GPS/Laptop

[BigJohn]

I was out staples the day and saw they have mapping software and gps receiver that plugs into the usb port. Two brands one from Microsoft. I thought it was a pretty cool idea. As some of ya know I hate driveing and big cities. I don't like not seeing past the tall buildings. I'm the country where you can see at least 25 miles or so. I have a spare laptop sitting around. I was wondering if any of you have this or tried and how good was the soft ware. I've used them in flying and work great. Its amazing how accurate they are. They would show your exact position on the ground taxing and could help you find your terminal.

 

[BigJohn]

The software package includeing the GPS reciever that plugs into the usb port sold for 120 bucks. Pretty cheap I think. Nothing else needed just plug and play.

 

[murphy4trees]

Will that give voice commands while you are driving?

 

[Nickrosis]

Originally posted by netree
Just think of the possible uses for that data... from how you market your business on up.

Bingo. One of my many projects for this winter....

Inventorying a customer's property could give you a real edge on care for them. It's taking the municipal approach to a micro-level with even more tree-specific care.

Say, for example, you had a Detroit tree company when emerald ash borer hit. You could search your database, mail every customer with an ash tree a letter, and set up appointments to discuss their options. That's something that would set you apart. Far and away.

 

[geofore]

GPS vs GIS

Nick, you need to visit other sites. GPS is one thing but GIS overlays would have tree map overlays for cities.

 

[Nickrosis]

Re: GPS vs GIS

Originally posted by geofore
Nick, you need to visit other sites. GPS is one thing but GIS overlays would have tree map overlays for cities.

I know what every word means, but I can't figure out your post. GIS overlays exist for many things for many cities, but not every urban tree is already inventoried.