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1 Spike for Sign & Graphics Industry ikegps GROUP LIMITED l MEASURING UP FY15 RESULTS & COMMENTARY 1

2 Training Agenda About ikegps Spike Value Propositions How Sign Shops Use Spike Spike Product Overview Live Demo Top Q&A Selling Spike Questions

3 About ikegps

4 About ikegps Inc.

5 Spike Value Propositions

6 Spike: a laser accurate Smartphone measurement solution

7 Spike is site survey & estimation tool Capture dimensions for new signs or sign replacements

8 The time to measure is reduced to minutes site surveys without ladders, tape measures, or service trucks

9 Turn around estimates for your customers faster...quickly prepare bids & estimate materials by measuring lengths and areas

10 Measure when and how you want from the Spike app or the online tools (cloud)

11 One site visit for your measurements access the photo at anytime to remeasure or view measurements In the field At the office

12 Export and share your measurements instantly with customers or colleagues, and add to quotes or permits

13 Pick the export format that works best for you select from PDF, JPG, Spike file (XML), shareable URL, KMZ From the mobile app From the cloud

14 How do sign shops use Spike, and what are the benefits?

15 Many types of signs & graphics are measured with Spike New Location Channel letters Monument Vehicle Wraps Pylon Window Perf Wide-format

measure in real-time using the device in front of customer Use photo to create a mockup of the sign

16 How Spike is used for sign and graphics In the field At the office Quick site surveys (drive by), then measure at the office Calculate and prepare estimates/quotes for customers Customer engagement measure in real-time using the device in front of customer Use photo to create a mockup of the sign for the customer Installation team conducts final survey Include photo and measurements in permit application

Spike benefits for sign and graphics professionals

site for additional measurements Cut Costs No need

customer acquisition costs Increase Revenue

17 Spike benefits for sign and graphics professionals Save Time Faster site surveys No need to return to site for additional measurements Cut Costs No need for labor or equipment to estimate project Cut customer acquisition costs Increase Revenue Turnaround quotes faster or even in 1 day Grow customer base more quickly

18 Spike Product Overview

19 Spike Product Overview (1/2)

20 Spike Product Overview (2/2)

How to use Spike: 3 Phases Setup Attach Spike to a

compass Measure Take a photo Draw measurements (no

centimeters Report & Share Export as PDF, JPG, Spike

21 How to use Spike: 3 Phases Setup Attach Spike to a Smartphone case Install & launch app Calibrate laser & compass Measure Take a photo Draw measurements (no manual input) Measure in feet, inches, meters, or centimeters Report & Share Export as PDF, JPG, Spike file (XML), KMZ Measure from your desktop using online, cloud-based tools

Photogrammetry the science of making measurements from photographs Using the Spike app, point the laser at the area that you want to measure and take a photo Spike uses the laser rangefinder distance

22 Photogrammetry the science of making measurements from photographs Using the Spike app, point the laser at the area that you want to measure and take a photo Spike uses the laser rangefinder distance to set the scale of the object Using the Spike Align tool, identify a natural occurring rectangle on the surface The alignment rectangle sets your horizontal and vertical angles Scale & Angles are used to produce an accurate measurement

23 Live Demo

24 Measure Limitations (1/2) Photo Measurements must be done on a single plane

25 Measure Limitations (2/2) Photos should not be taken at significantly oblique angles

26 Top Spike Q&A support.ikegps.com

27 Q. How does Spike attach to my phone or tablet? A. Attach Spike to a case You may wish to use two cases one with Spike attached to it and the other for general day-to-day use Spike needs to be in a permanent position For tablets, attach Spike as close as possible to the camera, but not obstructing the camera

28 Q. Do I need to do any calibration? A. Yes, you need to align the Spike laser, before using the first time

away 0-30 degrees from center Measurements are within 1-to-2 inches (or better)

29 Q. How can I get the most accurate measurements? A. The more perpendicular, the better the accuracy Customers say Between feet away 0-30 degrees from center Measurements are within 1-to-2 inches (or better) How does that compare too Climbing a ladder with a tape measure Counting bricks Guessing Not Optimal Optimal

30 Q. Can I measure windows? A. Yes, but watch where you point the Spike laser The laser will go through a window, so use a piece of paper or film, or aim at frame Aim at non-reflective surfaces

31 Q. What if I m at an angle? A. Use the alignment rectangle Correct for angle/perspective/ scale Higher accuracy Draw a rectangle

32 Q. How do I measure different shapes? A. Points can be added or deleted to create the polygon you want Add points Delet e points

33 Q. Can Spike be used for Vehicle Wraps? A. Yes, ideally for: Measuring box trucks or other vehicles that have no template Measuring parts of a vehicle for decals, graphics, or window wraps Measuring full wraps when in the field, and need a quick estimate while on site with a customer and no access to a template database Measuring existing decals or partial wraps that have been damaged in a collision, and the collision shop and/or insurance company need a photo with measurements for the replacement

34 How to Purchase Spike

Purchasing Spike Cost per Spike unit = $499 (USD) (MSRP) 30-day money back guarantee (1) year warranty Extremely low return rate ikegps provides direct-to-customer support,

35 Purchasing Spike Cost per Spike unit = $499 (USD) (MSRP) 30-day money back guarantee (1) year warranty Extremely low return rate ikegps provides direct-to-customer support, post-sales support Monday Friday, 6am 6pm (US- MST) Majority of support calls are about measurement accuracy due to improper usage (e.g. reflective surfaces, laser alignment, laser target)

36 Questions

37 Tech Questions? Tech Support Contact Information: Toll Free: Direct: Website: support.ikegps.com

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