Services

mPower Innovations is a full service GIS solutions company. Our suite of software solutions are backed by a highly trained and skilled services division that can help you make the most out of your GIS system. If you don't have a GIS system, we can help take the guesswork out of data collection and mapping projects as well. No job is too big or too small, contact our office today to learn more about our wide range of services.  

Pilot Data Collection Projects
Proof of concept costs little, but delivers big.

Experienced GPS/GIS technicians build a solid foundation for your GIS system, minimizing the up-front investment to verify data is collected correctly – and integrated to your maps properly.  A pilot project is vital to your continued data collection efforts by establishing a basis for the overall data collection.  This process works out most of the possible road blocks that any GPS data collection is likely to run into early and further eliminates potential problems nearing the completion of the project.  

How does this work?
When getting ready to start a Pilot Data Collection Project, a test area needs to be selected.  A good pilot collection area should include a variety of the data features that will be collected throughout the project.  This will help to provide a better estimate for costs and completion date of the whole project once the pilot is completed. Providing a realistic estimate of what the collection process will take in terms of both time and money is critical in managing budgets and timelines.  We want to reduce or eliminate any surprises that might come as the project advances. On the first day, going out into the field to determine best practices for taking locations and gathering data with the GPS units is a must.  This includes setting up what is known as a “Data Dictionary”.  The rest of the week is dedicated to completing GPS data collection in the pilot area.  The following week, the pilot data will be loaded into a mapping program of the customer’s choice, and then worked into the final stages of a mapping system.  This allows our technicians to test the data and to confirm that the process is being performed correctly.  Once the process of getting the data into its final stages is complete, a budget and timeline for the rest of the collection process and GIS deployment can be accurately demonstrated.
 
What is a Data Dictionary?
A data dictionary is the basis for your whole GPS collection project.  It holds all of the key information that will be attributed to each of the features you will be collecting in the field.  Your data dictionary can be as simple or complex as you like, but needs to be comprehensive of the scope of your project and any historical data you would like to include in your final product. This means that before you set up your data dictionary, a complete understanding/view of your project needs to be in place first (with your field workers in mind).  Remember, a data dictionary needs to keep things simple for the people in the field who are collecting the data, but retain functionality to be utilized in your databases and GIS system.  A complete list of all the features needing GPS collection and their associated attributes is key to starting a data dictionary. The data dictionary needs to be able to capture everything in the field, and still export easily into a database.  This takes time and is the most essential part of getting a GPS collection project started on the right track.  

Contact mPower Innovations today to get your GPS collection project started on the right track!

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Our knowledgeable and experienced GPS/GIS technicians understand the importance of a fully functional GIS system and are committed to ensure every client’s GIS reaches its full potential.

GPS Asset Location Services
Is your asset inventory and knowledge recorded accurately?

Proof of concept data validation, eliminates risk and delivers accurate, data-enriched “Smart Maps”.  Our GPS crews have a solid understanding of multiple forms of GPS technologies, have experience using them, and continue to research new technologies on the horizon. We are committed to go above and beyond typical GPS locating services by coupling our GPS knowledge with a deep understanding of electric, water, gas, sewer, and storm infrastructures.
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At mPower, we provide consultation, installation, and implementation services for your GIS system, no matter the condition it is currently in. Our knowledgeable and experienced GPS/GIS technicians understand the importance of a fully functional GIS system and are committed to ensure every client’s GIS reaches its full potential.
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When our GPS crews are out in the field, they represent both mPower and our clients.  Professionalism is very important; mPower strives to the highest standards while we are in the field conducting our work.  We will utilize trucks, all-terrain vehicles (when necessary), trailers, and other equipment to expedite the collection process without losing quality of the data being collected. ​ Click here to contact us to learn more about are GPS Asset Location Services.

Mapping Software Training
Are you tapping into the most powerful features of your current mapping software?

mPower’s expert team of trainers helps you get the most out of your investment in existing or recently upgraded mapping software applications.  We offer on-site and/or remote training sessions to support our client’s in their own GIS pursuits, provide maintenance and technical support, and offer advice to keep any mapping program on track.  We train our clients on most of the widely known GIS/GPS software currently being used in the industry.  Our widely knowledgeable staff are well versed in both ESRI and AutoCAD platforms, as well as many other frequently used platforms.
 
What happens when mPower makes an on-site visit?
Experienced staff come on-site, discuss wants and needs of the client’s data, build/setup data collection software for their individual use, and provide training to establish a basis for their data collection.  Training services are typically focused on the actual data collection techniques in the field, data management after collection, and organizational approaches to keep your efforts manageable.  Part of the training service is to provide clients with documentation of the services provided.  This provides reference information to avoid future costs, while equipping clients with their own book of procedures.  If assistance is needed, consultation and support can easily be scheduled through an off-site service or through another on-site visit.

A well trained staff is integral to success. Let mPower take the guesswork out of training and help you get the most of our investment in your mapping software applications. 

Whether we are analyzing a small set of data or analyzing an entire electric distribution system, our quality of work remains unmatched in the industry. No matter the project, mPower can take an advanced approach to establish connectivity and accuracy to ensure your data can be used in endless applications in the future. 

GIS Integration Services
Need your maps updated or your data converted?

Maintaining and updating a functional GIS can be a daunting and time-consuming task.  Our dedicated team of GIS professionals provide in-house mapping services regardless of the scale.  Whether we are analyzing a small set of data or analyzing an entire electric distribution system, our quality of work remains unmatched in the industry. Past projects include data conversion, georeferencing, custom map creation and preparation, digitizing, visualization cleanup, and much more.  No matter the project, mPower can take an advanced approach to establish connectivity and accuracy to ensure your data can be used in endless applications in the future. With over 30 years in the geospatial industry, you can trust mPower to complete quality work in a fraction of the time and at very reasonable rates.

We like to incorporate a pilot project for our in-house mapping services as well.  We will take a few hours and work with the data to ensure we have our budget and our time allocated properly.  This process will give us a better estimate as to when you can expect the work to be finished and will help mPower to dedicate resources to the project. Contact us today about GIS Integration Services.

Advanced Pole Testing
Get the full life out of your assets to minimize costly treatments and excavations. 

State-of-the-Art Non-Destructive methods make pole testing simple and reliable. These tools simplify managing in-house pole inspections by eliminating the need to excavate poles and offering a powerful platform for providing exceptionally accurate, objective inspection services. Recent trends indicate that many Telecom and Power companies are focusing on extending their use of existing assets in the field to save money, while still maintaining reliability and dependability.  Using a non-destructive method to test your poles will not degrade them, and will give you a solid understanding of which poles need to be replaced.  This will avoid removing poles that are still reliable in the field, thus reducing overall costs.  Contact us today to learn more about advanced pole testing.