EP192 - Data Activation Center (DAC) – Data Communication Services

EP192 - Data Activation Center (DAC) – Data Communication Services

Author: National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) August 14, 2024 Duration: 43:06
This week's episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" is a follow-up with our EP155 guests, Data Activation Center (DAC)! With more surveyors using cellular networks for data collection and communication, this episode catches up with Chandy Sayre (Account Manager), John Robinson (Director of IOT) and April Hawley (IOT Sales Manager) to discuss how cellular technology has advanced for the surveying and mapping communities in two short years. They recently chatted with Tim Burch about expanded coverage, access to multiple cellular networks, and the transition to e-SIM connectivity. Lots of great information about progressing technology, so check it out today!

Ever wondered how the quiet profession of surveying actually shapes the world we live in, from property lines and construction sites to the very maps on our phones? Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast pulls back the curtain on this essential field through genuine, unscripted conversations. Hosted by NSPS Executive Director Tim Burch, each half-hour episode features a different voice from the landscape-innovators, seasoned experts, and those tackling the profession's latest challenges. You’ll hear discussions that span the technical, the historical, and the deeply human aspects of the work, reflecting how surveying sits at the unique intersection of business, culture, and education. This isn't about dry lectures; it's about the stories and insights from people who are actively defining what surveying means today and tomorrow. Tune in for a thoughtful look at the relationships and societal impact behind the measurements, all brought to you by the National Society of Professional Surveyors. Whether you're a practicing surveyor, a student, or simply curious about the built environment, this podcast offers a grounded perspective you won't find anywhere else.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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EP205 Woody Money PSM, GISP - Surveyor @ NAVFAC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:28
We met today's guest at the Esri UC25 while enjoying the Special Interest Group (SIG) session on surveying hosted by our own Linda Foster. This episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" highlights the recent conversat…
EP204 - Seneca Holland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:57
Hello from the Esri UC25 in sunny San Diego! "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" gave us the opportunity to catch up with Seneca Holland, Geospatial Research Scientist & Instructor of Geospatial Science at the Conrad Bluch…
EP203 - Carl R. C.de Baca - Surveyors & California Fires [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:21
This week's episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" takes on the serious subject of surveyors and their role dealing with wildfires. Our guest, Carl C.de Baca, a professional land surveyor with R.E.Y. Engineers, Inc…
EP201 - Patrick Veraguth, Minnesota County Surveyor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:27
This episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" asks the question: what does a county surveyor do? It turns out to be much more than we anticipated! Patrick Veraguth, County Surveyor for Douglas and Grant County (MN),…
EP200 - The NSPS YSN and the Future of Surveying [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:56
This week’s recording marks the 200th episode of the “Surveyor Says!” podcast and rather than look back at where we have been, we decided to look ahead to the future of surveying. And who better to have as our guests tha…
EP199 - Carl Bert, PLS - "Training the Next Generation" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:50
"Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" is all about connecting the past, present, and future, so this episode is no exception. Our guest this week is Carl Bert, PLS, a Pennsylvania surveyor who is looking to give back to the…
EP198 - Vasileios "Vas" Kalogirou [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:53
How does a surveyor get from Greece to Texas? Our "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" episode visits with Vasileios "Vas" Kalogirou, RPLS to hear about his journey. He recently joined Tim Burch to chat about growing up in…
EP197 From the Director's Desk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:15
This episode of "Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast" finds your host, Tim Burch, providing news and other updates for his episode of "From the Director's Desk." He recaps the last few episodes and shares the latest updates…