Episode 155 -  Data Activation Center – Providing Surveyors First Class Data Communication Services

Episode 155 - Data Activation Center – Providing Surveyors First Class Data Communication Services

Author: National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) January 25, 2023 Duration: 31:54
Calling all surveyors who use cellular networks for data collection and communication! “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast finds your host, Tim Burch, connected with the team at Data Activation Center (DAC), a telecommunication consultant that specializes in cellular data. Kelly Wingham Dyson (Founder and President) and Chandy Sayre (Dealer Relationship Manager) chatted with Tim about the history of their company, why working with a data communications consultant is essential to the surveyor, and their philosophy on providing the best customer service is an essential trait in the business world. Check out their conversation and hear why reliable data communication is an important tool in the surveyor’s toolbox is. For more information, visit: https://www.dataactivationcenter.com/ Thanks for listening to “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast and subscribe wherever you listen to your audio selections.

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.
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