### **Overview** SGL Resources Ltd (formerly Scanpoint Geomatics Limited), headquartered in Ahmedabad, is a leading Indian geospatial technology company and a pioneer in developing indigenous, end-to-end geomatics solutions. The company’s flagship product, **IGiS (Integrated GIS and Image Processing Software)**, was co-developed in collaboration with **SAC-ISRO** (Space Applications Centre – Indian Space Research Organisation), positioning SGL as a trusted provider of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) geospatial software and solutions. With over two decades of technical expertise rooted in ISRO’s legacy in remote sensing and GIS, SGL has evolved into a key player in India’s growing geospatial ecosystem. The company is strategically aligned with national initiatives such as **'Make in India'**, **'Digital India'**, and **'Atmanirbhar Bharat'**, enabling it to capture growth across public infrastructure, defense, smart cities, land records, agriculture, and utilities. --- ### **Core Product & Technology Platform: IGiS** - **IGiS** is a **proprietary, integrated platform** combining **Geographic Information Systems (GIS), image processing, photogrammetry, and CAD** into a single system. - It enables **unified geospatial analysis, real-time decision-making**, and supports **end-to-end project lifecycle management**. - Enhanced with AI and emerging technologies, IGiS delivers scalable, high-performance solutions for complex spatial workflows. - The platform is **OGC (Open Geospatial Consortium) compliant**, ensuring interoperability across global standards. - Supported by continuous R&D and technical collaboration with ISRO, IGiS remains at the forefront of innovation in the Indian geospatial domain. --- ### **Vertical-Specific Solutions** SGL has developed targeted, domain-specific applications based on the IGiS platform: | Solution | Sector Focus | Key Features | |--------|-------------|-------------| | **IGiS-LIS** (Land Information System) | Land Records, Rural Development | Digitization of land records, cadastral mapping, ownership tracking, and rural asset management | | **IGiS-AIS** (Agriculture Information System) | Agriculture, Farm Productivity | Crop monitoring, yield prediction, soil & water analysis, farm planning, geo-enabled welfare scheme delivery | | **IGiS for Utilities** | Water, Gas, Power, Telecom | Web-based module for network design, outage management, asset tracking, and smart utility administration | | **IGiS for Defense & Homeland Security** | Defense, Law Enforcement, Border Management | High-resolution image analysis, terrain modeling, situational awareness, and mission planning under 'MAKE-II' and IDDM programs | --- ### **Strategic Focus Sectors & Growth Drivers (as of Sep 2025)** #### 1. **Urban Development & Smart Cities** - SGL is a **market leader in enterprise GIS implementation** for smart city projects. - Secured contracts with multiple urban development authorities for large-scale GIS rollouts. - Driving use cases: 3D city modeling, smart utility networks, environmental monitoring, pollution/waste management. - **Urban development market expected to grow from INR 1,820 crore (2021) to INR 3,030 crore by FY2025**. #### 2. **Defense & Homeland Security** - Key differentiator: **‘Make in India’ certification** and indigenous technology. - Actively engaged in **Indian Armed Forces’ 'MAKE-II' and IDDM programs**; one project at an advanced stage. - Projected **defense geospatial market growth at 13.81% CAGR**, expanding from INR 1,975 crore (2021) to INR 3,305 crore by FY2025. - Strong engagements with DRDO and other defense agencies. #### 3. **Agriculture & Rural Development** - Leveraging **IGiS-AIS and IGiS-LIS** to support government schemes focused on **doubling farmers' income**, irrigation, and rural digitization. - GIS enables **precision farming, crop insurance, subsidy targeting**, and sustainable land use planning. #### 4. **Utilities (Power, Water, Gas, Telecom)** - Developed a **comprehensive web-based utility management solution**, compliant with digital infrastructure norms. - Government initiatives like **BharatNet, IPDS, CGD licensing, and Nal Se Jal** are driving GIS adoption. - Domestic GIS market in utilities to grow from INR 1,545 crore (2021) to **INR 2,600 crore by FY2025**. #### 5. **Education & B2C Expansion** - Gaining traction in the **higher education sector** with IGiS adopted by institutions like **MIT World Peace University (Pune)** and **HNB Garhwal University** for geomatics training. - Launched **Survey 360**, a GIS-based mobile application now available for **B2C users**, enabling: - Customizable form creation - Spatial data collection (Point, Line, Polygon) - Bluetooth GPS/GNSS integration - GeoJSON export and query builder - Efficient dataset management and attachment handling --- ### **Regulatory Tailwinds & Market Opportunity** - **2021 Geospatial Data Guidelines** and **2022 New Geospatial Policy** by the Ministry of Science and Technology have liberalized the sector: - Democratized access to geospatial data - Enabled private sector innovation - Boosted domestic production and exports - Upcoming **remote sensing and drone policies** expected to further catalyze growth. - SGL is poised to transition from a service provider to a **global solution exporter**, with export-oriented geospatial solutions projected to grow at **9.68% CAGR**, reaching **INR 2,331.8 crore by 2025**. --- ### **Business Model & Market Strategy** - **Customer-First Approach**: Deep collaboration with clients and Master System Integrators (MSIs). - **Strong Sales Network**: Growing direct sales team and partnerships with GIS service providers enhance reach. - **Product-Centric Transition**: Increasing focus on software licensing and platform-based offerings, which will improve margins, operational efficiency, and cash flow over the long term. - **Indigenous Advantage**: ‘Make in India’ positioning strengthens public-sector procurement eligibility and national trust. --- ### **Quality & Compliance** SGL maintains high standards of quality and security: - **ISO 9001:2015** (Quality Management) - **ISO 27001:2013** (Information Security) - **CMMI Level 3** (Process Maturity) - **OGC Membership**: Ensures compatibility and alignment with global geospatial standards