Tom Krohn

Bio: Tom Krohn is a Mapping Sales Representative for Seiler Instrument. Tom has worked in the GIS and GPS industry for 15 years, where he has held roles as a Project Manager, Tech Support and Sales Support Representative and Account Manager. Prior to joining Seiler, Tom has worked for The Sidwell Company, ComEd and National Geographic Society.

GIS Cloud Solutions for GPS Data Collection

Cloud GIS offers a range of new possibilities to GIS users. More than ever, we can quickly distribute GIS data to people throughout our organization by utilizing standard web interfaces and smart device applications. As a result, Cloud GIS has provided a new way of field data collection for GPS users. Smart devices are becoming GIS and GPS data collection tools. This presentation will focus on the advantages and benefits of using Cloud GIS apps, such as Esri’s Collector and Trimble’s TerraFlex, as well as some limitations that these applications offer in relation to traditional GPS mapping software platforms. Also, we will explore high-accuracy GPS receivers that can enhance our smart device location accuracy, such as the Trimble R1 and R2.

GIS, GPS, Trimble, Esri, Cloud, Smart Device, GNSS, Global Positioning System, Collector, TerraFlex