Determining and Defining Coordinate Systems in ArcGIS

Determining and Defining Coordinate Systems in ArcGIS

ArcGIS Toolbox – Define Projection vs. Project   –  What’s the difference? Well the difference is very important.  If you’ve tried to add a shapefile into ArcMap that does not have a .prj file (Projection File), you will get the message that it has an Unknown Spatial...
Is My Integrated Camera Good Enough For GIS?

Is My Integrated Camera Good Enough For GIS?

That is an interesting question and not an easy one to answer. We can start by clarifying that standalone digital cameras take the best pictures. That is clear! Many of today’s smartphones and tablets with their miniature lenses do amazingly well too. What if we look...

Tech Talk: TerraSync Basic Data Collection

This Tech Talk highlights the basic overview of collecting point, line and area features using Trimble’s TerraSync software. Checkout some of our other TerraSync videos! Transferring Data Files Best Field Practices for Collecting Geospatial Data Differential...
Beautiful Idaho Story Map

Beautiful Idaho Story Map

Elecdata’s ArcGIS Online site is gaining content.  My favorite addition is the Scenic Byways of Idaho Story Map.  Use the tools in the floating window to scroll through the scenic drives, view videos and click on the many points of interest along the way.  We’d love...