Our consultants work with technical teams and executives to integrate 3D laser scanning, modeling, and reverse engineering into existing operations. Each engagement is designed to reduce rework, increase accuracy, and establish standards that support long-term asset management.
For project and engineering managers, GDS helps develop scanning programs, file structures, and quality controls that make point cloud and CAD data usable across disciplines. For executive leadership, our consulting services define digital transformation roadmaps that connect capital projects, digital twins, and enterprise asset systems.
Our consulting covers:
3D laser scanning program design and accuracy control
Reverse engineering workflows for part reproduction and lifecycle documentation
As-built and BIM modeling standards for construction and manufacturing
Digital twin planning for infrastructure and facility portfolios
3D data automation and software integration for engineering and operations
Our consulting practice is built on field experience and proven project outcomes. Each engagement is led by professionals who understand both the technical details and the strategic value of accurate 3D data.
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John Woods, with over 15 years of expertise in point cloud data across industries such as aerospace, agriculture, polymers, petrochemicals, and military Navy aircraft carriers, has a proven track record in delivering comprehensive solutions. Notably, he played a pivotal role in assisting Mahindra with the seamless rollout of a new product line and the integration of agricultural implements. In the aerospace sector, John has been involved in various projects, successfully integrating reverse engineering and data collection teams.
When working with various high value projects, you can expect to see John Woods on-site, personally managing teams to ensure seamless customer satisfaction and technical implementation of our services. His hands-on approach reflects our commitment to providing the highest level of customer service and technical excellence. This commitment is consistent with our mission at Global Design Solutions, where John’s extensive expertise is leveraged to benefit clients across diverse industries.
Furthermore, his consultancy extends to major airports, including IAH, where he contributed to data collection and management for SCAN to BIM. Additionally, John provided valuable assistance in multiple manufacturing installments, employing advanced metrology techniques at Los Angeles Airport for the Metro Airport People Mover Project, valued at a total installation cost of $4.9 billion. Through Global Design Solutions, John Woods offers a one-stop solution for 3D laser scanning requirements, emphasizing the implementation of digital twin technology to optimize project performance and drive sustainability.
With John as your consulting partner, you can leverage his extensive knowledge and cross-functional expertise to implement digital twin technology in your projects. Digital twin technology provides a virtual replica of your physical asset or system, enabling you to monitor and optimize its performance while reducing risk and improving decision-making.
“Incorporating industry-leading laser scanning technology, Global Design Solutions (GDS) delivered transformative solutions for the $4.9-billion Automated People Mover Project at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). GDS saved Aragon hundreds of thousands by accelerating schedule and decreasing inefficiencies on-site for field fixes across three separate site phases by aligning precision as-built conditions with advanced laser scanning technology. The guided fabrication process from laser-scanned as-built models proactively mitigated thousands of concerns, yielding significant time and cost savings. This collaborative success establishes confidence in GDS. For those seeking quality first-time builds, cost savings, and profit maximization, we wholeheartedly endorse consulting with GDS for their exceptional expertise, consistent outstanding results, and seamless efficiency”
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SEBASTIAN DANGOND
Project Manager
GDS’s consulting involves working with technical teams and executives to integrate 3D laser scanning, modeling, and reverse engineering into their operations. Each consulting engagement is tailored to reduce rework, increase accuracy, and establish standards for long-term asset management. In other words, GDS helps organizations develop a strategy and processes for effectively using 3D data technologies in their projects or workflows.
For project and engineering managers, GDS can assist in developing scanning programs, setting up file structures, and implementing quality controls to make point cloud and CAD data usable across different teams. This might mean advising on how to organize scan data, what software to use, or how to enforce accuracy checks so that all disciplines (mechanical, civil, etc.) can work with the data seamlessly.
For executives, GDS provides guidance on digital transformation roadmaps — connecting capital projects, digital twins, and enterprise asset systems into one strategy. This means they help leadership see the bigger picture of how investing in 3D scanning and digital twin technology can tie into corporate goals (like improved maintenance, better project ROI, etc.), ensuring that high-level plans incorporate these technologies effectively.
GDS’s consulting covers: designing 3D laser scanning programs and accuracy control methods, developing reverse engineering workflows for part reproduction and documentation, establishing as-built and BIM modeling standards for both construction and manufacturing sectors, planning digital twin implementations for infrastructure and facility portfolios, and automating 3D data workflows plus integrating them into engineering/operations software.
GDS’s consulting is built on real field experience and proven project outcomes. The consultants understand both the technical details and the strategic value of accurate 3D data. This means they can advise not just on how to do something, but why — aligning the technical implementation with business objectives. It helps organizations avoid pitfalls and truly benefit from scanning and modeling technologies.
Consulting engagements are led by seasoned professionals like John Woods (with 15+ years in point cloud data across industries such as aerospace, agriculture, petrochemicals, etc.). John has a track record of delivering comprehensive solutions and integrating reverse engineering and data collection teams. He has been involved in major projects at airports for scanning and BIM — this level of expertise ensures clients get guidance from someone who has practically solved similar problems before.
GDS consultants like John Woods often take a hands-on approach. They may be on-site managing teams to ensure customer satisfaction and proper technical implementation. John’s approach reflects GDS’s commitment to highest-level service and technical excellence — he personally ensures that what has been planned in consulting is executed correctly in the field, which bridges the gap between plan and practice.
GDS consulting also extends to implementing digital twin technology to optimize project performance and sustainability. They emphasize using digital twins — virtual replicas of assets — to monitor and improve performance. GDS’s consulting isn’t just about using scanning for immediate tasks, but also about the long-term value like continuous monitoring and sustainability improvements.
GDS consultants have contributed to significant projects — John Woods was involved in the LAX Airport People Mover (a $4.9B project), where advanced metrology techniques were employed to integrate digital twin technology. His involvement helped optimize rollout and integration for large-scale initiatives, demonstrating that GDS’s consulting directly contributes to successful outcomes in complex projects.
Start with a conversation about the challenges or goals the company has — whether they want to implement a scanning program, need to train their team, or integrate new digital workflows. GDS encourages scheduling a consultation to discuss project goals and challenges. They will identify where they can strengthen the client’s digital workflows and propose a roadmap or specific solutions tailored to the current state and target outcome.
