Not all point clouds are destined to be 3D models. A project may call for watching for changes in a surface, for example.

To simplify these processes, technological advancements have provided a solution: site surveys based on point clouds and 3D scanning, which have the potential to revolutionize the design process.

A technique like point-cloud modeling can also create an opportunity for sorting through and storing many types of information. Notre Dame is a perfect example.