Who We Are
CompassData is Proud to be Affiliated with these Professional Organizations:
MAPPS - The Management Association for Private Photogrammetric Surveyors (MAPPS) is the only national association of business firms in the surveying, spatial data and geographic information systems field in the United States. MAPPS member firms are engaged in surveying, photogrammetry, satellite and airborne remote sensing, aerial photography, hydrography, aerial and satellite image processing, GPS and GIS data collection and conversion services. Our associate members include firms that provide products and services to our member firms, as well as other firms world-wide. www.mapps.org
CompassData CEO W. Brant Howard served on the national governing board of MAPPS between 2004-2010, he is currently taking a hiatus.
COLORADO MAPPS - CompassData is a charter member of Colorado's new MAPPS chapter. http://www.mapps.org/news/Press.cfm?PressID=180
ASPRS - The American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) is a scientific association serving more than 7,000 professionals worldwide. Its mission is to promote the ethical application of active and passive sensors, the disciplines of photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems, and other supporting geospatial technologies; to advance the understanding of the geospatial and related sciences; to expand public awareness of the profession; and to promote a balanced representation of the interests of government, academia, and private enterprise.
CompassData adheres to the ASPRS Code of Ethics
CompassData recommends that purchasers of Ground Control Points, Field Data Collection Services, Human Geography and GPS/GIS Independent QA/QC use the ASPRS procurement guidelines.
GITA - The Geospatial Information & Technology Association (GITA) is the professional association and leading advocate for anyone using geospatial technology to help operate, maintain, and protect the United States infrastructure, which includes organizations such as utilities, telecommunication companies, and the public sector. Through industry-leading conferences—along with research initiatives, chapters, membership, and other programs—GITA provides education and professional best practices. www.gita.org
