enduring contributions to a smarter and safer future. For more information, please visit World Lidar Day’s website. To register for Geo Week to participate in-person, use code WORLDLIDARDAY for $100 off a Conference or Exhibit Hall pass.
Geo Week
Geo Week, presented by Geo Week News, was created in response to the changing needs of the built world and geospatial professionals and to acknowledge the increasing convergence of technology. Geo Week’s conference program and tradeshow floor feature commercial applications of geospatial and 3D technologies, innovations, and case studies in the built environment, advanced airborne and terrestrial remote sensing solutions and more. Multiple strategic partnerships, including Conference and Event Partners ASPRS and Reality Capture Network, plus Event Partners ISPRS, MAPPS, USGIF, USIBD, and WGIC strengthen Geo Week. Geo Week occurs February 10-12, 2025, at the Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO. For more information, visit https://www.geo-week.com/.
Geo Week is produced by Diversified Communications’ technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News; Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, 3D Technology Newsletter, AEC Innovations Newsletter, Geo Business (UK) and Digital Construction Week (UK).
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Are you wondering how to:✓ Create and use a ChattGPT GPT to write blog posts effortlessly?✓ Write client emails and responses faster than ever?✓ Write professional proposals or cold pitches in seconds?✓ Write social media posts?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 at 5 pm ET on Wednesday, 12 December 2024, our subject matter expert is:✓ Scan Your Space (a Division of Sparks Media Group) Founder and CEO Tom SparksOur topic is:✓ How to Create and Use ChatGPT and GPTs to Help Real Estate Photographers WriteTom will share how he's leveraged ChatGPT and his GPT (trained on his two businesses) to transform his writing workflow. Tom’s GPT has been trained on everything related to his businesses:✓ Website content✓ Proposals and quotes✓ Sample email templates (for responding to RFQs, client inquiries, etc.)✓ Social media posts✓ Marketing materialsExamples of how Tom uses GPT:1. Writing blog posts on various topics effortlessly.2. Summarizing videos for quick descriptions on YouTube or emails.3. Crafting eye-catching YouTube headlines and thumbnails.4. Writing detailed responses to RFQs or proposals.5. Writing cold-call email pitches.6. Creating captions and posts for social media.7. Responding to client inquiries with personalized, professional emails.8. Preparing follow-up emails for prospective clients.9. Writing newsletters or updates for current clients.10. Generating promotional content for new services or products.11. Writing captions and headlines for property listings.12. Drafting FAQs for his website.13. Automating repetitive writing tasks with speed and consistency.Why This Matters for Real Estate PhotographersIf you’re a professional real estate photographer, you know writing is essential for marketing, communication, and building client relationships.With GPTs, you can eliminate the friction of starting from scratch and focus on growing your business.Tom will also share specific examples of how he’s trained his GPT and how you can implement similar strategies to:✓ Save time✓ Increase productivity✓ Streamline client communications
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A Google NotebookLM AI Podcast discussion based on this ZUANT 3D video:
Zuant 3D: The Secret to Capturing Leads Beyond the Show Floorhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DOxtYnjsCU&t=79s
ZUANT3D (www.ZUANT3D.com) is a 3D virtual event platform that uses Matterport cameras to create digital twins of events.
This allows for virtual attendance, lead generation tracking, and post-event analysis. The platform offers features like real-time interaction with attendees and integration with CRM systems for improved sales and event planning.
Client support is a key component of the service, with dedicated managers assisting in setup and providing a personalized experience. Ultimately, ZUANT3D aims to enhance event accessibility and provide valuable data for future improvements. (www.ZUANT.com)
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Google NotebookLM AI discussion of this Matterport Blog Post (6 December 2024):
BIM vs. CAD: When to Use Them for Maximum Effecthttps://matterport.com/blog/bim-vs-cad
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The article compares Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD), highlighting their distinct applications in construction. BIM excels in creating data-rich 3D models for collaborative project management across a building's lifecycle, while CAD focuses on precise 2D and 3D drafting for detailed design elements. The text emphasizes that both are valuable tools, with BIM ideal for holistic project oversight and CAD best suited for specific component detailing. Successful projects often integrate both systems, leveraging their complementary strengths for optimal efficiency. A case study showcases how using Matterport's digital twin technology significantly reduced the cost and time associated with BIM file creation.
