Geographic Information System (GIS) data integration is the key to eliminating data silos and seamlessly connecting your high-accuracy field measurements to your office project management platforms.
The Challenge of Disconnected GIS Data
The inefficiency of data silos can be a frustrating challenge for surveyors and contractors. You collect the data in the field before returning to the office to spend hours on manual import and export tasks. Every time you do this, you face the risks of data entry errors, version control issues and project delays.
The solution is to use software that delivers mobile field data integration with GIS.
A Centralized System for Your GIS Data
To get the best from their industry-leading GNSS receivers and surveying hardware, Trimble offers software packages that make GIS data integration seamless.
Trimble Terraflex provides a single, centralized cloud-based hub for all your field data. It standardizes data collection across Windows, Android and iOS devices, so you can access your survey GIS data wherever you go. This gives you a clear, real-time overview of all the data being collected in the field.
For real-time and post-processed workflows, choose Trimble Positions. This software suite works directly inside ArcGIS Desktop, connecting your field data with your office systems using your existing ArcGIS setup. It ensures your precise field measurements flow straight into your GIS.
How Can I Integrate GIS Data With Other Project Management Tools?
Integrate GIS data with other project management tools with Trimble’s purpose-built software. With built-in interoperability, you can easily use Trimble Terraflex to connect to popular platforms such as ArcGIS Online and Autodesk Construction Cloud. By effortlessly linking your GIS data with project management platforms, you can ensure all stakeholders have access to the most current information for your project.
To see how Trimble solutions fit within your existing ecosystem, use the chart below.
| Trimble Product | Platform | Integration | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimble TerraFlex | Procore | API Sync | Real-time field data to project management |
| Trimble TerraFlex | ArcGIS Online | Direct Cloud Integration | Seamless data flow to web GIS platforms |
| Trimble TerraFlex | Autodesk Construction Cloud | API Sync | Unified data access for design and construction |
| Trimble TerraFlex | Google Earth / KML | Data Export | Easy visualization and stakeholder sharing |
| Trimble Positions | ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap/Pro) | Direct Add-On | High-accuracy data directly into your GIS |
Get the Right Integration Solution for Your Workflow
When you set up a fully integrated workflow, you minimize rework and achieve higher accuracy, leading to more profitable projects.
Since 1974, we’ve proudly supported the design/build industry with quality surveying and GIS solutions. Ready to optimize your operations and eliminate data headaches? Talk to our experts, who will assess your project needs and recommend the exact Trimble solution that integrates seamlessly with your project management software. Contact our team today.
