For over two decades, Terrasolid has served as the global standard for processing LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) data and companion imagery. Traditionally, these powerful applications ran exclusively as plugins on top of Bentley Systems software.
To truly appreciate the impact of Spatix, it's essential to understand the "why" behind its creation. Historically, Terrasolid’s flagship applications—TerraScan, TerraModeler, TerraPhoto, and TerraMatch—were developed as plugins that ran exclusively on top of MicroStation. While this provided a robust and reliable environment, it also created barriers. For years, many potential customers asked a simple but pointed question: “Why do we need MicroStation? I just want TerraScan...”. terrasolid spatix
For newcomers, this meant a significant upfront investment not just in Terrasolid, but also in a MicroStation license, leading to a steeper learning curve and budgetary obstacles. Existing users also expressed a desire for an alternative, with some long-time customers voicing their wish for a solution that could run outside the Bentley ecosystem. For over two decades, Terrasolid has served as