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In November 2024, the global spotlight turned to BIMworld Munich, where Marek Koźlak, PhD, Founder and CEO of SIMLAB, took the stage to present a groundbreaking vision for the future of property management and construction technology. With an audience of industry professionals spanning the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) and Facility Management (FM) sectors, Koźlak’s presentation illuminated the transformative potential of digital twin solutions like SIMLAB STAGES and SIMLAB SIM-ON.
SIMLAB’s mission, as Dr. Koźlak stated, is simple yet powerful: "Helping you feel more comfortable with your property." This vision resonates across all phases of a building’s life-cycle, from design and construction to operation, maintenance, and even renovation. By bridging gaps in interoperability and offering intuitive tools for asset management, IoT control, and collaboration, SIMLAB is creating a unified digital ecosystem for the AEC industry.
Addressing the Key Challenges in the AEC and Property Management IndustriesDr. Koźlak identified a major challenge plaguing the industry: disconnected data systems. Building projects generate immense amounts of data—blueprints, BIM files, 3D scans, IoT sensor data, and maintenance records—but these datasets often exist in silos, preventing effective collaboration. SIMLAB’s solutions, powered by cutting-edge Matterport integrations and IoT technologies, unify this data into a cohesive platform.
SIMLAB’s innovative platforms, STAGES and SIM-ON, leverage partnerships with industry-leading technology providers to deliver a seamless digital twin experience. These integrations ensure interoperability, efficiency, and advanced functionality across all phases of a building's life-cycle. Key integration partners include:
Matterport: Providing high-quality 3D scans for immersive digital twin environments.KNX IoTech: Enabling seamless building automation and IoT integration.Schneider Electric: Supporting building automation through the Wiser for KNX logic controller.Procore: Enhancing construction management workflows and data exchange.NETxAutomation:: Facilitating advanced building system communication standards.NavVis: Delivering precise indoor mapping and spatial data solutions.FIBARO (a Nice company): Integrating IoT device control and automation.Helvar and DALI: Supporting lighting control and building automation.VingCard, Kaba, and Salto: Providing access control solutions for smart properties.Modbus, BACnet, and OPC: Ensuring interoperability with industrial communication protocols.M-Bus and DMX: Extending automation capabilities for HVAC and lighting systems.EnOcean: Enabling wireless and battery-free IoT device integration.Fidelio/Opera and Infor: Streamlining hotel management systems and real estate operations.SNMP and MQTT: Enhancing IoT communication and system monitoring.These partnerships empower SIMLAB’s platforms to centralize diverse data streams into a unified, user-friendly digital twin solution.
Here’s a deeper dive into how his presentation and SIMLAB’s solutions resonated with specific attendee groups at BIMworld Munich:
For Facility Owners and Managers: Simplifying Operations with Digital TwinsFacility owners and managers, tasked with overseeing the operation and maintenance of complex buildings, face daily challenges in tracking warranties, invoices, maintenance schedules, and IoT device performance.
Dr. Koźlak demonstrated how SIMLAB SIM-ON revolutionizes facility management by providing a spatial 3D interface powered by digital twin technology. From real-time IoT monitoring to task management and maintenance scheduling, SIM-ON consolidates all data into a single, user-friendly platform.
Why This Matters: Facility managers can easily locate problem areas, manage assets, and monitor IoT systems in real-time, reducing the burden of juggling disparate tools. For building owners, this translates into lower operational costs, streamlined maintenance, and improved tenant satisfaction.
