New England Real Estate Journal

Ones To Watch: Innovators in CRE - Chris Barajas, Hancock Associates

August 28, 2026 - Spotlight Content
Chris Barajas
Staff Surveyor
Hancock Associates

Where do you see the biggest opportunities for innovation in CRE or your area of expertise? I’m excited about the evolution of reality-capture technology and the opportunities it creates within surveying. GNSS, 3D scanning, and drones to enable us to collect more information efficiently, reduce errors, and improve deliverables. These technologies also create detail-rich products that are easier to interpret. Most exciting is their potential beyond traditional surveying, allowing professionals to apply their expertise in new ways, explore emerging markets, and expand the services and value they provide to clients.