In today’s competitive drone services market, maximizing your fleet and skillsets is crucial for growth and profitability. This session will explore practical strategies for implementing multi-use drone programs as part of multiple panels that showcase…
- What it means to select and use the right drone for multiple projects.
- Cross-training and skill development for pilots.
- Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for multi-use operations.
- Marketing and packaging multi-service offerings.
- Ensuring regulatory compliance with FAA and local regulations.
- Conducting thorough risk assessments.
- Providing comprehensive safety training.
- Maintaining rigorous data security and privacy protocols.
Attendees will come away with insights related to what it means to develop a more resilient and profitable drone service business by maximizing the use of their resources. They will also discover how multi-use drone strategies can unlock new revenue streams and position their business for success.
Developing a Remote Sensing Program Using UAS/Drones for Power and Utilities Data Collection
This panel will delve into a comprehensive program designed to enhance data accuracy, reduce operational costs, and improve safety by utilizing high-resolution imagery and real-time data processing. We will cover the strategic approach necessary for developing an enterprise-level remote sensing program, including stakeholder engagement, defining high-impact use cases like vegetation management and infrastructure inspection, and selecting the right technology. Additionally, we will discuss the robust system architecture required to support this program, highlighting the integration of UAS/drone hardware, various sensors such as lidar and thermal cameras, and cloud-based platforms for data storage and processing.
Moderator: Edgar Valdez
First 30 Days: Startup Tactics for UAV Program Success
Learn the critical first 30-day steps to successfully roll out drone deliverables on your construction project. This session provides a practical roadmap, covering everything from securing stakeholder buy-in to delivering actionable insights. Details related to gaining owner approval, defining deliverables, efficient flight planning, and robust data management will be explored. These specifics are based on real-world experiences from projects in Chicago, Columbus, and California. This session will equip you with the essential steps to confidently integrate drone deliverables into your construction workflows from day one.
Panelists:
Joe Good
Brett Bolden
Alex Rayis