For Architects and Interior Designers: Empowering Design VisualizationFor architects and designers, Koźlak highlighted how SIMLAB’s STAGES platform serves as a powerful collaboration and visualization tool. By integrating Matterport scans with BIM data, architects can view side-by-side comparisons of design plans and as-built conditions.
The ability to track construction progress visually, annotate scans, and communicate issues with contractors fosters a collaborative workflow.
Why This Matters: Designers gain unparalleled insight into project stages, from early blueprints to final finishes, ensuring that their creative visions are realized without costly deviations. The platform also simplifies client presentations by providing clear, visual documentation of progress.
For Construction Companies and General Contractors: Enhancing Collaboration and EfficiencyConstruction professionals deal with tight deadlines, budget constraints, and complex coordination among teams. Dr. Koźlak showcased how STAGES addresses these pain points with its construction progress monitoring and issue tracking tools.
The platform’s timeline feature enables contractors to review the status of a project at any given stage, compare scans over time, and resolve discrepancies quickly.
Why This Matters: With all construction data centralized and easily accessible, contractors can eliminate communication gaps, reduce rework, and complete projects faster. STAGES empowers teams to collaborate seamlessly, whether they are onsite or remote.
For Insurance Companies and Financial Institutions: Improving Risk AssessmentDr. Koźlak emphasized the value of digital twin technology for insurance and banking professionals. SIMLAB’s platforms provide a comprehensive historical log of property documentation, including warranties, maintenance records, and IoT sensor data.
Insurers and banks can access accurate, up-to-date information about a property’s condition, reducing risks during underwriting or claims processing.
Why This Matters: With SIMLAB’s solutions, financial institutions gain a transparent view of assets, enabling better decision-making and reducing liability risks. Insurers can also leverage visual documentation to speed up claims assessments and minimize fraud.
For Real Estate Developers and Property Owners: Elevating Asset ValueReal estate developers and property owners attending BIMworld Munich learned how SIMLAB’s digital twin platforms can enhance the value and marketability of properties.
By providing a detailed visual record of a building’s life-cycle, SIMLAB’s tools help developers showcase the quality and sustainability of their projects to potential buyers or investors.
Why This Matters: Developers can differentiate themselves in a competitive market by demonstrating transparency and a commitment to innovation. The ability to provide potential buyers with a complete digital history of the property adds immense value.
A Call to Action: Embracing the Future of Digital Twin TechnologyDr. Koźlak concluded his presentation with a bold vision for the future of digital twin technology. As SIMLAB prepares to expand its footprint in Europe and the United States, the company is actively seeking collaborations with AEC professionals, real estate developers, and technology integrators.
With their solutions already generating impressive traction — 2,000 customers and over €2 million in revenue—SIMLAB is poised to redefine how properties are designed, managed, and maintained.
The potential of digital twin technology is limitless, and SIMLAB is leading the charge. As Dr. Koźlak aptly stated, "Coordination, communication, and collaboration are the keys to unlocking the full potential of the built environment."
This transformative message from BIMworld Munich serves as a rallying cry for industry stakeholders to embrace innovation and join SIMLAB on their journey toward a smarter, more connected future.
Next Steps: Discover How SIMLAB Can Transform Your Property Management
Ready to revolutionize how you manage and operate your properties? Explore SIMLAB’s cutting-edge solutions for digital twins, construction management, and IoT integration today. Here’s how you can take the next step:
Visit Our Website: Learn more about our platforms, STAGES and SIM-ON, and how they can benefit your projects at www.SIMLABinc.com.Set Up a Meeting: Have questions or want a personalized demo? Contact us to schedule a meeting and discuss your specific needs. Reach out via our Contact Us page.Let’s work together to simplify your building’s lifecycle management and unlock its full potential with SIMLAB’s innovative technology.
