2013 Vendor Track, TerraFlex: Mobile Mapping with Smart Phones and Tablets, Andrew Carey
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Transcript of 2013 Vendor Track, TerraFlex: Mobile Mapping with Smart Phones and Tablets, Andrew Carey
Overview
▪ The ideas behind Trimble TerraFlex– Why TerraFlex?– Who is TerraFlex for?– What is important to TerraFlex users?
▪ Product overview– What is Trimble TerraFlex?– Workflow– Features overview
▪ Value to users▪ What Sets TerraFlex Apart?
Why TerraFlex?
▪ Trimble TerraFlex is an affordable, easy to use solution for field GIS data collection
▪ Entry level field GIS data collection
Why TerraFlex?
▪ Available for all Trimble devices
▪ Available for consumer devices embedded with GPS technology on Android and iOS platforms
Why TerraFlex?
▪ Embraces consistency with one software solution
▪ Creates a unified system to replace traditional pen and paper workflows
▪ Versatile export options for compatibility with other 3rd party software
Who is TerraFlex for?
Trimble TerraFlex works for users that:
▪ Use pen and paper and have not advanced to digital systems
Who is TerraFlex for?
Trimble TerraFlex works for users that:
▪ Are current Trimble users who find existing software solutions too expensive or who are beginning to incorporate consumer devices like iPhones/iPads into their fleets
Who is TerraFlex for?
Trimble TerraFlex works for users that:
▪ Are current consumer device users who are doing basic geospatial field data collection but could benefit from higher accuracy GPS systems
What Is Important To TerraFlex Users?
▪ Low cost
▪ Easy to learn, easy to use
▪ Efficient workflows with no post-field office hassle
What Is Important To TerraFlex Users?
▪ Data immediacy with the ability to get real time updates in the field and in the office
▪ Data consistency where all information collected is in the same format and follows the same process
▪ Easy export of data into other systems
What is Trimble TerraFlex?▪ Cloud-based solution for mobile GIS
field data collection▪ Subscription based with annual renewal
terms
What is Trimble TerraFlex?▪ User centric, allowing administrators to
deploy field projects based on the user’s tasks
▪ Enables fast, efficient, and attribute rich geolocated data collection from a wide variety of mobile GPS devices
What is Trimble TerraFlex?▪ Operates on Trimble Mapping & GIS
Windows Embedded Handheld devices as well as iOS and Android smartphones
▪ Designed to be easy to learn and use, mimicking standard smartphone operations, configurations, and procedures (swiping, pinch zoom, smart type, visual interface)
Create and Assign
Trimble TerraFlex Workflow
Sync
Collect
Publish
Manage
Manage, Review,
Export Forms
Create Forms in a Project, sync with Cloud
Create Projects and associate with user profile
Sync form Projects with field user device
User fills out collection forms
Completed Forms sync back with server when completed
The Trimble TerraFlex Solution
Trimble TerraFlex is a software suite for GIS data collection in the field
▪ Cloud: Data, Project, and User Management– Form template definition and management– Project assignment– User management– Data management and I/O
The Trimble TerraFlex Solution
Trimble TerraFlex is a software suite for GIS data collection in the field
▪ Mobile: Data Collecting and Publishing– Form fulfillment – Work with multiple projects/templates, user receives
forms only for relevant projects – Spatial views or data views– Dynamic real-time syncing or the ability to work offline
in remote areas
Trimble TerraFlex Cloud
▪ Subscription based secure hosted web service
▪ A platform for creating, managing, and deploying field collection forms
Trimble TerraFlex Cloud
▪ Supports Trimble Mapping & GIS Windows Embedded Handheld devices as well as iOS and Android smartphones
▪ Supports as many users as needed doing field collections
Trimble TerraFlex Cloud
▪ Centralized and synchronized web data storage
▪ Supports unlimited number of form templates
▪ Forms are pushed to field devices based on the user profile
▪ Easy to use drag-and-drop form builder
Trimble Cloud Review View and Manage Completed Forms With a Simple Online Interface
FormList in
Selected Job Map View
Title Bar
Selected Form View
Filter View
Export Menu
Trimble TerraFlex Cloud
▪ Field forms can range from very simple, to very complex with paging and sections
▪ All form input types supported:▪ Single and multi select, photo, numeric,
text, boolean, date, and signature▪ Form fields can be marked as required
or optional
Trimble TerraFlex Cloud
▪ Forms can be cloned for easy modification of project parameters
▪ Easily import form definitions from Esri database schemas
▪ Easily export form information in a variety of common formats—CSV, Esri XML, KML
Trimble TerraFlex Mobile▪ Field application for data collection using
office defined form templates▪ User can be assigned to multiple projects
for different types of data collection—street inspection, park inspection, sign inspection, and much more
Trimble TerraFlex Mobile▪ Spatial and data views▪ Data automatically syncs to server when
marked as complete▪ Updates automatically pushed to
device from the office
Trimble TerraFlex Mobile▪ Able to work offline in remote areas▪ Consistent UI across all platforms▪ User centric and device agnostic—
user projects are sent to user no matter what device they are logged into
Value of TerraFlex
▪ Streamlines inefficient manual data transfer from hard copy field forms into back end office systems
▪ Unified data collection scheme for an organization who has a variety of mobile devices
Value of TerraFlex
▪ Instant productivity with an intuitive application that requires little to no training
▪ No database or GIS manager required—back end systems are configured to allow you to set up projects and forms without having any GIS or database experience.
