72. From Field to Future: A Surveyor's Journey in Technological Transformation with Kevin Grover
In Episode 72, the Advanced Research and Technology Leader for @McElhanneyLtd Kevin Grover discusses his geospatial roots, advocating for new tech, data standards, the state of the survey industry, hardware & software potential, financial costs, and much more.
Episode Timeline
1:11 Kevin’s dream job growing up, and his eventful path to geospatial
5:07 Transitioning into an innovation role
7:32 When Kevin was been hesitant to explore new tech
9:21 A story highlighting the difficulty of getting buy-in from others
12:21 Approaching a conversation about adopting new technology
15:36 Thoughts on the survey industry
20:47 A big piece of awareness for surveyors, and a lane they can own
23:13 Sales, overseas tech, and digital twins
25:43 Future creation, and standards with data
28:59 Collaboration, competitors, and data
31:45 Mystery in accuracy
33:28 What technology has the most room for immediate growth
37:15 Which recent or upcoming technology will be most impactful
40:28 Kevin’s growing team and experience hiring and training
43:26 Keeping up with upcoming global demand, academia, and failing
47:23 Advice from Kevin for those looking to grow in or enter the industry
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