Company

4DM is an innovative consulting company that provides solutions in the areas of science and engineering using geospatial information technology. Our expertise has been applied to over 80 projects, working with clients in Canada, US, and Europe. We have engaged clients through consulting projects and service-based relationships, providing leadership, management, and technical direction.

Our name 4DM is more than a name. 4DM represents the dimensional nature of geographic data and the way we apply the technology. The 4D’s represents the four dimensions of latitude, longitude, elevation, and time, while the 4M’s represents how we utilize the technology for measuring, mapping, monitoring and modeling.

History

4DM is a private Canadian corporation which has been in business in Ontario since 1999. The origins of the company originated from an inspired vision of applying remote sensing technology with mapping applications to create visualized solutions to meet the growing need for location-based information. 4DM established its business operations from early research funding provided by the Ontario Ministry of Energy and Science. 4DM grew from instrumental support by scientists and others involved with the Centre for Research in Earth and Space Technology (CRESTech). 4DM continues to grow in personnel who have a keen passion to enable creative solutions for our clients.

People

4DM is about the people. Our team consists of multi-disciplinary professionals with solid industry experience, complemented by a post graduate university background. Our passion is to think spatially and, collectively, we work together to devise solutions that are able to meet our clients’ needs in a practical and professional manner.

Our staff expertise and knowledge include the following areas:

  • Water Resources – hydrology, hydraulics and groundwater
  • Earth and Atmospheric Science – geology, geophysics, meteorology, and climate change
  • Remote Sensing – optical, hyperspectral, LiDAR, radar, and aerial imagery
  • Environment - ecology, water quality and bioresources
  • Geography – geomorphology, demographics and natural resources
  • Geospatial Information Technology – web mapping, geodatabase and image processing
  • Survey and Geomatics – geodesy,  surveying and spatial data management
  • Computer Science – software programming, system design and user interface