Value of TerraFlex
▪ User centric application allows work on multiple projects and keeps field workers organized
Value to Users New to Trimble
▪ Data collection from a wide variety of mobile GPS ready devices such as a company issued smartphone
▪ Eliminates the need to carry multiple devices like cameras, GPS devices, clipboards, and printed maps, by centralizing all data collection onto a single device
Value to Users New to Trimble
▪ All field data automatically synced with a central server, streamlining office operations and driving higher productivity and cost savings
Value to Current Trimble Users
▪ Provides an efficient and easy to use workflow, similar to smartphone apps, that is more intuitive to the average user
▪ Expands data collection into mixed fleets of Trimble and consumer devices
▪ Consistent workflow that is the same across all platforms
Value to Current Trimble Users
▪ Provides a centralized data capture and data storage mechanism streamlining office operations and driving higher productivity and cost savings
What Sets TerraFlex Apart?
Simple and easy to use without sacrificing data integrity
▪ Dynamic Form modification and versioning▪ Support for multiple devices both Trimble
and smartphone▪ Field to office sync in real time and offline▪ Flexible import and export options
What Sets TerraFlex Apart?
Simple and easy to use without sacrificing data integrity
▪ Clearly organized project hierarchy system▪ Cloud management capabilities▪ Managed, hosted servers▪ Secure and safe data transfer
Key Messages
User Need Feature Benefit / ValueDifferent data collection needs Dynamic Form Template Creator Allows a wide variety of data collection
templates to be used in the field. Drag and drop interface makes for very efficient template creation.
Field workers on a variety of devices, sometimes even their own
Supports iOS, Android, WEHH Consistent user experience, consistent data integrity across all platforms.
Different field workers work on different projects—need to keep it all organized
Projects You can organize field collection into projects and assign users to individual projects. Streamlines field collection workflows by keeping field users focused on their key projects.
Getting all of the field data back into the office and typed in
Field-Office Syncing Data are automatically synced from field to office. No need for office employee to enter field data from paper forms.
Field users need to work in remote areas
Offline Capabilities Data collection is fully functional offline. When the field user is back in range, data are automatically updated back to the office.
Key Messages
User Need Feature Benefit / ValueNeed to be able to transfer data between systems
Import and Export Options Allows user to import and export to a variety of common formats used for data exchange like Esri ArcGIS XML schema, CSV, and Google KML.
Don’t have resources to manage another system
Managed and Hosted Services Trimble takes care of all the database administration and management. User can focus entirely on their data collection and not worry about back end systems.
Project needs change over time Form Template Versioning Ensures data integrity is kept as form templates change to meet updated project requirements.
Need to be able to filter, sort, and manage forms
Cloud Data Management Capabilities
Cloud app provides spatial and data oriented views to allow the administrator to view the project in the desired manner. Administrator can filter, sort, and export by form attribute to streamline data management.
User provisioning Admin Rights Administrators can set user permissions to allow varying levels of access to field and office components. Scalable licensing, so you only pay for what you need.