Spearheaded by the Energy Development Corporation (EDC), the event dubbed as ‘Limitless: GIS in the Era of Big Data’ provided a forum for users of GIS technology to present their responses to the proliferation of big data and data analytics as well as to demonstrate real-world applications that are making difference in today’s geospatial realms.

Moreover, it paved an avenue for local companies to engage and display its modern instruments in relation to mapping. SMARTGEO displayed its drone, ground penetrating radar and side scan sonar. Other exhibitors showcased technologies in 3D laser scanning, surveying and augmented reality.

The event was also meant to highlight the on-going digital transformation of EDC using GIS technology to its stockholders, clients and the general public with hopes of inspiring others in leveraging the GIS Technology in its business model. GIS Day is a worldwide annual celebration of the geographic information technology which was initiated by spatial analytics world-leader Esri. The celebration was participated by both public and private sectors with over 100 attendees.

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University of the Philippines Geomatics Alumni Association (UP GAA), the official association of all graduates from UP Department of Geodetic Engineering, elected its new set of officers last October 6 at GE Theater, Melchor Hall, UP Diliman.

Taking the lead for the 2018-2019 UPGAA officership is SMARTGEO Surveying and Geomatics President Engr. Sarah Jane D. Samalburo and Vice President for Finance Engr. Ma. Joanne I. Balaga, UPGAA auditor.

Joining them in the roll are: Engr. Gina A. Milarion, vice president; Engr. Jommer M. Medina, secretary; Engr. Justine Y. Francisco, treasurer; and Engr. Rey Rusty A. Quides, public relations officer.

Other officers that will serve as board of directors are: Engr. Rosalyn D. Sontillanosa for Government, Academe, and Industry Linkages; Engr. Neil Kelvin M. Del Rosario for Marketing and Publicity; Mr. Lou Lerren C. Curacha for Membership; and Engr. John Louie D. Fabila for Trainings and Programs.

The election was part of this year’s UPGAA-sponsored symposium titled Elevate: Expanding the Limits of Geomatics Professional which highlighted talks about unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and hydrographic surveys. The event was participated by over 80 geodetic engineers from different batches.

UPGAA promotes the advancement of Geomatics through trainings, publications, and other relevant programs and services.

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From LMB's website:

"MANILA, Philippines—The Land Management Bureau (LMB) has approved and issued two guidelines that support the use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), also known as drone technology, in the conduct of land survey last December 27, 2017. The development of the guidelines is consistent with the existing policies of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in improving the surveying and mapping practices using the most appropriate modern techniques and technologies.

The LMB Memorandum Circular (LMC) No. 2017-003 recognizes UAS as one of the instruments that may be used in the conduct of land survey. While the LMB Technical Bulletin No. 2 series of 2017 contains standards and guidelines needed in the implementation of the LMC. The policies will take effect on January 26, 2018.

Drones, in addition to traditional survey instruments, can be used to survey and map huge areas in a shorter period. More importantly, it can provide graphical presentation and more accurate information on land parcels through high resolution aerial photos while still meeting the government’s accuracy standards. The use of drones upgrades the conduct of land surveying and mapping in the Philippines. Drones open up the opportunity for land surveys, as one of the requirements in title application, to be conducted in a more time-efficient and cost-effective manner that can lead to an increased number of titles issued per year.

“Technology is going to be continuously updated in the future such as the possibility of our country’s satellite in space. We can dare to dream, and we must continuously adapt as time changes”, LMB Directory Atty. Emelyne V. Talabis said in her message during the drone donation event last January 2017.

The writing and conduct of related activities in the development of the guidelines were made possible with the assistance of the Technology for Property Rights project of the Foundation for Economic Freedom and The Asia Foundation. The project aims to scale up land titling by promoting policies, partnerships, and technologies."

Source: http://lmb.gov.ph/index.php/resources/lmb-in-the-news/176-lmb-issues-guidelines-on-the-use-of-drones-for-land-surveying

For a copy of LMC 2017-003 (Adoption on the Alternative Use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in the Conduct of Land Survey): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hdcHJtN1YXLi6JwROXbKa5TWH8mDRXJ3/view or http://lmb.gov.ph/index.php/resources/laws-and-policies/policies-regulations#land-memorandum-circular-lmc
For a copy of Technical Bulletin #2, series of 2017: https://drive.google.com/file/d/196Qg_R-2aIaRcfybMNSl0bsIYnvXDzne/view or http://lmb.gov.ph/index.php/resources/publications/technical-bulletin

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"The NRSC 2017 will continue the tradition of previous national Remote Sensing conferences of bringing together local and international scientists, engineers, researchers, decision-makers, users, and interested individuals or groups from the academe, government, industry and non-governmental organizations to communicate and actively exchange technical information on Remote Sensing and related geospatial science and technology."
-NRSC 2017 organizers

SMARTGeo was one of the bronze sponsors of this event. As such, we are given he privilege of setting up a booth to showcase our surveying and mapping technologies. Hurry and avail of our discount on all surveying instruments and accessories exclusively for this event only. Catch us until November 29, 2017 at Hotel Oazis, Butuan City, Agusan del Norte.

