How it works

A clear workflow from scope to final report.

Every SITE INTEL assignment follows the same structured workflow — from planning and capture to processing, review, and delivery. Here is what each step involves.

01

Define the scope and deliverable

Confirm the project type, site boundaries, and the decision the documentation needs to support. Agree on the report format, zone definitions, and delivery timeline before the flight is scheduled.

02

Mission planning and airspace confirmation

Complete mission planning the day before: NOTAM check, airspace classification, NTRIP base station availability for RTK accuracy, grid parameters, and a formal risk assessment retained on file per Transport Canada regulations.

03

Site capture under Advanced Operations rules

All commercial flights are conducted under Transport Canada Advanced Operations rules. RTK direct georeferencing provides 1–3 cm horizontal accuracy where required. Imagery is archived immediately after the flight.

04

Data processing — orthomosaic, DSM, volumes

Raw imagery is processed using DJI Terra Pro on the SITE INTEL workstation. Orthomosaics, digital surface models, and volume calculations are generated, quality-checked, and cross-referenced against the agreed scope.

05

Report review and structured delivery

The engineer reviews outputs, writes the executive summary, and structures the deliverable in the agreed format. Reports are delivered within 48 hours of capture via secure client folder, with all source files archived for project records.

What clients get

  • A report matched to the agreed scope and service type
  • Clear executive summary — decisions and changes up front
  • Location-referenced visuals and comparison pages
  • Organized project archive for future reference and comparison
  • 48-hour delivery from flight to final report

What to expect from the process

  • Simple pre-flight communication — scope, access, timeline confirmed in advance
  • Clean delivery — no raw photo dumps, structured report only
  • Repeatable workflow for recurring documentation projects
  • Bilingual service — reports can be delivered in English or French
The fastest way to evaluate the process is to review a real report.

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