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A Google NotebookLM AI discussion based on this Matterport media release:
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Matterport Achieves AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency and Energy CompetencyCertifications underscore Matterport’s dedication to delivering innovative solutions that harness the power of AWS technologiesSUNNYVALE, California, Monday, December 2, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR), a pioneer in digital twin technology and spatial data capture, announced today it has achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Manufacturing and Industrial Competency and AWS Energy Competency status within the Health, Safety, Environment category. These two honors recognize Matterport's proven expertise in helping customers leverage AWS cloud technology and providing them with a breadth of software and service offerings that support their unique needs.“These recognitions from AWS are a testament to the revolutionary impact of our solutions in modernizing industrial operations and promoting sustainability in the built world,” said RJ Pittman, Chairman and CEO of Matterport. “By working closely with AWS technologies, we not only enhance operational capabilities but also support sustainable and safety-focused practices across industries.”Manufacturing and Industrial CompetencyThe Manufacturing and Industrial Competency designation recognizes Matterport for its expertise in providing customers professional services and/or software solutions for an end-to-end Industrial Manufacturing Software toolchain.As manufacturing customers move to the cloud, they are looking for cloud experts with manufacturing experience to help them transform and use data in new ways, knowing they need to move faster than ever. AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency Partners provide customers with solutions across their digital transformation journey while being assured that they have support from a validated AWS Partner to meet their needs. These solutions follow AWS best practices for building secure, high-performing, resilient, and efficient cloud infrastructure for industry applications.Achieving the AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency differentiates Matterport as an AWS Partner Network (APN) member with demonstrated technical proficiency and proven customer success in running cloud solutions on AWS for the manufacturing and industrial sector. This program showcases manufacturing consulting and software partners who have domain knowledge and are providing cloud services. To receive the AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency designation, AWS Partners must undergo a rigorous technical validation and provide vetted customer references.Matterport’s comprehensive suite aligns seamlessly with multiple categories within the AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency Program. The solutions provided cover extensive ground, including:
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Continues in the We Get Around Network Forum:
https://www.wegetaroundnetwork.com/topic/20510/page/1/matterport-gets-aws-manufacturingindustrial-competencyenergy-competency/
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An A.I. discussion by Google NotebookLM | www.GOiGUIDE.com
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"The best way to see the differences between camera systems is to look at a 3D virtual tour created with each ... using a consistent set of parameters," says an iGUIDE representative that provided this example iGUIDE tour.
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iGUIDE Tour Created with an iGUIDE PLANIX Pro Camera System | Sample iGUIDE tour courtesy of iGUIDE.
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iGUIDE tour created with an iGUIDE Tour Created with an iGUIDE PLANIX Pro Camera System | Sample iGUIDE tour courtesy of iGUIDE.
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iGUIDE tour created with an iGUIDE IMS-5 Camera System | Sample iGUIDE tour courtesy of iGUIDE.
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Discussion by Google NotebookLM AI of this Geo Week 2024 media release:
Geo Week Announces 2025 Conference Program | 10-12 February 2024 | Denverhttps://www.wegetaroundnetwork.com/topic/20455/page/1/geo-week-announces-2025-conference-program--10-12-february-2024--denver/
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Discussion by Google NotebookLM AI of the following Matterport media release