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Congratulations University of Saint Anthony (USANT) College of Engineering and Architecture for making the smart decision of acquiring 2 units total station and 2 units automatic level all with complete accessories from SMARTGeo Surveying and Geomatics. USANT is a private, non-sectarian and non-profit educational institution located at the heart of Iriga City, Camarines Sur. It was founded in 1947 by Dr. Santiago G. Ortega.

In the photo: Left: The engineering faculty of USANT with SMARTGeo team together with the GEP National President Engr. Richard Tollo who was also a technical session speaker for Regional Civil Engineering Summit (RCES) 2017 organized by USANT on September 7-9, 2017. Right: Engr. Naldo courtesy call with College of Engineering and Architecture Dean Engr. Edith Dacara and USANT President Atty. Santiago Ortega, Jr. SMARTGeo was invited as the technology exhibitor for the RCES where the company has showcased its various high technology surveying instruments such as reflectorless and touch screen total stations, digital and automatic levels, rotating laser levels, drones, tapes, compass, and survey accessories to the students, faculty and staff, and guests during the RCES event.

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You can watch the whole video here:
http://monde-geospatial.com/six-best-drones-for-anyone-looking-to-get-airborne/

For inquiries, you may reach us thru email at [email protected] or thru phone at (02) 452-3822.
You may also message us at facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smartgeoph/

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Geographic Information System (GIS) and Map Plotting lecture by Engr. Sarah Jane Samalburo in preparation for the Real Estate Appraisers (REA) Board Exam 2017.
Engr. Samalburo, GE, REA, REB is a proud product of PREVAIL REB-REA review.
The President of SMARTGeo Surveying and Geomatics at your service.

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You can watch the interview video here:
http://monde-geospatial.com/creating-3d-models-drone-imagery/

For inquiries, you may reach us thru email at [email protected] or thru phone at (02) 452-3822.
You may also message us at facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smartgeoph/

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For sample units and other special offers, kindly visit us at 2F LRI Bldg., # 21 Congressional Avenue, Bahay Toro, Quezon City.
Email us at [email protected] or call us at (02) 452 3822.

Website: www.smartgeo.com.ph

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The company continues to pursue more by hitting one of their mid-year achievements as sub-dealer of EarthNav Surveying Instruments such as but not limited to total station, auto level, RTK, UAV fixed wing E384, multi rotor sky eye and other surveying accessories. The sub-dealer agreement was signed during the second day of Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines (GEP) National Convention held last June 1-3, 2017 at Greenleaf Hotel, General Santos City with the presence of Engr. Gerome Hipolito, SMARTGeo's VP for Operation; Mr. Dan Aliliran, EarthNav's VP for Operation; Engr. Analyn Naldo and Engr. Ma. Joanne Balaga, SMARTGeo's VP for Admin and Finance respectively, together with Engr. Richard Tollo, GEP National President Elect for 2017-2018 and Mr. Zhou Rong Hua of ChangZhou Dadi Surveying Science and Technology Co., Ltd.

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SMARTGeo Surveying is looking for Land Surveyor/Instrument Man.

Qualifications:

-Must be a graduate of BS Geodetic Engineering or any related course
-Has a basic knowledge in Land Surveying and AutoCAD
-With or without experience
-Ability to work well independently
-Ability to exercise flexibility, initiative, good judgment and discretion
-Ability to complete assigned work in an accurate and timely fashion
-Ability to communicate effectively
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Kindly submit your application letter and curriculum vitae (CV) with 2x2 picture at [email protected] or visit our office at 2F, LRI Building, #21 Congressional Avenue, Bahay Toro, Quezon City.

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#teamsmartgeoph at the 1st day of Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines (GEP) National Capital Region (NCR) 29th Regional Convention.

To build long term interaction with our clientele and present exceptional technical services by pursuing business through innovation and advanced technology.

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Working on it one at a time.

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