Enugu State Government recently acquired a cutting-edge Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) surveying instrument to enhance the operations of the Survey Extra-Ministerial Department.
Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, recognizing the importance of technological advancement, spearheaded the procurement, aiming to boost the efficiency of the surveying processes within the department.
According to reports, the primary function of this state-of-the-art GNSS surveying instrument is to expedite survey work, ensuring not only speed but also accuracy and reliability. The instrument utilizes a special automated process to pinpoint locations with precision, significantly contributing to the overall effectiveness of the department’s activities.
In an interview with newsmen on Thursday in Enugu, the Acting Surveyor General of Enugu State, Surv. Chime Justus Uchenna expressed his conviction that the new equipment is an answer to the prayers of the department.
Emphasizing its significance, he noted that the machine’s ability to transmit field data directly to the office serves as a powerful tool, eliminating professional errors that may have previously occurred in surveying tasks.
Surv. Chime also highlighted a distinctive feature of the GNSS instrument, stating that, “Its special automation ability allows it to remain stationed in the field while providing real-time data for analysis in the office.”
He further explained that the data acquisition format employed by the machine facilitates seamless movement from field data to an online platform.
“This implies that once the data is input into a satellite imagery-enabled platform, it can generate an accurate location of where the data was acquired.”
“The introduction of this advanced surveying instrument marks a significant milestone, addressing the department’s needs and enhancing its capabilities.”
Surv. Chime further underscored the transformative impact of the GNSS surveying instrument on their daily operations; stating that, the machine’s unique automation ability allows it to remain stationed in the field while providing real-time data, marking a departure from traditional surveying methods so as not to only streamline the workflow but also enhance the accuracy and reliability of the collected data.
The Ag. Surveyor General, highlighted the machine’s role in error reduction, posting that, its capability to transmit field data directly to the office is a crucial aspect of its effectiveness.
“By eliminating the need for manual data transfer and minimizing the risk of errors during the process, the GNSS instrument becomes an invaluable asset to the Survey Extra-Ministerial Department’s quest for precision in their surveying endeavors.”
However, as the department embraces this cutting-edge technology, there is a perfect sense of optimism about the positive impact it will have on their overall efficiency. The integration of the GNSS surveying instrument not only answers the department’s prayers but also positions them at the forefront of technological advancement in the field of surveying.
