Gavin Schrock talks with Zach Pieper about interdisciplinary solutions in the ever-evolving fields of UAV flight, surveying, excavation, and machine control.
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Growing your surveying and geospatial mobile data and communications skills and tools with Michael Dix
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xyHt's Gavin Schrock interviews Amanda Allred, a distinguished surveyor with the Corps of Engineers – and the incoming VP for the NSPS.
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Gavin talks mapping applications with Rohan Verma, CEO and Executive Director of MapmyIndia.
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Mapping a Levee: An aggressively scheduled survey project mapping the alignment of a levee along the Mississippi River during flooding was undertaken using multiple aerial and hydrographic platforms, which reduced costs but created the challenge of merging elevation data from temporal data sets. Surdex’s Steve Kasten tells us the details.
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Gavin and Joseph answer reader questions with geospatial figure Dr. Joseph Kerski–distinguished geographer, author, and educator.
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John Hamilton PLS, is a surveyor in Pennsylvania that does geodetic, monitoring, and engineering surveying all over the world, including work with Engineers Without Borders (EWB). He talks about some of his latest projects in Ecuador, where he used the RTX precise point positioning service with his GNSS rover on an EWB project to bring water to a remote village high in the Andes.
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Keeping an eye on the structural components of a 189-foot historic chimney has traditionally meant building scaffolding and sending people to precarious heights – a time-consuming, costly, and dangerous endeavor. Doug Reed of Meridian Associates talks about how a small drone equipped with a high-resolution camera quickly collected hundreds of images to provide a comprehensive assessment of the structure.
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In this inaugural episode, Neil interviews Tim Burch, the vice president of NSPS and a land surveyor, on topics ranging from keeping up with surveying technology to NSPS’s success in attracting youth and their new initiatives.
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Neil interviews Lewis Graham, president and CTO of GeoCue. Lewis advises on transitioning to new technologies, including when surveyors resist relaxing accuracy.
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Lieven is a surveyor from Belgium who runs his own business and specialises in land, construction and scanning. Born in Geel in Belgium and growing up in Tessenderlo, Lieven wanted to be a Lego designer. Although as you may have guessed it, Lieven is a luntmeter also known as surveyor, he is also a CEO, CFO, head of it, and rod man at LSBbvba. Man of all trades you could say. He began his career at a surveying firm in Brussels. He spends his work days completing scanning & surveying on mostly construction and in his spare time he enjoys life with his young family, cycling and skiing. We discuss how they survey in Belgium, technology and food. The Geoholics may have been mentioned as well & not by me!! As the Geospatial Marketer that's how we met.
You can find Lieven here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lsbbvba/
https://www.instagram.com/lsbbvba3945/?hl=en
You can find me at www.petacox.com
Podcast Support Defining Boundaries: https://www.patreon.com/PetaCox Instagram: @definingboundaries https://www.instagram.com/definingboundaries/?hl=en @surveygeekgirl https://www.instagram.com/surveygeekgirl/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox Music by Paul Greene https://www.instagram.com/greenepaul/ Red Shelf Records/Sounds Delicious Australia https://www.instagram.com/soundsdeliciousaustralia/
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Dr Jane Cooke hails from Tonbridge, Kent, a small town approximately an hours drive south East of London England, but now lives in Victoria Australia where she is the National Technical support and training manager for the geospatial division at CR Kennedy. She wanted to be a town planner, but began her career in the geospatial industry by completing her degree in Environmental Science and working in various voluntary positions surveying volcanoes around the world, This led to a PhD in Volcanology & post doctorate in geological hazard monitoring. She has since worked for Lecia Geosystems in the UK before moving to Australia to work with CR Kennedy. Jane is an avid reader and enjoys time outdoors camping & as she puts it, walking long distances. With a unique perspective on the differences between Aussie & English Surveyors & losing the battle on Scale factors…. A great listen to how Surveying & Spatial is used in the monitoring of Landslides & Volcanoes. You can find Jane on: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-cooke-197442/ You can contact me at: www.petacox.com Podcast Support Defining Boundaries: https://www.patreon.com/PetaCox @definingboundaries @surveygeekgirl www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox Music by Paul Greene https://www.instagram.com/greenepaul/ Red Shelf Records/Sounds Delicious Australia https://www.instagram.com/soundsdeliciousaustralia/
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Somewhere at an undisclosed location, there may have been a catch up of friends for a someone's 40th birthday...
Darren (Booth) & Tom (Casey) drove the 4.5+ hours each to be here so I thought we should have a casual catch up...
They may or may not have had a couple of beers before I arrived...