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Matterport Announces Record Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results1. Record total revenue of $43.8 million, up 8% year-over-year2. Q3 annualized recurring revenue crosses $100 million milestone, up 11% year-over-year3. Net loss improved 14% year-over-year; Non-GAAP net loss improved 80% year-over-year4. Total subscribers grew to 1.1 million, up 25% year-over-year5. Square feet under management reached 47.3 billion, up 34% from prior yearSUNNYVALE, Calif., Tuesday, November 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR) (“Matterport” or the “Company”), the leading spatial data company driving the digital transformation of the built world, today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024.“I’m pleased to share our third-quarter 2024 results, highlighting our continued success driving efficient growth,” said RJ Pittman, Chairman and CEO of Matterport. “Total square feet managed reached 47.3 billion, up 34% year-over-year, with annual recurring revenue hitting a record $101.5 million, an 11% increase year-over-year,” Pittman added. “Our Fall 2024 Release introduced groundbreaking AI-powered tools designed to elevate digital twin applications and real estate listings. With one-click defurnishing and automated property descriptions from a Matterport digital twin, customers save time, streamline workflows, and enhance their listings. Features like 3D model merge, field tags, and bill-back processing bring unmatched speed, efficiency, and precision to managing spaces at scale for agents, contractors, and enterprise teams alike.”“We believe our innovation pipeline is the strongest it’s ever been, and with customers raving about our Fall 2024 Release, we’re setting the stage for more bold, product-led growth in 2025,” Pittman concluded.“Our strong third quarter performance propelled the company to a new record for total revenue, $43.8 million, up 8% year-over-year,” said JD Fay, Chief Financial Officer of Matterport. “Further, our continued focus on operating expense discipline helped deliver near break-even results, yielding a non-GAAP loss per share of just $0.01. These results demonstrate that customers continue to adopt Matterport while underscoring our commitment to growth and profitability.”Third Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights1. Square feet under management reached 47.3 billion, up 34% year-over-year2. Spaces under management reached 13.6 million, up 22% year-over-year3. Total subscribers reached 1.1 million, up 25% year-over-year4. Subscription revenue of $25.4 million, up 11% year-over-year5. Annualized Recurring Revenue (ARR) was $101.5 million6. Total revenue was $43.8 million7. Net loss of $0.12 per share; Non-GAAP net loss of $0.01 per share, which is a 75% improvement year-over-year8. Cash used in operating activities was $18.6 million for the first nine months of 2024, a 61% improvement year-over-yearRecent Business HighlightsAnnounced the Fall 2024 Release, a groundbreaking suite of new tools designed to reshape the way professionals design, build, and market properties. Through the power of generative AI, Matterport users can now easily reimagine the potential of any space, transforming digital twins from static replicas into dynamic canvases for creativity.Announced that Matterport is contributing to the promotion of digital twin use by Tokyu Construction Co., Ltd., an advanced digital utilization company in civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Matterport's digital twin solutions are used in a wide range of phases of construction projects, including current status surveys, completed form management, streamlining and enhancing the scanning of point cloud data, and facilitating consensus building and communication among construction-related parties.In August, Matterport released its third Environmental, Social, and Governance Report which sets ambitious targets for the Company’s top ESG priorities, including reducing emissions and fostering gender equality in the workplace. The new Report also showcases the Company’s success helping its more than one million subscribers reduce their own carbon emissions by using Matterport’s digital twins to reduce travel to the more than 13 million spaces that are on the Matterport digital twin platform.Transaction with CoStar Group, Inc.Given the pending acquisition of Matterport by CoStar Group, Inc. that was announced on April 22, 2024, Matterport will not be holding a conference call or live webcast to discuss quarterly financial results. Also, in light of the pending transaction, the Company had previously suspended its financial guidance for the full fiscal year 2024 and will not be providing financial guidance for the upcoming fiscal quarter. At a special meeting of stockholders held on July 26, 2024, Matterport stockholders approved the transaction with CoStar Group, Inc.The completion of the transaction remains subject to the expiration or termination of the waiting period imposed by the Hart-Scott Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, and the satisfaction or waiver of the other closing conditions specified in Matterport’s agreement with CoStar Group, Inc. