GIS Development (December 2009) The Global Geospatial Magazine Dial geospatial for lifestyle What was originally developed as a military tool has today become a lifestyle statement. GPS has turned into a lifestyle tool for those who like to flaunt the latest gadgets with the newest technologies. Special Focus - Malaysia A motivated government, asking-for-more user community and ready-to-cash-in-on industry together have created an environment of synergy in Malaysia essential for the exponential growth of geospatial with a promise of 'Digital Malaysia' Mature Malaysia Being the face of geospatial, data providers - including national mapping agencies, satellite imagery providers and other spatial data providers - constitute the hub of geospatial activity in a country. Industry - Cashing in on awareness Data providers are euphoric about the status of the availability of geospatial data in the country and the initiatives they have been taking to raise the level of utility of geospatial technologies. Users - Vouching by GIS A variety of users including government departments, utilities and infrastructure providers across Malaysia have woken up to the significance of geospatial technologies and are vouching bytheir efficacy. Interviews HE Datuk Douglas Uggah Embas    Minister, NRE, Government of Malaysia Y. Bhg. Sr. Dato' Prof. Dr. Abdul Kadir bin Taib    Director General of Survey & Mapping, Dept. of Survey & Mapping, Malaysia, (JUPEM) Fuziah Bt. Hj. Abu Hanifah    Director, Malaysian Centre for Geospatial Data Infrastructure (MaCGDI)

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Geo:International (November 2009) Monthly Magazine on Geoinformation Technologies Disaster Management and Monitoring When weather is destructive, geospatial imagery helps recovery efforts which take years to manage efficiently and effectively. ITT’s ENVI provides a suite of scientifically accurate and intuitive image processing and analysis tools to support disaster management and monitoring initiatives. Brabant Water upgrades and integrates GIS Replacing an operational GIS is never an easy task. Brabant Water in the Netherlands planned well and now reap the benefits. Asset Management Within Datacenters Philippe Compere, from STAR-APIC, discusses the challenges and presents a solution for managing very large, complex datacenters. Kilimanjaro - Standing High Above Africa Precise measurements of Kilimanjaro provide a baseline for future observation to study the region’s geological and environmental changes.

GeoConnexionUK(November - December 2009) Bi-monthly Magazine on Geoinformation Technologies GNSS trends from ION GNSS 09 Conference ION GNSS 2009 appeared at first glance just like the previous several GNSS (formerly GPS) shows. There was the biggest exhibition of the year; six tracks of papers being presented concurrently for three days (around 300 papers are presented at each ION GNSS); and the awards ceremony at the end to recognise outstanding potential and ongoing contributions to GNSS from students through to industry veterans. Asset maps at your fingertips The future of asset mapping lies in the provision of a single web-based service that maps all UK utilities’ assets in one place so that contractors and site workers nationwide can check for assets on-site from their laptops, PDA’s and mobile phones. Put the GIS professional at the heart of the LI organisation Web 2.0, GeoWeb and Open Source are playing a pivotal role in the ‘push’ dynamic of the ‘location revolution’ and product development such as our own is the fuel for the pull element, but it’s down to the GIS professional to direct the process and manage the creation of the wholly location-intelligent organisation. Are data fit for purpose? Robust measurement generates high quality data that can’t be challenged and provides confidence that conclusions drawn from interpretations of that data are of the highest integrity. If the level of uncertainty is too high, it provides an opportunity for sceptics to question whether the data, and conclusions from it, are fit for purpose.

Point of Beginning (December 2009) Editor’s Points: The next peak The geospatial services firm has more than 40 years of experience in aerial photography and photogrammetric mapping. But when mobile LiDAR technology first emerged, Carter and Andelin were quick to envision the potential. Andelin says, “When we saw the mobile technology, we knew it would be a game-changer.” Marking a Turning Point The idea to rehabilitate the Initial Point of the Uintah Special Meridian in eastern Utah came up at the May 2009 board meeting of the Utah Council of Land Surveyors (UCLS). From a surveyor’s perspective, the initial point, recently marked by a 16-penny nail in the rural intersection of two roads, didn’t present much of a challenge. Merrick & Co. Project Takes Top Honors in MAPPS Contest A geospatial data collection project providing for levee recertification performed by Merrick & Co. was named the “Project of the Year” in the 2009 Geospatial Products and Services Excellence Awards competition sponsored by MAPPS, the association of private geospatial firms. On the Right Track When ADS approached A&M Railroad about conducting a proof-of- concept investigation of mobile LiDAR to survey a section of the railroad infrastructure, the men were intrigued. Of particular interest was the condition of a quarter-mile-long tunnel that the trains pass through on their journey.

