Precise BPO Solution provides semantic segmentation for images and video. Our 540+ team members in Pune, India label every pixel to your class guidelines, with a target of up to 99.8% pixel accuracy. We work with teams in autonomous driving, medical imaging, retail, agriculture, robotics, geospatial and AR/VR.
Compliance and Reach
Semantic segmentation is a pixel-level image annotation technique where every pixel in an image or video frame gets a class label, such as road, pedestrian, building, organ, or crop. Unlike bounding box labeling, which draws rectangles around objects, semantic segmentation creates dense masks that outline every region of a scene, so the model sees the whole scene and not just the objects in it.
It is one of the most detailed forms of image annotation in computer vision, used wherever boundaries matter: autonomous driving, medical diagnostics, satellite land cover mapping, and AR/VR. A model learns exactly what its labels teach it, so any boundary mistake in the masks ends up in the model.
We deliver masks as PNG, COCO JSON, Pascal VOC XML, GeoTIFF, NIfTI, or a custom schema, ready to load into PyTorch, MMSegmentation, DeepLab, SAM, or Detectron2 training pipelines. New to annotation? Our guide to data labeling covers the basics, and our pricing guide covers typical costs.
Segmentation is one of the more demanding services in our data labeling work, because every pixel has to be right, not just the object outline. Teams use these pixel-level annotations for navigation, diagnosis, mapping, AR/VR, and robotic vision, where object boundaries directly affect model results.
Precise BPO Solution is a data labeling company in India. We have worked with image data since 2017 and now have 540+ in-house team members delivering semantic segmentation datasets. We set up the class hierarchy, segmentation rules, and labeling guidelines with you, then run the project end to end, from a first pilot to large ongoing programs. Typical work includes multi-class segmentation, custom taxonomy setup, and IoU-based quality checks, delivered as PNG masks or COCO JSON. If you also need forms or records processed, we handle online data entry under the same NDA.
We have processed 810M+ images across all project types, including 38M+ segmented images, spanning autonomous vehicles, medical imaging, retail, agriculture, geospatial satellite imagery, sports analytics, fashion and apparel, robotics, and industrial AI. All of it runs under NDA with role-based access and 3-tier QA.
The segmentation type you choose affects your model design, labeling cost, and output quality. Here is how the three compare.
| Criteria | Semantic Segmentation | Instance Segmentation | Panoptic Segmentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it labels | Every pixel classified by class, so all cars share one mask | Each individual object instance gets a unique mask | Combines semantic (background) + instance (objects) |
| Best for | Scene understanding: roads, sky, terrain, medical tissue mapping | Counting, tracking individual objects in crowded scenes | Full scene parsing: autonomous driving, urban mapping |
| Annotation Complexity | Moderate: class-level masking | High: per-instance separation required | Highest: full scene coverage plus instance IDs |
| Cost Efficiency | Lowest cost per image of the three | Higher: instance-level effort | Highest cost: full scene annotation |
| Common Use Cases | Road parsing, medical imaging, satellite land cover, agriculture | Object counting, cell detection, retail product isolation | Full AV scene understanding, urban planning AI |
| Precise BPO Service | This page: Semantic Segmentation | Request Instance Segmentation Pricing → | Request Panoptic Segmentation Pricing → |
Not sure which segmentation type fits your project? Talk to one of our annotation specialists and we'll recommend the right approach based on your object classes, model architecture, and dataset volume.
Segmentation for AI teams in automotive, healthcare, retail, agriculture, mapping, and robotics.
Road surfaces, drivable zones, lanes, vehicles, pedestrians, traffic signs, vegetation, and obstacles labeled at pixel level to train driving and ADAS perception models.
Automotive Annotation →Tumors, organs, tissues, vessels, lesions, and anatomical structures segmented to support diagnostic AI, surgical planning, and clinical decision tools under HIPAA-aligned workflows. Masks are delivered as DICOM and NIfTI for clinical pipelines. For claims and records work, we also offer medical claims data entry.
Medical Annotation →Shelf layouts, products, packaging, backgrounds, and floor space segmented for inventory automation, AR try-ons, planogram checks, and in-store analytics. For catalog and SKU work, we also offer product data entry. Our retail data annotation workflows guide shows how shelf-detection pipelines are structured.
Retail Annotation →Crops, soil types, vegetation, water bodies, pests, and canopy regions segmented from drone and satellite imagery for precision agriculture, remote sensing, and yield prediction models.
Agriculture Annotation →GIS and urban-planning teams use our masks for land classes, buildings, rooftops, roads, water, terrain, and environmental zones.
Discuss a geospatial project →On the factory floor we segment machines, parts, tools, defects, and material types for robotic vision, QC automation, and assembly-line optimization.
Discuss an industrial project →For AR, VR, and mixed-reality teams we segment surfaces, walls, furniture, people, and depth-aware regions for spatial mapping.
Pixel-accurate, multi-class annotation with support for instances, occlusion, and depth.
