Laser scanning services are often not recognized as a technology that benefits more than just a few industries. Of course, 3D scanning services are most commonly associated with manufacturing and engineering industries because these kinds of scanning services have the ability to precisely capture physical data for the design and manufacture of products. However, a number of other kinds of businesses may require 3D laser scanning services for the purpose of gathering data from environments, objects, and spaces for a number of reasons. Here are some other industries that benefit from professional scanning services, but are not typically associated with laser scanning.

Archaeological organizations can use laser scanning services in a way that is similar to construction companies. In order to survey a terrain to dig safely, 3D laser scanning services are used to pinpoint the best method of excavation. In addition to this, archaeological industries can also utilize 3D scanning services to record the physical information of underground chambers and tunnels for the purposes of restoration and archiving. Virtual tours of historical areas that can be enjoyed by the public are made possible by these kinds of scanning services. Tours like these are ideal when real tours would be dangerous to the public.

Similarly, historical preservation societies implement the use of 3D scanning services for the purpose of collecting physical data concerning historical artefacts. This is a necessary step for historical preservation societies to succeed in restoring such objects to their original condition if they become damaged. Also, large historical objects, such as the Eiffel Tower or the statue of David, can be miniaturized for retail with laser scanning services. 3D laser scanning services were utilized in May 2010 to scan Mount Rushmore and the entire memorial park below it. In case the area is damaged gradually due to erosion, or a catastrophic event damages it, the scans will allow the area to be rebuilt to its exact current state.

Finally, police departments can and have been utilizing professional scanning services to document crime scene evidence in their exactness. All physical elements can be captured correctly, helping investigators see every tiny aspect of evidence that may be important to solving a case. Bullet trajectory based on the positioning of bullet holes can also be accomplished with 3D scanning services. Based on the scanned data, police are able to recreate the crime more accurately, thus providing information that could be imperative to the outcome of a court case.