GEOINT 2025 | GDIT - Will Clapperton

Adam Simmons speaks with Will Clapperton from GDIT at the GEOINT 2025 Symposium. Will highlights GDIT's focus on supporting tactical missions with advanced technology. He provides an example of their innovative work using VR/AR technology for post-damage assessment scenarios. This allows users to immerse themselves in a virtual landscape containing geospatial data, identify areas needing attention like damaged infrastructure, plan subsequent steps, and share that critical information with other responders. Will stresses that GDIT's involvement goes deep into everyday missions, far beyond traditional IT support, and emphasizes their passion for working close to the tactical edge. He also offers advice to young professionals entering the field, encouraging technologists to prioritize understanding and addressing tactical mission needs.

Highlights

• Interview with Will Clapperton from GDIT.

• GDIT focuses on supporting tactical missions with technology.

• Discusses the use of VR/AR technology for post-damage assessment.

• Allows users to immerse themselves in a landscape with geospatial data.

• Helps in identifying damaged areas and planning response actions.

• Facilitates sharing information among responders.

• Highlights GDIT's deep involvement in everyday missions, close to the tactical area of need.

• Advice for young technologists: Focus on the tactical mission needs.