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024 or the first quarter of 2025.About MatterportMatterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR) is leading the digital transformation of the built world. Our groundbreaking spatial data platform turns buildings into data to make nearly every space more valuable and accessible. Millions of buildings in more than 177 countries have been transformed into immersive Matterport digital twins to improve every part of the building lifecycle from planning, construction, and operations to documentation, appraisal and marketing. Learn more at matterport.com and browse a gallery of digital twins.©2024 Matterport, Inc. All rights reserved. Matterport is a registered trademark and the Matterport logo is a trademark of Matterport, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.---Source: Matterport via Globe Newswire
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-- Are you a real estate photographer thinking about adding Matterport?-- Are you in a completely unrelated career and thinking about making the leap?-- How did an Independent Financial Advisor transition to offering Matterport and related services?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Thursday, 7 November 2024, my guest is Meidansha Inc. President Daniel Brown:WGAN-TV-Daniel Brown with Meidansha: My Journey as a Matterport Service ProviderDaniel will tell us about his Matterport Service Provider journey, plus I will ask Daniel what would he do differently with if adding Matterport today.Some of the questions that I will ask Daniel:1. Tell us about Meidansha today: Services Offered | Categories of Clients |2. When/Why did you buy: Matterport Pro2 Camera, Leica BLK360 G1, Insta360 (R One, x3, x4), Ricoh Theta Z13. Other related camera gear? Drone?4. Deeper dive into Matterport and related services5. About the journey as a MSP: how did you learn about Matterport? When? How did you get started?6. If you were starting today with Matterport, what would you do differently?7. Matterport related tips for developing business (new business and client retention)8. Talk us through some of your tours:Example Tours by Meidansha Inc. President Daniel BrownKobe Convention Center (400,000 SQ FT) | Tour byhttps://virtualtour.productions/kobe_convention_center/kkc2024/index.htmKobe Convention Center is a complex of 4 Large Buildings (Here is one of the buildings.)https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=HDSJBxoVgvuKobe International Exhibition Hall 2 | Includes Scans from a Leica BLK360 G1https://3d.walkthroughs.online/show/?m=V1Tz56PTinoDaniel John Brown✓ Meidansha Inc. President✓ LinkedIn: Daniel John Brown✓ Daniel Brown on Flickr
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-- How does the new iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System compare to the PLANIX Pro and PLANIX Core?-- In addition to residential real estate, what are other use-cases?-- What to see a demo of the iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System?Stay tuned ...On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (5 pm ET) on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, my guests will be:1. Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE) Product Marketing Manager Chris White and2. Planitar Inc. (iGUIDE ) Manager, Product Management Marcus DoranWGAN-TV | New! iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System for Residential Real Estate Photographers, Design & Build and Insurance Adjusters (and More)Topics Include-- A quick overview of iGUIDE [Previous WGAN-TV Podcast shows featuring iGUIDE]-- Demo of the iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System paired with an iPhone or Android (phone or tablet)-- Demo of an iGUIDE shot iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System (and iGUIDE Report)-- Discussion about what went into the camera from a design and build perspective.-- How the design of the camera translates to benefiting the user experience.-- Deeper dive into the tech specs (than the marketing video above)-- How does the R1 compare to previous versions of the PLANIX camera system?-- How does the PLANIX R1 Camera compare to other capture solutions in the market?-- Initial user feedback?-- Deeper dive into uses cases (in addition to residential real estate), including:-- 1. Residential Real Estate-- 2. Architecture & Remodeling-- 3. Commercial Design/Build-- 4. Insurance Claims Documentation and Restoration-- 5. Facilities Management-- Discussion of 2D LiDAR Accuracy + Ricoh THETA X camera + iGUIDE Drafting Team-- Discussion of SLAM technology and Data files available: CAD, ESX, Xactimate-- Discussion of ANSI-Z765-2021 2D floor plans (What is this standard and why does it matter?)You can order the iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System directly from iGUIDE (www.GOiGUIDE.com). Order by Wednesday, 13 November 2024 and receive an extra external battery (6 hour charge). First 100 iGUIDE PLANIX R1 Camera System purchases receive $100 off.