Some interesting topics were discussed. Some silly buggers had!
All in all this is just a catch up between friends caught on tape.
I hope you enjoy this off the cuff chat between friends....
You can contact me at: https://www.petacox.com @definingboundaries: https://www.instagram.com/definingboundaries/?hl=en @surveygeekgirl: https://www.instagram.com/surveygeekgirl/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox Music by Paul Greene: https://www.instagram.com/greenepaul/ Red Shelf Records/Sounds Delicious Australia: https://www.instagram.com/soundsdeliciousaustralia/
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We’re not just surveyors, we add a lot of value in a lot of different ways.
Join two old surfies talking about the ocean, sharks, the love of the water and surveying..
Born and Bred on the North Shore of Sydney, Dave Lovell, our quiet mild mannered Director and Surveyor at CMS Surveyors talks about how he ended up in Surveying, from mining Engineering to running a company, with over 80+ staff with life long friend. On the soap box about technology eradicating mentoring and training but making surveying easier and more accessible. Touching on the importance of lifelong learning, knowing your stuff, being a mentor not just a surveyor and what you need to grow your business.
Some cracker one liners were quoted, "Have the right Mindset & you will get far, find the right company for you and Never be Afraid to be Challenged" …
Lastly, Don’t get stressed on the little things!
Find Dave on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lovell-a94b80a/
CMS Surveyors:
https://www.instagram.com/cmssurveyors
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cms-surveyors-pty-ltd/?originalSubdomain=au
You can contact me at: https://www.petacox.com @definingboundaries: https://www.instagram.com/definingboundaries/?hl=en @surveygeekgirl: https://www.instagram.com/surveygeekgirl/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox Music by Paul Greene: https://www.instagram.com/greenepaul/ Red Shelf Records/Sounds Delicious Australia: https://www.instagram.com/soundsdeliciousaustralia/
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The daughter of teachers, Kellie spent her first few years at West Wylong before moving to the central coast where she made her home. Her aspirations growing up and how she began her studies at Newcastle University was in the Education Faculty studying to be a high school teacher. In a chance meeting with John Fryer on the football field, Kellie's career had a massive 90 degree turn into surveying. With 26 years of Industry experience, Keliie has had a focus on Land development. She was a co owner of Trehy Ingold Neate before a merger with Beverage Williams where she is now the NSW Manager. You can find Kellie on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellie-hassab-51196651/ https://beveridgewilliams.com.au/ Podcast Support Defining Boundaries: https://www.patreon.com/PetaCox @definingboundaries @surveygeekgirl www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox
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Turning right instead of left was the critical point in Michaels surveying career. Michael is a now retired Registered Surveyor and Town Planner with a wealth of experience gained as a private consultant practicing throughout New South Wales, particularly the North Coast region, for over 40 years. He has considerable experience in the land development process, taking many projects from concept design through to completion. From early on Michael knew that he was going to be a manager & run his own company. That company, RESOURCE DESIGN & MANAGEMENT just won an award for the Small Consultancy Category at the Surveying Consultancy Excellence Awards 2021 for Consulting Surveyors National. He is passionate about his work and encourages everyone to continually strive for excellence in their work. Michael is currently a Board Member of the Association of Consulting Surveyors NSW and the NSW Board of Surveying and Spatial Information. Previously he has been a Director of the Institution of Surveyors NSW, Chairman of the North Coast Group of the Institution and Chairman of the North Coast Chapter of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA). He is a guest town planning examiner with the NSW Board of Surveying and Spatial Information and has also been heavily involved in the training and education of surveying candidates aspiring to achieve registration with the Board. We finish up with chatting about life You can contact me at www.petacox.com Podcast Support Defining Boundaries: https://www.patreon.com/PetaCox @definingboundaries @surveygeekgirl www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox
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This episode of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast is the second part of our visit to New York City, specifically Brooklyn and the New York City College of Technology's Construction Management and & Civil Engineering Technology program. Your host, Tim Burch, sat down and talked the role of surveying in renewable energy with Lem Morrison, Business Development Lead for GdB Geospatial as well as Adjunct Assistant Professor for the surveying program at the college.
Lem and Tim chatted about surveying in many arenas, including our deteriorating infrastructure, housing shortfalls, and why surveyors should pay attention to opportunities in the development, construction, and implementation of renewable energy. An eye-opening conversation about our profession's involvement in the short-and long-term improvements throughout our country. This episode will make one see how important the surveying profession is to the future of our country.
