What’s the Price of Standing Still? How Inaction on Drone Innovation Costs You
Drone technology has changed individual workflows and entire organizations in ways that have created incredible value. Despite the proven efficiencies of the technology, some remain hesitant due to regulatory concerns, integration complexities, or a perpetual “wait-and-see” approach. But what if waiting is costing you more than you realize?
Discover why there’s no perfect time for innovation and how procrastination can put you behind. Join us to better understand that it’s not just about what drones can do, but what you can do with the technology to make a difference that can redefine workflows and whole careers.
Presenter: Kaitlyn Albertoli, Buzz Solutions
Unlocking ROI with UAVs: Proving the Value of Your Drone Program
It’s easy to discuss how drones can make tasks faster, cheaper, and safer. But how do you quantify that value? How do you build a compelling ROI case for your drone initiatives that makes practical sense for project managers and bottom-line sense for organizational stakeholders? A leading utility company has cracked the code. They’ll share the specifics of how they built a drone program that delivers clear, measurable financial benefits. Even more importantly, they’ll show you how they effectively communicate this value across their entire organization and beyond.
Presenters:
Kaitlyn Albertoli, Buzz Solutions
Thomas F. Butler, Dominion Energy
Capturing High-Definition Spatial Intelligibility in the Grand Canyon
To conduct the first-ever drone operation within the Grand Canyon, the team at HDR had to carefully navigate a complex regulatory landscape involving the FAA, NPS, and multiple other federal stakeholders. Data captured by drones over the Grand Canyon extended context to provide a significant ROI across multiple dimensions, but what do those insights mean for you? Discover how the integration of drone video, photogrammetry, and lidar came together to deliver game-changing insights for engineering, environmental, geotechnical, and inspection teams—helping them work smarter, faster, and with greater confidence.
Presenters:
Carlos Femmer, HDR
Nick Humphrey, HDR
Kerry Fleming, FAA
Beyond Automation: Why Drone Pilot Expertise is Indispensable for Enterprise Program Success
As drones have become more and more autonomous, the role of pilots has become less and less of a focus. “Can’t the drone just fly itself?” While automation offers significant advantages, the keynote finale will reveal why drone pilot expertise remains critical for maximizing ROI and mitigating risk in complex commercial operations. What are some of the scenarios where human adaptability, real-time decision-making, and nuanced control are irreplaceable? What does it mean for drone pilots to articulate their expertise in a way that enterprise clients can better understand? Join us to hear from leaders who have successfully bridged the gap between automation and humanity that will provide a path forward for the entire industry.
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