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Like so many other services, professional land surveying has changed greatly over the years, based on the development of new technologies. What makes land surveying unique is its long and complex history, and understanding that history can be important to comprehending the current state of land surveying procedures. Read on for a brief overview of […]
In a complex, data intensive business like land surveying, making the most of new technological opportunities will always separate the most successful organizations from those that struggle to keep up. This is especially true when a new technology can help land surveyors save money, operate more efficiently, and get better results overall. When a single technology […]
With the world’s growing energy needs, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the energy industry will continue to diversify and expand. As a result, there is now greater interest in renewable energy sources, with solar energy being among the most popular. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association, solar accounted for about 40 percent of all new […]
With rapidly increasing energy demands, combined with a growing interest in pursuing renewable energy options, it’s no surprise that alternative energy technologies such as wind and solar have begun to catch on in a big way over the past few years. In fact, according to the Wind Energy Foundation, wind power is the fastest growing source […]
Taking advantage of new technologies is a good way for a firm to accelerate their building projects and get a leg up on the competition. However, understanding those new technologies and the benefits they can offer can be difficult for companies that have not had prior experience with the technology. One example of this situation […]
For oil and gas companies, making sure that their projects comply with all pertinent environmental regulations is of the utmost importance. In addition to demonstrating good corporate citizenship, looking out for possible environmental problems in advance is necessary in order to avoid possible delays and reroutes once the project has already started. Oil and gas […]
Municipal government agencies face a variety of challenges when it comes to major building projects. Their projects must meet the same standards for quality and safety that every other building project is held to, but at the same time, they must also make the most of taxpayer funding. One way that municipal agencies can cut costs […]
What if you could train your team to run a working industrial facility before they even step foot in the building? What might have seemed like a fantasy is now very much a possibility due to virtual reality (VR) technology. Your employees can now explore a detailed 3D model of your facility, allowing them to gain all […]
Award winning land surveying company, Landpoint, was granted a Section 333 status by the Federal Aviation Administration last month, allowing the company to expand its land surveying services by using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for commercial purposes. Section 333 status is granted on a case-by-case basis for certain unmanned aircraft to perform commercial operations. This certificate is a verification […]