GPS World (December 2009) Global Positioning Technology Monthly The Smartphone Revolution This article covers the technology revolution behind GPS in mobile phones; but first, let’s take a brief look at the market growth. This montage gives a snapshot of 28 of the 228 distinct Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) smartphone models (as of this writing) that carry GPS. Testing Software Receivers Real-world GNSS receiver testing forms a crucial step in the product development cycle. Unfortunately, traditional testing methods are time-consuming and labor-intensive, particularly when it is necessary to evaluate both nominal performance and the likelihood of unexpected deviations with a high level of confidence. The System: Galileo Removes Manufacturing Barrier “We have an ambition to become, after GPS, the second system of choice,” stated Paul Verhoef, program manager of the EU satellite navigation programs, at the World Congress of the International Association of Institutes of Navigation (IAIN) on October 28. Expert Advice: Availability Gaps: Solutions for Aviation Recent attention given to aging GPS satellites and availability gaps from lagging constellation replenishment have provoked deep concern, particularly within the aviation community.s

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Position Magazine (December 2009) In Search of SBAS America has the wide area augmentation system (WAAS), Europe the European GNSS overlay system (EGNOS), Japan the multifunction satellite augmentation system (MSAS) and India is launching its GPS-aided Geo-augmented navigation (GAGAN) system. Towards Smart Grids The government has released the final program guidelines for its Smart Grid. According to the 2009-10 Federal Budget, $100 million has been earmarked for a demonstration of the project. The Laser Mapping Conundrum Airborne laser mapping has emerged as one of the most productive forms of data acquisition in the industry. Its status has changed from experimental to industry standard.

GIM International (November 2009) Modelling the Erechteion Modern TLS generate between 10 and 50 million 3D coordinates per minute: about 500Mbytes of data. Together with high-resolution images for texturing purposes, this is enough information to choke high-end PCs running commercial software. Bluetooth Tracking Researchers at Ghent University in Belgium are using Bluetooth scanners to reconstruct the path of moving persons. Everyone with a Bluetooth-enabled phone is a participant in their research and will be tracked. Foresight in Survey Education It's no secret that GPS systems have changed surveying. To keep pace with industry, international educational systems need to teach students how to use GPS systems and modern survey equipment, such as robotic total-stations. Participatory Vulnerability Analysis "If I had known that the river would flow this way this year, I would not have invested so much in my farm. I could have reduced my losses," rued Bikram, one of thousands of small farmers in Nepal who are regularly surprised by vagaries of nature.

The American Surveyor (November/December 2009) Guest Editorial: CGSIC Highlights To state simply that the pool of GPS users has grown rapidly would be a gross understatement. The deep end of the pool is made up of the longtime user segments of GPS¬marine navigation, timing, high precision applications like surveying, science, and so on. Reconnaissance: Retracement Surveys and Undocumented Corners (Part 2 of 2) In the case of a monumented deed or property corner, it is the execution of a document creating or conveying an interest that actually creates the corner. Model Behavior: The How-To Guide to Successful Surface Modeling, Part 3 In the marketplace, it is no longer enough to simply produce a flat map, although this is something the world has worked on for centuries.

PositionIT (November/December 2009) GIS in contaminated site investigations and remediation planning The use of environmental geographical/geospatial information systems (GIS) is fast gaining momentum in South Africa. One of the useful applications of this tool is in combining multiple lines of evidence in the decision-making process on the outcome of site investigations. Using GIS in biodiversity conservation across South Africa The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) promotes easy and open access to biodiversity information. Through its Biodiversity GIS website it provides free access to biodiversity plans, maps and tools to support research, planning and decision-making. Archaeology: Combining mapping techniques with digital technology By combining traditional mapping techniques with digital technology, archaeological researchers aim to provide a comprehensive package for understanding domestic space and everyday lives. Spatial optimisation of the SA Social Security Agency service offices Location-allocation modelling provides a methodology for optimising accessibility by creating a spatially equitable and efficient distribution of service locations at lower overall costs.