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Our latest edition (Episode 30!) of the NSPS “Surveyor Says!” podcast is an interview with our Executive Director Curt Sumner and how NSPS has operated during the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about how even surveyors made the transition to video conferencing, even for our Spring Board of Directors meeting! Join us for a great talk about the inner workings of the association here on “Surveyor Says!”
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Eureka! While looking for a helping of Rice-A-Roni and a ride on a trolley car, “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast struck up a conversation with Warren Smith, L.S., Tuolumne County Surveyor and just happens to be the President of the California Land Surveyors Association (CLSA). He recently sat down with Tim Burch to discuss several topics central to surveying in the Golden State, including monument preservation after the devastating wildfires, effects of shifting tectonic plates and the role of the surveyor, and how membership in your professional organizations leads to more public awareness for the surveyor. Warren also shared his experiences of promoting “National Surveyor’s Week” on the municipal, county, and state levels with his fellow surveyors and technicians.
NSPS would like to thank Warren and his fellow CLSA officers and members for the recent passage of an affiliate membership agreement between our organizations. We appreciate the effort completed to make this partnership happen. Thanks for listening to the “Surveyor Says!” podcast, and subscribe wherever you listen to your episodes.
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Continuing in our series of episodes featuring chats with Young Surveyors from the recent FIG Working Week 2024 in Accra, Ghana is Farrah Etcheverry from Arizona and Marcus Schmitt from Illinois. They joined Tim Burch to share their highlights of a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the African continent and interaction with surveying contemporaries from around the world. Farrah and Marcus did a great job representing the USA and NSPS, so check out the conversation.
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This week’s episode of “Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast” is the next installment of “From the Director’s Desk” with your host, NSPS Executive Director Tim Burch and features stories about National Surveyors Week. Tim shares the origin story of how the third week of March became a fixture on the surveyor’s calendar as well as current events happening for 2026. A very informational episode you don’t want to miss so check it out today!
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Continuing our journey in the “Future Focus” series, this episode features a conversation with Emily Soloby, founder of “Hazard Girls” community and podcast along with a new line of safety boots for women through her “Juno Jones” apparel line. Emily recently hosted our NSPS Vice President, Amanda Allred on “Hazard Girls” and our common interest in promotion of women in non-traditional roles led to inviting her onto our podcast. Tim Burch recently talked with her about what encouraged her to start both “Hazard Girls” and “Juno Jones” and how she is using these platforms to broadcast the message of career development across all professions and occupations.
https://junojonesshoes.com/pages/hazard-girls
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hazardgirls/
A big thanks to Emily for a great conversation here on “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast.
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This episode of “Surveyor Says!” features another YSN member in our “Future Focus” series. Joining our host Tim Burch, NSPS President-Elect, is James Combs, the current Vice President of the NSPS Young Surveyors group. James shares his story of being introduced into surveying, all the places the profession has taken him, and the bright future that lies ahead for the surveying community. He also discusses how meeting other YSN members from other parts of the nation has helped him become a better surveyor.
Thanks for tuning into another episode of “Surveyor Says!” the NSPS Podcast.
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This week's episode of "Surveyor Says!" The NSPS Podcast asks the question: have you ever wondered how GIS can help you as a surveyor?
Linda Foster, PLS, GISP, MGIS, Global Manager - Land Records/Cadastre for Esri, sat down with your host, Tim Burch, to discuss the webinar series and what surveyors can gain from checking it out.
Would you like to learn more but just don't have the time or know where to start? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this webinar series is for you! Join us as we introduce you to GIS and the many ways it can help you in your daily work and also enhance the products you are delivering to your clients.
Webinars will be recorded and made available to those who register, so don't worry if you can't make it during the live session.
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Curt’s guest for this episode of “Point of Order” series is a conversation with David Grossman, Executive Director of GPS Innovation Alliance (GPSIA). David shares his background on working on Capitol Hill, within the office of the FCC, and how it led to his position with GPSIA. They talk about the common threads between NSPS and GPSIA in technology and working together on common legislative initiatives.
Thanks for joining us for another “Point of Order” here on this episode of “Surveyor Says!”
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Presented by Robert Mooers, RLS
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Technician Training Models, Presented by Todd Horton, PE, PLS
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Presentation by Dr. Charles A. "Tony" Nettleman, III, PSM, Esq.
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Stage lll of the Boundary Survey Process: Principles and Practical Examples from NLC's Case Files presented by Dr. Charles A. “Tony” Nettleman, III, PSM, Esq.
