Drone program technology is revolutionizing countless industries, making it possible for businesses to expand operations, extend reach and capability, and improve operational efficiency.
From an article by Measure.
Whether you run a wind farm and need to monitor your turbines or manage construction sites and want to track progress, you’re probably here because you suspect that drones can help your business thrive. And you might be wondering what you need to know before starting your own drone program.
No two drone programs are the same—even within the same industry, such as agriculture, drone programs in different organizations are going to have different needs and challenges. However there are some common questions that every business should consider when starting a drone program.
This article will help you understand what to consider and how to fulfill your specific needs.
1. Do You Need a Drone Program?
Drones can help your business. You have no question about that. But the first step in starting a drone program is answering a very important question: do you really need to build out an entire internal drone program, or will a drone service provider suffice?
The truth is, not all companies need to have their own drone program. Sometimes, hiring external drone services will be sufficient for your company, at least in the short run.
Here are some reasons you might want to consider hiring a drone service provider instead of building your own capability:
Cost: Between purchasing equipment, adopting software and hiring and training pilots, it can be expensive to build a drone capability from the ground up. The upfront cost is especially high, so it’s important to consider your budget.
Safety regulations in your industry: Some industries have advanced regulations that must be followed. If you build your own drone program, you need to ensure that your team is up to date with current regulations and guidelines. A drone service provider has the experience necessary to abide by these regulations on day one.
Organization and processes: When you build out an entire drone program, organization and internal processes have to be developed, as well. It can be a lot for a small team to handle, but existing drone providers already have robust processes in place.
Hiring and licensing: Being a drone pilot is a specialized skill that requires training and licensing. Whether that means training and licensing existing employees to pilot drones or hiring an already experienced pilot, it can be a big expense in terms of time and money. Existing drone programs already have a fleet of licensed pilots at the ready to fulfill your drone program needs.
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