How Solar Storms Impact Construction Staking Surveys
Construction sites today look very different than they did years ago. Instead of relying only on string lines and tape measures, many layouts now use GPS technology. This change helps crews work faster and manage larger projects. Still, it also brings a risk most people never think about: space weather. Recent news about solar storms […]
How New LiDAR Mapping Is Changing Planning
Development is changing. However, the reason may surprise you. It is not a new zoning rule or a major building boom. Instead, the change is coming from better data. Indiana is rolling out a new statewide LiDAR and imagery program for 2026–2028. The program is led by the Indiana Geographic Information Office. While this update […]
Aerial Survey Drones Restricted? Costs & Delays
If aerial survey drones get restricted in the U.S., you won’t just see a headline and shrug. You’ll feel it in your project schedule, your survey quote, and the files your engineer needs. Right now, a lot of survey teams rely on DJI gear because it works, crews know it, and the workflow runs fast. […]