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Avoid Being Precisely Wrong, Vaguely Right, and Other Taboos During Boundary Retracements. Presented by Ronald Nelms, PLS
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In episode 288 of #TheGeoholics with Sean Donegan of Satelytics, a crucial lesson surface from Sean: it's often much easier to resolve and correct mistakes rather than try to cover them up.
This lesson in accountability and honesty can prevent catastrophes both on and off the job-site.
What's a timeless piece of advice you live by?
Let us know in the comments below 👇
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This week, we sit down with Rob Dannenberg, President of Phoenix LiDAR Systems and an early adopter who helped push UAS and LiDAR from experimental technology into powerful, real-world mapping solutions.
We dig into what “survey-grade LiDAR” really means, where acquisition and processing workflows most often break down, and why successful results depend on far more than sensor specifications. Rob also shares his perspective on custom LiDAR integration, flexible multi-platform systems, NDAA compliance, dependable customer support, and the opportunities created by Phoenix LiDAR Systems joining Revolution Geosystems.
Then we put autonomous missions, AI-powered point-cloud classification, real-time onboard processing, next-generation positioning and the commoditization of LiDAR sensors to the ultimate test: Bullsh*t, Breakthrough or Too Soon to Tell?
Add a Leica Geosystems Pro Tip, “I Need to Know” by Arizona rockers The Black Moods and plenty of Geoholics-style conversation—and you’ve got an episode you won’t want to miss!
Tune in, buckle up and join the conversation!
#TheGeoholics #Podcast #Episode290 #PhoenixLiDARSystems #RevolutionGeosystems #LiDAR #UAS #Drones #Surveying #LandSurveying #Geomatics #Geospatial #RemoteSensing #PointCloud #NDAA #Innovation #Technology #Surveyors #LeicaGeosystems #TheBlackMoods #AddingValueAndMakingFriends
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The Geoholics Team recently got back from the Commercial UAV Expo, and #NDAA Compliance was a huge topic talked about at the show.
Phoenix LiDAR Systems was at this show as well, so when Rob Dannenberg joined us for Episode 290, the topic came up once again ... especially how there is a lot of misinformation around it.
Rob talks about the consequences of this misinformation, so if you want to take a deeper dive into #LiDAR, #Drones, and #NDAACompliance, definitely check out the full episode on our website, YouTube channel, or wherever you access the show!
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Our post-event coverage of the Commercial UAV Expo continues with this conversation between Jennifer Triana of #TheGeoholics and Bret Burghdurf of GeoCue.
Bret gives us a rundown of their new TV1 #NDAA #LiDAR Sensor, which is an expansion of their NDAA portfolio.
Check out their other TrueView solutions at geocue.com today.
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In Episode 287 of #TheGeoholics, the topic of #AI came up with Aaron M. of DBE Surveying, LLC and Willis Long of CCI Systems in the context of its practical use and limitations regarding not replacing human skills.
AI can certainly speed up/automate small tasks which makes you faster, but when it comes to hard skills in the field, that's another story.
What's your take on AI and its practical application in today's world?
Let us know in the comments 👇
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The future of geospatial starts with curiosity, hands-on experience, and people willing to share what they know! 🌎
At #TheGeoholics, we believe supporting the next generation of industry leaders goes beyond the classroom. It's about giving students opportunities to explore emerging technologies, connect with industry professionals, and discover their real-world applications.
On October 9, the ASPRS - Florida International University Student Chapter hosted an Introduction to SLAM Workshop, bringing students and industry volunteers together for a hands-on experience with reality capture technology.
Our very own Geoholics co-host and geospatial expert, Russell Hall from Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, volunteered his time and expertise, bringing Leica Geosystems handheld and backpack SLAM scanners for students to experience the technology firsthand. During the field session at the university's nature preserve, students operated the equipment, observed data collection in real time, and explored its practical applications.
The workshop continued in the classroom with Jennifer Triana, our #Geoholics Engagement Manager, who introduced students to point cloud visualization, data management, and feature extraction using TopoDOT Solutions software, connecting field data collection with practical workflows.
This is exactly the kind of industry engagement we love to see!
The Geoholics mission is to #AddValue, #MakeFriends, and keep the industry moving forward. Supporting educational initiatives and encouraging professionals to share their expertise are great ways to put that mission into action.
Because the future of our industry isn't just about the technology we develop. It's about the people we inspire to use it.
#TheGeoholics #ASPRS #Geospatial #SLAM #LiDAR #RealityCapture #GeospatialEducation #FutureGeospatialLeaders
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Congratulations to the Future Surveyors Foundation for a very successful Women Surveyors Summit event!