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Here is the link to register for PMRE 2024 Live Stream + On-Demand.Save $50 with coupon code: WGANSTREAMAre you attending in-person? See you Las Vegas!Best,Dan===============================================================✓ Save $50 on PMRE Livestream/On-Demand with Coupon Code: WGANSTREAM✓ PMRE Desktop App✓ PMRE Registration✓ PMRE Presenters✓ PMRE Agenda✓ PMRE Workshops✓ PMRE Sponsors✓ PMRE 2024 Networking Nightcap Party (Wednesday, November 13, 2024)✓ Venue: Palms Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada (KAOS Showroom)===============================================================About PMRE 2024=====================================Website: www.PMREconference.comEmail: [email protected]=====================================PMRE 2024, the 6th annual Photography and Media for Real Estate Conference, is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together hundreds of the most passionate and engaged real estate photography and media creators from around the world.Since 2019, this conference has become the go-to event for creative professionals in the real estate industry who want to learn from, and network with, other like-minded individuals. What started as just an idea for an event to network with other photographers has grown to become a marquee event which helps shape the direction of creativity in the real estate media space.Source: PMRE
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The content was written, produced and voiced by Google NotebookLM AI (https://notebooklm.google.com/).
So, you are wondering if AI newsfluencers are welcome to attend too?
The Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas (https://knightcenter.utexas.edu/), in collaboration with UNESCO, is offering a free online course titled "Digital Content Creators and Journalists: How to be a Trusted Voice Online." (https://journalismcourses.org/journalism-meets-content-creators-join-our-free-course-to-become-a-trusted-voice-online/)
This course aims to bridge the gap between traditional journalists and digital content creators by equipping them with the skills needed to produce ethical and trustworthy content in the digital age.
The course will focus on building audience trust, navigating the ethical responsibilities of shaping public opinion, and creating compelling content during conflicts and crises, while also promoting media and information literacy.
The course is offered in English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish and will be led by experienced professionals in the field of social media storytelling and journalism.
The course material is organized into five modules covering topics such as the evolving information landscape, ethical considerations in content creation, promoting media literacy, and the importance of verified information during crises.
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Listen to a WGAN Forum Podcast summary of the free Hexagon Digital Twin Industry Report for Matterport Service Providers. This WGAN Forum Podcast episode was written, voiced and produced by Google NotebookLM AI.(Tip: How to Create a Free Podcast Episode Like This with Google NotebookLM AI.)Best,DanPrompt to Create this WGAN Forum Podcast show (above):Audience: We Get Around Network Forum Members (professional real estate photographers that create digital twins typically using a Matterport Camera of residential real estate.)Help real estate photographers understand all the other verticals for digit twins. Deep dive into what this Hexagon report is about through the lens of expanding to other verticals to make more money.
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-- How does Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES help reduce rework to save time and money?-- How can you use SIMLAB STAGES for collaboration and communication with construction stakeholders?– What are SIMLAB STAGES top 5 features and top 5 benefits?Stay tuned!On WGAN-TV Live at 5 (special time: 11 am ET and 5 pm in Poland) on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, my guests will be:1. SIMLAB Founder and CEO Marek Koźlak, PhD Eng.2. STAGES Product Owner Robert CzarlewskiTopicWGAN-TV-Intro to Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES: Construction Progress DocumentationHighlightsWe will assume that you are already a pro with Matterport and that you have watched previous WGAN-TV Live at 5 shows about SIMLAB STAGES (www.WGAN.info/SIMLABonWGAN).Marek and Robert will show us examples of Matterport digital twin powered by SIMLAB STAGES, including these features:1. View: As-Built, BIM, Matterport and 2D Blueprints2. Timeline for Collaboration and Documentation3. Compare View in Split-Screen Model4. Communication for all StakeholdersAdditionally, Marek and Robert will discuss Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES for construction progress monitoring for every phase of a building's life cycle and how the Matterport + SIMLAB STAGES can help you with:1. Time and Cost Efficiency2. Enhanced Decision Making and Communications3. Risk Management and Quality Control4. Business Development and Client Relations5. Historical Documentation and SafetyThis WGAN-TV Live at 5 show is for:1. Matterport Service Providers2. Construction Teams3. Engineers4. Facility Managers5. Property Owners6. Architects and Interior Designers7. Insurance Companies8. Banks (related to construction loans and releasing funds)
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