Boundaries follow object edges, and every mask is checked against reference annotations.
We annotate multiple object types and material classes within the same frame using a structured class hierarchy.
If you also need to separate individual objects, such as each car or each person, we can add instance masks to the same project, for both images and video.
Partially hidden, overlapping, or tightly packed objects are segmented following the occlusion rules written into your guidelines.
We support depth maps, LiDAR overlays, and spatial segmentation for AR/VR applications, robotics, and autonomous navigation systems.
We set up classes, hierarchies, and color maps to match your model.
Work runs from small validation batches to multi-million-image programs, with a dedicated project manager assigned from the start.
We combine automated mask validation, IoU/accuracy sampling, and human expert review so the dataset is consistent and ready to train on.
Every project follows the same six steps, from requirements through delivery, run by a dedicated annotation team.
We agree on the objective, class taxonomy, mask format, and IoU thresholds, and write down the pixel-level annotation rules before labeling starts.
Images and video frames arrive via encrypted transfer and are organized into batches on NDA-bound, access-controlled infrastructure.
Annotators create the pixel masks for every object class and for the background, following your guidelines, with instance separation where needed.
Every batch gets mask consistency checks, IoU/mIoU scoring, automated validation, and expert sign-off against our target of up to 99.8%.
We use your feedback to update guidelines and class definitions and re-annotate where needed, until the dataset meets your pipeline requirements.
We deliver segmentation datasets as PNG masks, COCO JSON, Pascal VOC, GeoTIFF, NIfTI, or a custom schema, with QC logs, audit trails, and a dedicated project manager for ongoing volumes.
We work within your existing toolchain or recommend a stack that fits your project. No lock-in and no need to retool.
Segmentation projects we have delivered, and what the clients reported afterward.
Accuracy by annotation type, measured through our multi-stage QC and client review cycles.
| Annotation Type | Accuracy Target | Performance | QC Stages | Format Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semantic Segmentation | Up to 99.8% | 3-Tier QA | PNG, COCO JSON, Pascal VOC | |
| Instance Segmentation | 99.6% | 3-Tier QA | COCO JSON, custom schema | |
| Medical Image Labeling | Up to 99.8% | 3-Tier QA + Expert Review | DICOM, PNG, NIfTI | |
| LiDAR / Depth Segmentation | 99.5% | 3-Tier QA | PCD, BIN, JSON overlay | |
| Video Frame Segmentation | 99.4% | 3-Tier QA + Sampling | Frame PNG, COCO Video | |
| Satellite / Aerial Segmentation | 99.7% | 3-Tier QA | GeoTIFF, Shapefile, JSON |
Standard batches pass three QA tiers before delivery, and medical work gets an added expert review. These checks catch boundary errors, wrong class labels, and low-IoU masks before they reach your training set.
The annotator checks their own work, then a senior peer cross-checks it. This catches class misassignments, boundary errors, and guideline deviations before any automated scoring.
Every mask is scored against mean Intersection over Union (mIoU) benchmarks. Boundary inconsistencies and statistical outliers across the batch are flagged for human review.
A QA lead audits a random sample of every batch and reviews the full batch on high-stakes projects. Client feedback loops are built in: corrections are applied and re-validated before final delivery.
Precise BPO is an India-based data labeling company with 9+ years of experience in image annotation, working with AI teams in the US, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, and beyond. We are a good fit for teams that care about boundary accuracy and consistent QC. Our full range of data labeling services covers 15+ annotation types, all handled by our in-house team.
Request a Pilot Batch →Hands-on experience with pixel-level annotation in automotive, medical, agriculture, retail, and robotics.
No freelancers or subcontractors. Our trained segmentation team handles high volumes, and urgent batches ramp up quickly.
Role-based access, an NDA, encrypted transfer, and audit trails apply to every segmentation project, including medical, government, and enterprise datasets. Our controls are aligned with ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR requirements. Need to strip PII before labeling begins? Our data de-identification and masking services anonymize sensitive imagery upstream of the pipeline.
Every batch gets mIoU scoring, automated validation, and human review before it is delivered.
Our teams are based in India, so our rates are well below typical US and EU vendors. Pricing is quoted upfront with no hidden fees.
Multi-class, instance-aware, and hierarchical segmentation, delivered as PNG, COCO, GeoTIFF, NIfTI, or your custom schema.