Alongside Diamondback Land Surveying, #TheGeoholics were able to provide sponsorships so three deserving professionals were able to attend and benefit from this event:
Raven Devaney wanted to connect with women already established in the profession, learn about different surveying career paths, and build the professional community that will help her launch this next stage of her career. Her next goal is to complete her surveying education, pass the FS exam, and become a professional surveyor.
Marianela Ramirez Lopez is at the beginning of her surveying journey and is proactively building relationships and learning about the profession before officially entering the workforce. She will be a part of the next generation of our profession.
Alex V. Chose is already actively creating opportunities and professional connections for other young surveyors at both the state and national levels. Her involvement with the Washington Young Surveyors Network and NSPS Young Surveyors Network (YSN) showcases leadership and mentorship within the profession.
They each have their own unique story, and these are just 3 of the many, many stories of everyone who attended.
Thank you for everyone who contributed to the event and this scholarship initiative!
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This week, we sit down with Rob Dannenberg, President of Phoenix LiDAR Systems and an early adopter who helped push UAS and LiDAR from experimental technology into powerful, real-world mapping solutions.
We dig into what “survey-grade LiDAR” really means, where acquisition and processing workflows most often break down, and why successful results depend on far more than sensor specifications. Rob also shares his perspective on custom LiDAR integration, flexible multi-platform systems, NDAA compliance, dependable customer support, and the opportunities created by Phoenix LiDAR Systems joining Revolution Geosystems.
Then we put autonomous missions, AI-powered point-cloud classification, real-time onboard processing, next-generation positioning and the commoditization of LiDAR sensors to the ultimate test: Bullsh*t, Breakthrough or Too Soon to Tell?
Add a Leica Geosystems Pro Tip, “I Need to Know” by Arizona rockers The Black Moods and plenty of Geoholics-style conversation—and you’ve got an episode you won’t want to miss!
Tune in, buckle up and join the conversation!
#TheGeoholics #Podcast #Episode290 #PhoenixLiDARSystems #RevolutionGeosystems #LiDAR #UAS #Drones #Surveying #LandSurveying #Geomatics #Geospatial #RemoteSensing #PointCloud #NDAA #Innovation #Technology #Surveyors #LeicaGeosystems #TheBlackMoods #AddingValueAndMakingFriends
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The Geoholics – Episode 296 | Fred Dyste – Less Time, More Money: Fixing Survey Workflows
What if the biggest bottleneck in your surveying business isn’t a shortage of people, but the way the work gets done?
This week on The Geoholics, we sit down with Fred Dyste, Founder of Qfactor for Surveyors, to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing survey firms today: bridging the gap between field crews and the office.
Fred brings a unique background in technology, engineering, robotics, and entrepreneurship to the surveying industry. We dig into what happens when field handoffs break down, projects get stuck in work-in-process, crews are constantly busy but profitability doesn’t follow, and firms try to solve workflow problems by simply adding more software.
We’ll also talk about defining what “done” actually means, building SOPs that people will use, getting veteran crew chiefs on board with new technology, and making sure those “one more thing” client requests turn into billable work.
Plus, we put Fred on the spot with Bullshit, Breakthrough, or Too Soon to Tell, tackling AI, staffing shortages, workflow efficiency, and whether better processes will beat the newest equipment over the next decade.
If you own a survey firm, manage projects, or spend your days trying to keep the field and office on the same page, this episode is for you.
🎯 In this episode:
Why busy survey firms aren’t always profitable firms
Improving field-to-office communication and project handoffs
Understanding work-in-process and getting projects across the finish line
Building workflows and SOPs that actually work
Using technology to fix problems instead of making them more expensive
Tracking the right metrics for a healthier surveying business
Getting paid for additional scope and client requests
A practical 30-day challenge to improve your firm's operations
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and let’s talk about making the surveying business work smarter—not just harder.
Brought to you by our sponsors:
EMLID | TopoDOT | AllTerra Central | Leica Geosystems | David Evans and Associates
🌐 Learn more about Qfactor for Surveyors and connect with Fred to explore ways to improve your firm's workflows.
📩 Want to be a guest on a future episode? Email us at [email protected].
As always, thanks for watching, supporting the show, and being part of The Geoholics community. Until next time—be safe and healthy!
#TheGeoholics #LandSurveying #Surveying #SurveyBusiness #Geospatial #SurveyTechnology #Qfactor
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Check out what Riegl had showcased at their booth for the #CommercialUAVExpo in this video.
Jennifer Triana got to speak with Tyler Shriver about their proprietary IMU and LiDAR solutions.
Discover their other innovative solutions on their website at riegl.com today.
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