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1Spatial Group Limited

A global leader in Location Master Data Management, we help more than 1,000 organisations unlock the value of their data by validating, auditing, cleansing, correcting, synchronising and enhancing their spatial and non-spatial data.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
  • Digital twins
Products:
  • 1Integrate
  • 1Data Gateway
  • 1Capture
  • 1Streetworks
  • Professional Services
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
Service Features:
  • Training and support
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Mobile applications
UK-wide
Agile Applications (part of the IEG Group)

Agile Applications transforms public services with innovative digital solutions, helping Local Government streamline Planning, Building Control, and Land Charges using AI and automation. Our user-focused, ethical approach enhances efficiency, citizen engagement, and sustainability.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Service Features:
  • Training and support
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Mobile applications
Procurement:
  • G-Cloud 14
UK-wide
AICHITECT

AICHITECT is an AI co-pilot for Local Planning Authorities, helping planners assess development schemes with speed, consistency, and evidence-based accuracy. It also empowers architects, developers, and homeowners by predicting planning outcomes—reducing risk, saving time, and enabling more sustainable, data-driven decisions across the built environment.

Service Areas:
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
Products:
  • Co-Pilot
  • Project Prediction Certification
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
  • Real-Time Streaming
  • Satellite Imagery
Service Features:
  • Training and support
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Mobile applications
England, Global, UK-wide
AiDASH

AiDASH provides AI-powered satellite solutions designed to enhance planning and environmental sustainability. BNGAI™ is its biodiversity net gain (BNG) management platform, offering planning professionals advanced tools to assess, plan, and monitor biodiversity compliance. By combining satellite imagery and AI, BNGAI™ empowers data-driven decision-making for sustainable planning outcomes.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
Products:
  • BNGAI™
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Satellite Imagery
Service Features:
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Mobile applications
England
Appeal Finder

Appeal Finder provides a fully searchable database of all English planning appeals, using powerful software to help you locate developments similar to your own. Planners, architects, barristers and developers all find it an invaluable tool for improving their planning applications and appeals, enhancing their prospects of success.

Service Areas:
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
Products:
  • Appeal Finder
Global, UK-wide
Arcus Global Limited

Arcus Global is a UK based company founded in 2009. We have developed a platform-based suite of Applications for Local and Central Government. We address the challenges in citizen digital interaction and citizen relationship management through specific platform-based case management solutions for Planning, Building Control, Licensing and Environmental Health etc.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
Products:
  • Arcus Planning
  • Arcus Development Monitoring
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
Service Features:
  • Training and support
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Mobile applications
England, UK-wide, Wales
Blue Fox Technology Ltd

Blue Fox Technology provides digital mapping, GIS and cartographic services for output to different media, in particular accessible, online interactive maps. Developer of OpusMap: hosted interactive mapping software for users to make their own interactive maps from their own data.

Service Areas:
  • Community engagement
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
Products:
  • OpusMap
Technologies:
  • Machine Learning
  • Satellite Imagery
Service Features:
  • Training and support
  • Mobile applications
Global, UK-wide
Bluesky International, a Woolpert Company

Bluesky International is the leading aerial survey and geographic data company, producing high quality, accurate digital aerial photography and height data on a national scale in Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland. We have a full range of geospatial data products and offer bespoke or tailored data capture solutions.

Service Areas:
  • Visualisation, 3D modelling and animations
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Digital twins
Products:
  • GeoStream
  • Aerial Photography
  • National Tree Map™ (NTM™)
  • National Hedgerow Map™ (NHM™)
  • MetroVista™
  • LiDAR Height Data
  • Standard Height Data
  • 3D Building Models
  • Partner Products
Technologies:
  • Satellite Imagery
Service Features:
  • Training and support
  • Live chat / help lines
Global, UK-wide
British Geological Survey

The British Geological Survey is the UK’s premier provider of geological data, services and products. Our knowledge of the surface and subsurface can be used to improve decisions about how and where to develop land e.g. for infrastructure, housing and environmental protection.

Service Areas:
  • Visualisation, 3D modelling and animations
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Digital twins
Products:
  • GeoIndex web tool
  • BGS information products and services for planning
  • BGS Geohazard information products
  • BGS Georeports
Technologies:
  • Machine Learning
  • Satellite Imagery
UK-wide
Building Atlas

Building Atlas is your partner in decarbonising your buildings. We analyse your whole portfolio and give near-instant insights into regulatory compliance risks, energy efficiency gains and the best retrofits to tackle for maximum ROI.

Service Areas:
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
  • Satellite Imagery

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The directory is brought to you by the Digital Task Force for Planning, a not-for-profit organisation. Our ambition is to promote digital integration and advancement in Spatial Planning to tackle the grand challenges in the 21st Century.
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Your questions answered

What is the Digital Planning Directory?

The Digital Planning Directory is a one-stop shop for state-of-the-art digital planning solutions. Seed-funded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), it is delivered and managed by the Digital Task Force for Planning, an innovation-led not-for-profit organisation. The Directory includes digital planning service providers through its Digital Planning Service Provider Listing (“Service Provider Listing”) and a separate Digital Planning Education and Training Listing (“Education and Training Listing”). The Service Provider Listing includes providers offering innovative digital services to support and enhance planning, development, management and engagement processes. As a comprehensive, user-friendly online resource for digital planning tools, services, and platforms, it is designed to meet the diverse needs of public and private sector stakeholders. It contains essential information about providers, including their areas of expertise, services, case studies, and contact details. The Directory also offers search and filtering functions to help users easily identify tools and expertise that meet specific needs and objectives. The Education and Training Listing brings together universities and training providers offering courses with dedicated digital planning content. This includes programmes focused on specialised digital planning, as well as integrated planning programmes that incorporate substantial digital components.

What is the purpose of the Digital Planning Directory?

The purpose of the Directory is to build the foundation for a scalable digital planning ecosystem that transforms mainstream planning practice. By providing a trusted and comprehensive platform for digital service providers, as well as education and training organisations, it improves the sector’s visibility, strengthens connectivity, and reduces barriers to adoption. Through structured information, extensive cross-sector engagement, and practical resources, the Directory promotes best practice in digital planning innovation and empowers the sector to accelerate its growth for the public good.

What types of service providers are included in the Directory?

The Directory includes a range of UK digital planning service providers, including Community Engagement; Visualisation,3D Modelling, and Animations; Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Mapping; Environmental and Sustainability Services; Planning and Urban Design Services; Land Search and Assessment; Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Software Solutions; Plan-making, Planning Application and Data Management Systems; Organisational Digital Transformation; and Digital Twins. Each service provider listed in the Directory demonstrates expertise in at least one of these defined categories, offering state-of-the-art digital planning solutions to streamline and improve planning processes. A maximum of five of the most relevant categories can be selected by each provider.

Is there a validation process, and what does it involve?

Yes, there is a validation process for listings in the Digital Planning Directory. This process is conducted by the Digital Task Force for Planning and involves three steps: Step 1 – Initial Review Step 2 – Full Account Setup Step 3 – Full Content and Compliance Check For more details, please read about Our Validation Process.

What types of education and training organisations are included in the Directory?

The Education and Training Listing includes universities and training providers offering courses and programmes with a strong focus on digital planning. These fall into two main categories: Digital specialist courses: Programmes that focus heavily on data analytics and digital tools, providing in-depth exploration of advanced topics relevant to planning. This includes areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), digital twins, simulation, and data science. Integrated courses: Planning programmes with a strong digital focus or dedicated specialism. These courses emphasise the practical application of digital tools and techniques within planning contexts, including GIS, urban analytics, spatial data analysis, and 3D modelling.
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