Mobile mapping technology innovation transforms the planning of infrastructure projects, urban planning, natural resource management, telecom, and more because of these advantages.
As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, mobile mapping is transforming survey data collection and asset management across various industries. By offering faster, more precise, and cost-efficient methods for gathering data, this innovative approach is reshaping the way large-scale projects are planned and executed. Leading the charge in this transformation, companies like Can-Explore are utilizing state-of-the-art tools such as the Leica Pegasus TRK 700 Neo to enhance project delivery and efficiency.
1. Enhanced Speed and Accuracy in Data Collection
Fast data collection is typical with any lidar technology. The TRK mobile mapping system combines artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to provide speed, accuracy, and enhanced data processing for a significant advantage. As Tom Tardif from Can-Explore explains, “Mobile mapping has transformed surveying by enabling faster, more accurate, and cost-effective data collection.”
This transformation is evident in projects such as a 15-kilometer survey that Can-Explore completed in just half a day—a task that would have taken weeks using traditional methods. Such efficiency not only saves time but also reduces costs, providing a competitive edge in the infrastructure sector.
2. Streamlined Fieldwork and Project Execution
The introduction of mobile mapping technology has streamlined fieldwork, shifting much of the effort from the field to the office. The TRK’s automation reduces effort even further. This shift allows for more efficient project execution and reduces the need for senior technicians on-site.
“We now need fewer senior technicians on certain projects, and larger jobs are faster and easier to complete,” notes Tardif. This streamlining is essential for managing large areas like Quebec, where reducing the risk of missing critical data in remote regions is vital.
3. Reduced Timelines and Costs
Innovation is core to Can-Explore’s success. By investing in a cutting-edge mobile mapping system, the company has established itself as a leader in the industry.
Business Development Manager Michaël Vignola emphasizes how the introduction of the TRK has helped secure major contracts, especially with the Quebec Ministry of Transport. “We were able to show the benefits in terms of reduced timelines and costs,” he says. This ability to demonstrate tangible advantages to clients highlights the value of mobile mapping technology in modern infrastructure projects.
Embracing the Future of Infrastructure
As the need for data collection over long distances continues to grow, adopting mobile mapping technology is more than just an option—it’s essential. Companies that adopt this technology can benefit from increased efficiency, lower costs, and better project delivery.
As Tardif aptly puts it, “We are at a stage where the industry needs to board the train or risk watching it pass by.”
The future of survey data collection and asset management lies in innovation, and reality capture with AI-enabled mobile mapping technology is one way to lead the charge.
