What actually makes DroneDeploy one of the most influential platforms in drone mapping and reality capture?In this episode, Michael Bernatz from DroneDeploy breaks down how the company evolved from a simple mission-planning app into a visual data and intelligence platform used across construction, AEC, and enterprise environments.We talk about:Why simplicity and UX drove DroneDeploy’s early growthHow Gaussian Splatting fits into the future of 3D visualizationWhy point clouds still matter for accuracyThe shift from closed ecosystems to open platformsHow AI and automated insights are shaping the next phase of drone dataThis conversation is a must-watch for:drone pilots, photogrammetry professionals, AEC leaders, reality capture companies, and anyone working with 3D data, digital twins, and spatial technologies.Keywords / Topics:DroneDeploy, drone mapping, photogrammetry, Gaussian Splatting, point clouds, AI in construction, reality capture, AEC technology, drone software, visual data platforms, digital twins, 3D mapping, enterprise drone solutions
