Synthos - Your GIS and Mapping Consulting Experts

Bringing 20 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TO

GIS WORK

Synthos is a full service GIS and mapping consulting firm, serving a variety of industries including the U.S. Federal Government.

GPS/GNSS

GIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

GIS MAPPING SERVICES

SYNTHOS LLC

TESTIMONIALS

WILL FREEMEN

ENGINEER, NOAA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

Tom Simon’s services are some of the best around! As a customer of Tom for many years, he has provided outstanding support in website management/redesigning, complex site surveying using GPS, and robust GIS project development and support. Tom has the ability to see through the many challenges and come up with innovative and cost-effective solutions. Tom can also provide you with hands-on easy-to-follow introduction or customized training in the areas of, GIS, geospatial analysis, and GPS surveying. If you need GIS/analysis, mapping, GPS survey, and web support – Tom is the one you want on your team!

THOMAS ALTVATER

NOAA DIR. OF SAFETY (RETIRED)

I have known and worked with Tom since 2002 when I joined NOAA as Chief, Safety and Health Division. He was under contract with NOAA on the West Coast performing highly technical IT and related work with later emphasis in GIS mapping. His work is flawless and always on time. Plus he has the rare ability to manage his bosses. Tom also has the intestinal fortitude and stamina to work independently as a small business. He will provide any new customer that personal service to get a project done on time and under budget.

ED GREUTERT

BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON

Tom is great to work with, he brings a “can do” mentality to every job, he helps develop and effectively manages client expectations, and delivers quality work on time and within budget. Tom brings a positive attitude and key skills to every project.

SIERRA CAMILLERI

NORTHWEST EDISON

Tom has been a great help to the NWE team over the years. When we have a deadline and the workload is too much to complete on time, we will then reach out to Tom for help completing the task. Tom has always been quick to respond to my emails and phone calls and gives an honest timeframe how long a task should take. Tom is also there to help when I come across something that I am unfamiliar with and when we looking for new, faster and better techniques to better serve our customers.

Shashank

Tom was exceptional. I worked with him recently for a GIS project. He was courteous, timely, and went above and beyond to deliver a stellar work product. He is very knowledgeable with impeccable credentials, clearly an expert in this field. I appreciated his problem-solving attitude and creativity as well.

I would recommend Synthos to anyone looking for help with their GIS needs.

MINH TRINH

NOAA NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE

I have worked with Tom for over 10 years, and have always been impressed by his optimism and “Can-Do” attitude. He is an experienced GPS and GIS professional, who works hard to find the right solution for his clients. Tom is good with people, and understands the balance between technology and people skills needed to get the job done. Most of all, he is honest. You can count on him to do his best to help you meet your goals

GPS/GNSS Services

GPS/GNSS Mission Planning & Setup

We plan and setup GPS/GNSS data collection to the highest standards. From establishing geodetic control, to complex networks, we ensure you get set up and working correctly.

Field Data collection

From simple points to large, complex projects, we help you gather all the data you need. From remote Alaska to Hawaii, to the Louisiana Bayou; We are experienced in many environments, and specialize in problem-solving.

Post Processing and Real Time survey (Rtk).

Both Mapping/GIS grade and Survey Grade and Geodetic surveys are processed to the highest standards. We do full post-processing when appropriate to National Geodetic Survey (NGS) standards. A variety of real time survey tools are also available.

Data conversion and Export to GIS/CAD

We specialize in conversion of GPS data to the appropriate GIS formats, and to standard CAD formats. We use only be latest Trimble@ software.

Mapping and Survey Grade

Whether it is mapping out your vacation route, gathering sub-foot level data for your GIS Project, or sub-centimeter Survey level work, we do it all, and we do it accurately.

GIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

GIS Consulting, Program Development. Expert Advising

Do you need to leverage Geospatial information for your business? Want to develop GIS Mapping for in-house use? Not sure where to start? Synthos can help you choose the Geospatial tools most appropriate to your needs, desired capabilities, and budget. Large or small, we can help you. Just need some questions answered? Call us!

Professional Quality Assurance (QA/QC) Services

Attention to detail is key in many professions, it is critical in GIS and Mapping. We can provide QA services even if we are not running your GIS project. Sometimes it is useful to have an impartial third party review your data, process, or final products. We are happy to provide these services.

Data Verification and Conversion

Remember in school when all the GIS data was clean, formatted, and usable? Not so often in the “real world.” With years of experience, we have learned the tricks needed to Clean, Verify, QA geo-spatial data and convert it to the most appropriate format. Data Doctors here!

Mentoring, Training, and Technical Support

Developing your own GIS system and staff? We can help with training, getting started with hardware, software, data sourcing, and the setup process. We do custom on-site training and provide Technical Support for Students, Decision-makers, GIS staff, or… anyone.

GIS Mapping Services

Full GIS Project Lifecycle

From initial planning, project design, Geospatial analysis, Mapping to final QA and reports; we do it all. We can help you through the entire process of a GIS/Mapping project.

DATA COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, MAPPING AND FIGURE PRODUCTION

Whichever stage you project is at, we can help. Geospatial Data collection? We’ve got you. Just need some Analysis? Call us. Need maps and figures made from your data, we are happy to help with exactly what you need.

Industry Standard Software

We use the best software available. ArcGIS Pro, the entire ESRI suite, Trimble, and other selected tools to meet your specific needs.

GIS HOSTING, ONLINE MAPS, AND REFERRALS

We can host your GIS system for you, or help you set up your own in-house. We can help get your online mapping system set up, and access online geospatial data. Finally, if we are not the perfect fit for your needs, we will refer you to our network of other Geospatial and Mapping specialists at no charge.

THE TEAM

Tom Simon

PRESIDENT

Tom Simon is an experienced Geographer and GIS Consultant. Holding a Master of Science Degree in Geography, Tom has almost 25 years of experience creating GIS solutions, Mapping a variety of data in many fields, including Data Collection using GPS in many settings, notably remote Alaska. His passion is helping clients develop creative geospatial solutions that add value to their business or enterprise. He has worked with a wide variety of clients, including NOAA, EPA, businesses and non-profits alike.

Zita Concepcion-Simon

SUPERSTAR QUALITY ASSURANCE EXPERT

Zita Concepcion-Simon is an IT Professional, originally from the Philippines, with over two decades of work experience in the Software Development Life Cycle i.e. requirement-gathering, development & testing. She also has extensive experience with Quality Assurance (QC/QA) testing.