Doubling Down on Openness: Patrick Cozzi and Bentley CTO Julien Moutte on Bentley's Acquisition of Cesium
Sep 17, 2024
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Patrick Cozzi, a leading expert in 3D geospatial technologies, joins Bentley CTO Julien Moutte to discuss Bentley's recent acquisition of Cesium. They explore how this partnership enhances innovation in infrastructure tech and the metaverse through AI and digital twins. The duo delves into the integration of diverse data layers and the importance of open standards. Moutte shares insights on navigating corporate culture while maintaining agility, and together they emphasize the role of community feedback in shaping the future of 3D technologies.
The acquisition of Cesium by Bentley Systems aims to accelerate the development of an open platform for 3D geospatial applications, enhancing innovation through the integration of AI and computer vision.
Both companies are committed to open standards and interoperability, fostering a community that leverages accessible technology to address challenges such as sustainability and improved infrastructure management.
Deep dives
Acquisition of CGM by Bentley Systems
The acquisition of CGM by Bentley Systems marks a significant strategic shift aimed at accelerating the development of an open platform for 3D geospatial applications. Patrick Cozy emphasized the mutual admiration and shared vision between CGM and Bentley that led to this collaboration. The synergy between both companies is expected to enhance existing products while expanding capabilities in the geospatial and infrastructure context. This acquisition allows for faster advancements in developing solutions that uniquely integrate natural and built environments.
Commitment to Open Standards and Openness
Both CGM and Bentley Systems are committed to maintaining an open development environment, focusing on open standards, open source, and open APIs. This strategy ensures greater interoperability and fosters a community of developers who can effectively utilize the underlying technologies. The integration of open standards into their product portfolio will accelerate innovation while preventing vendor lock-in issues for users. A mutual commitment to openness was a cornerstone of the acquisition discussion, underscoring the shared belief in the importance of accessible technology.
Synergies in Integrating Technologies
The integration of CGM's geospatial capabilities with Bentley's extensive engineering portfolio is seen as a way to generate significant value for users. By combining data layers and enhancing platforms through advanced technologies such as AI and computer vision, the partnership aims to create a comprehensive digital twin of physical assets. This enables users to derive insights from complex data structures, facilitating better decision-making processes in infrastructure management. The collaboration is expected to produce immediate and long-term benefits, feeding off the strengths of both companies.
Future Developments and Community Engagement
Looking forward, there is a strong emphasis on fostering community engagement and expanding the offerings available to existing users. The integration will serve not just to enhance product capabilities but to deliver insights directly to organizations, such as transportation departments, for immediate action on infrastructure issues. The goal is to support the developer community in addressing broader challenges, including sustainability and climate change. This forward-thinking approach will leverage AI to improve operational efficiencies and pave the way for innovations in infrastructure development.
In the season finale of Building the Open Metaverse, Marc Petit interviews Patrick Cozzi and guest Julien Moutte, CTO of Bentley Systems. They discuss Bentley's acquisition of Cesium and its impact on the future of 3D geospatial and infrastructure tech. Learn how this partnership enhances innovation in the metaverse through AI, computer vision, and digital twin platforms, and get insights into the future of 3D Tiles.Have any comments or questions?
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