GeoMon Consultancy

27/03/2026

Teach them young, show them the ways.

01/08/2025

28/02/2025

Kaweweta, Uganda called and we hearkened. 7000acres under irrigation. The task was to carry out the drone survey, catchment analysis, small reservoir capacity estimation and finally intake and 12km of pipeline design.
Doesn't it feel good when the client responds with, 'FANTASTIC WORK, PERFECT?'

17/01/2025

Geomatics is nature. The Masai Mara Conservation Hub and Visitor Centre will embody a holistic approach to ecological and cultural preservation.
The project will prioritize ethical material sourcing, and green building practices such as solar power and rainwater harvesting, and aims to achieve sustainability accreditation.

16/11/2024

On site, p**p to money is the objective.

16/11/2024

Scenic from the terrains.

13/09/2024

NAVIGATING PRECISION IN DRONE MAPPING: A LOOK AT THREE TECHNOLOGIES.

Ground Control Points (GCP), Real-Time Kinematics (RTK), and Post-Processed Kinematics (PPK).

Ground Control Points (GCP):
Pros:
1-Absolute Accuracy: GCPs provide a benchmark for absolute accuracy, ensuring reliable georeferencing.
2-Versatility: Suitable for various mapping applications and projects of different scales.
3-Cost-Effective: Initial setup costs might be lower compared to some RTK/PPK solutions.

Cons:
1-Time-Consuming: Manual placement and surveying of GCPs can be time-intensive.
2-Logistical Challenges: Accessibility to GCP locations may pose logistical challenges in remote or rugged terrains.
3-Dependency on Surveyor Expertise: Accuracy heavily depends on the surveyor's expertise in placing GCPs.

Real-Time Kinematics (RTK):
Pros:
1-Real-Time Corrections: Provides real-time, centimeter-level accuracy during drone flights.
2-Reduced Ground Control Needs: Decreases the dependency on a dense network of GCPs.
3-Time Efficiency: Accelerates data collection with instant corrections.

Cons:
1-Limited Range: RTK requires a continuous connection to a base station, limiting operational range.
2-Signal Interference: Can be susceptible to signal interruptions in urban canyons or areas with dense vegetation.
3-Cost: RTK-enabled equipment tends to be more expensive than traditional setups.

Post-Processed Kinematics (PPK):
Pros:
1-Flexibility: Eliminates the need for real-time communication, allowing more flexibility in mission planning.
2-Centimeter-Level Accuracy: Achieves high accuracy through post-processing, comparable to RTK.
3-Reduced Dependency on GCPs: Minimizes the necessity for an extensive GCP network.

Cons:
1-Post-Processing Time: Requires additional time for post-processing, impacting real-time decision-making.
2-Equipment Cost: PPK-enabled drones and software may have a higher upfront cost.
3-Learning Curve: Mastery of post-processing workflows may be needed for optimal results.

28/08/2024

A heart throbbing…

An ‘online educator’ on his VAMPIRE DIARIES episodes, recently dismissed the importance of feasibility study in an engineering project. He said, “…our money has gone to the drain just like that. Wastage of public funds on a mere feasibility study…” This pained and irked my nerves.

A mental repose….

A FEASIBILITY STUDY is a crucial stage in engineering projects because it helps determine whether the project is viable and worth pursuing. Here are some key reasons why it's important:

1. Risk Assessment: A feasibility study identifies potential risks and challenges early on, allowing project planners to address them before significant resources are committed. The risks may involve a dam collapsing, poorly designed roads that create a black spot, and a building collapsing killing occupants.
2. Cost Estimation: It provides a detailed estimate of the costs involved, helping to ensure that the project is financially viable and within budget constraints. That is why in engineering projects we have BoQs that are based on market rates.
3. Technical Viability: The study evaluates whether the project can be technically achieved with the available resources, technology, and expertise. If not, then the project will not stand the test of nature.
4. Legal and Regulatory Compliance: It helps ensure that the project complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards, avoiding legal issues down the line. Otherwise, the project will be the source of dispute both in human-human and human-animal conflicts.
5. Resource Allocation: By understanding the resources required (time, money, manpower, materials), a feasibility study aids in proper planning and allocation, avoiding shortages or overuse of resources. Who wants to have white-elephant projects?
6. Decision-Making: The results of a feasibility study provide critical data that support informed decision-making by stakeholders, guiding whether to proceed, modify, or abandon the project.
7. Stakeholder Confidence: A thorough feasibility study builds confidence among stakeholders, investors, and decision-makers, showing that the project has been carefully analyzed and is likely to succeed.
8. Project Planning: It lays the groundwork for more detailed project planning by identifying key requirements, constraints, and objectives, leading to more effective and efficient project management.

Overall…

a feasibility study is essential for minimizing risks, ensuring proper resource use, and setting the foundation for successful project ex*****on.

NB/ I am not saying that corruption doesn’t exist in the ex*****on of these projects. I am underscoring that FEASIBILITY STUDY is mere. This is the most important part of any project.

28/08/2024

Just the only good clearing we found deep in the dense natural forest. We move regardless!

28/08/2024

When the time for eyes on the sky comes, don't shy; we have you covered.