Founded in 2003, Spar Point Research LLC investigates and reports on 3-D scanning, imaging, and position capture technologies used to improve the productivity, quality, safety and risk profile of engineering, fabrication, construction, and manufacturing operations. The company was purchased by Diversified Communications in late 2009 and is now looking to rapidly expand news and research operations. Spar Point’s research and quantitative analysis supports engineering, manufacturing, and construction managers in analyzing and making the business case for investing in new technologies. Its industry connections and in-depth reports help practitioners evaluate, qualify, and select solutions and providers based on technology leadership, research and development commitment, financial strength and management strength. Spar Point’s methodology is grounded in researching and documenting practitioner cases—both successes and failures—to identify industry best practices for creating business value. Its deliverables—publications, industry conferences, and custom consulting—help practitioners maximize the business impact of technology.