A side-by-side look at accuracy, setup time, scale, compliance, control, and cost.
| Criteria | In-House Team | Generic BPO | Precise BPO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixel Accuracy | 82–90% (no dedicated mIoU QC) | 90–95% (inconsistent QC) | ✔ Target of up to 99.8%, 3-tier QA with mIoU scoring |
| Setup Time | 6–10 weeks (hire, train, tool) | 3–5 weeks | ✔ Free pilot first, production starts after your sample sign-off |
| Scalability for Surge Volumes | ❌ Fixed headcount, slow ramp | ⚠ Limited, delays common | ✔ 540+ in-house team, fast ramp-up |
| Cost vs In-House | Baseline (salary + infra) | 25–35% savings | ✔ 40–60% Below US/UK Rates |
| Compliance for Sensitive Data | ❌ Rarely documented HIPAA/GDPR controls | ⚠ Varies, ask for proof | ✔ ISO 27001, HIPAA & GDPR-aligned controls |
| Format Support | ⚠ Limited to in-house tools | ⚠ Often format-locked | ✔ PNG, COCO, GeoTIFF, NIfTI, DICOM, custom |
| Domain Expertise | ⚠ Depends on who you hire and train | ⚠ Varies by vendor | ✔ Medical, autonomous driving, satellite and retail specialists |
| Day-to-Day Control | ✔ Annotators sit with your ML team | ⚠ Usually through a vendor manager | ⚠ Through a dedicated project manager and sample reviews |
| Free Trial / Pilot | ❌ Not applicable | ❌ Rarely offered | ✔ Free 50-image pilot, no commitment |
No platform fees, no lock-in. Choose the model that fits your volume, timeline, and budget, then request a quote for your project. All engagements include a free 50-image pilot before any commitment.
Pay per labeled image. Ideal for defined datasets, one-off segmentation projects, or AI startups building initial training sets at a predictable per-unit cost.
Priced per video frame. Suited to autonomous driving, surveillance, and robotics datasets where frame-level pixel masks are the natural unit of work.
Hourly model for high-complexity segmentation, such as dense medical scenes, LiDAR overlays, or multi-class satellite data, where per-image pricing doesn't reflect the actual effort.
A dedicated segmentation team at fixed monthly capacity. Best for enterprises with continuous labeling needs, active learning pipelines, or ongoing production datasets.
Our team in India runs shifts that overlap with working hours in the US, UK, Europe, APAC, the Middle East, Australia, Canada, and LATAM. Our workflows are aligned with HIPAA for US clients and GDPR for European clients.
Feedback from clients in autonomous driving, healthcare, agriculture, and computer vision.
"We sent them our ADAS dataset and the masks came back cleaner than what we'd had from other vendors. Their turnaround and QC kept our training cycles on schedule."
"For medical imaging you need annotators who understand what they're looking at. Their workflow is secure, and the expert QA gave us confidence in every batch."
"We outsourced over a million frames of drone footage for crop segmentation. It arrived on time, and the class labels were consistent across the whole dataset."
"They have been a dependable white-label partner for us. The team works inside our platform, delivers PNG and COCO at volume, and the mIoU scores have been consistently strong."
Answers on accuracy, formats, QA, large projects, security, and pricing.
We label every pixel in your images or video frames with a class, such as road, vehicle, organ, or crop, and deliver the masks in the format your pipeline needs. The service covers multi-class segmentation, instance-aware masks, and color-coded class overlays. Projects range from small validation batches to more than 10M frames.
Standard batches go through three checks: annotator and peer review, automated mIoU scoring, and a QA lead audit. Reviewers check boundary placement and labels, including in dense scenes. Our annotation governance framework explains how we build and audit QA pipelines.
Deliverables include PNG masks, COCO JSON, Pascal VOC XML, GeoTIFF, NIfTI, DICOM, or client-defined schemas. Outputs support multi-class, instance-aware, or hierarchical segmentation and can go straight into your training and evaluation pipelines.
We work in autonomous driving, medical imaging, retail, agriculture, robotics, geospatial mapping, and AR/VR. Typical jobs include road and lane segmentation, organ and tissue labeling, shelf region segmentation, and land-cover mapping.
Large projects run in batches with a dedicated project manager, agreed checkpoints, and scheduled reviews. If guidelines change midway, revisions are handled batch by batch.
Yes. Our workflows are aligned with ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR. Every engagement has role-based access, an NDA, encryption, and secure transfer, including for sensitive medical and government datasets.
Mostly by hand. Annotators draw the boundaries and assign classes to your guidelines, and a second reviewer checks every batch. Automated checks (IoU scoring, overlap detection, and outlier scans) flag problems, but people make the final labeling decisions and corrections.
Pricing depends on annotation complexity, number of classes, image or frame volume, and the level of review required. Common models are per image, per frame, hourly, and monthly retainer, so you can pick one that suits a one-off batch or a long-term engagement. Our pricing guide breaks down what drives annotation cost. If you are comparing vendors, see our guide to the top data annotation companies. Contact us for a tailored quote.
Practical guides on data labeling, annotation quality, pricing, and choosing an annotation vendor.
Standard turnaround is 24–48 hours, and the 50-image pilot is free with no commitment. The pilot starts within 48 hours after the NDA is signed, and pilot delivery takes 24–48 hours, where applicable. Tell us about your autonomous driving, medical imaging, retail, AR/VR, or industrial AI project and we'll scope it and reply within one business day.
Tell us what you need labeled and we will send a project plan and quote.
Our team will review your project and reply within one business day with a project plan and a quote.
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