Mobile Data Collection vs Ecobot Collector

GIS Cloud Mobile Data Collection is a solution for recording and updating data in the field with mobile devices in real time, also allowing instant data access from the office. Digitize your workflow and eliminate errors and time-consuming paperwork! The mobile app enables you to accurately record data, online or offline, by filling in digital custom survey forms. You can create an unlimited number of your own unique forms in the user-friendly form builder, in the connected web app (Mobile Data Collection Portal). Continue working on your data, edit, share, and collaborate through GIS Cloud powerful web Map Editor app. Find everything you need for your workflow in one platform, no need for integrations. Collect points, lines, or polygons! Use GPS to capture data on the go, or switch to manual and use pinpoint and drawing tools for even better precision. Form fields are fully customizable and you can choose from text fields, selects lists, radio buttons, checkboxes, electronic signature, autofill, barcode, photo and audio, hidden fields, and much more. To control data accuracy and eliminate errors, make your form fields required, conditional (dependent on other form fields or data input), or persistent. Manage your field staff and share projects with custom forms to field workers by assigning them the collect and update permissions, and they can instantly start collecting data in the field. Simply sign into your GIS Cloud account (or sign up for free) and send collected data directly to your GIS Cloud app in the cloud. Data is immediately represented on a map, just click on any map feature to access collected data. Generate reports from the web app. Access data through GIS Cloud Map Editor, where you can further edit and style your data, overlay with additional data layers analyze data, share data with colleagues with different permissions to collaborate on projects. You can also export data and much more. Collect field data and conduct field surveys faster and easier than ever before. Start creating forms in the MDC Portal web app on https://giscloud.com and have your team out and about in a quarter of an hour! All you need in the field: - Offline data capture - Offline maps - Points, Lines, and Polygons geometry support - Media (photos & audio) enriched location information - QR code and barcode support - Electronic signature - Dropdowns, lists, input boxes, and comments based on custom forms - Review data attributes directly in the app - Search through data on the map - Control different layers in the map - Edit existing data - Listen to audio and view images - Real-time GPS location - View and explore maps in the field Prepare and analyze in the office: - Cloud-based web apps - Custom forms designer - Rich GIS symbology and visualization - Data editing and exporting - One-click map and data sharing - Real-time collaboration - Map publishing - Spatial Queries & Analysis - Account administration Note! This app will use GPS in the background to give you the most accurate and current location. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact us at support@giscloud.com. Privacy Policy: https://www.giscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.giscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/terms-of-use.html

Ecobot Collector is the mobile app for field data collection within the Ecobot platform. Capture accurate field data, map features, organize photos, and complete required forms with workflows designed specifically for wetlands, streams, and natural resources assessments. Collector helps you eliminate repetitive data entry so you can stay focused on the scientific insight your clients rely on. Collector pairs with Ecobot Manager, the web-based part of the platform, to create a connected field-to-office workflow. Together, they keep your data consistent, organized, and ready for reporting. WHY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS USE ECOBOT Accurate field data Standardized data entry, photo organization, calculations, and references support clear and defensible documentation. Built for real field conditions Work online or offline. Collector saves entries locally and syncs when you are back online. Unsynced data alerts keep you confident that nothing is left behind. More time for science Fast entry, smart defaults, and automated calculations reduce time spent on paperwork and rework. Consistent data across your team Unified mobile and web workflows reduce variation and help teams deliver reliable results. Project Merge and Project Transfer let you simplify large projects and reassign ownership easily. Connected to Ecobot Manager Review, manage, QA, and export data from the web with enhanced photo editing, favorites, rotation, and multi-image tools. Two-factor authentication and role-based permissions support better team controls. KEY FEATURES Field data collection for wetlands, streams, and natural resources Capture vegetation, soils, hydrology indicators, OHWM observations, and more. Record photos with mapped metadata and build automated project photo logs. Work entirely offline when needed. Standardized forms and automated calculations Use USACE Regional Wetland Determination Data Sheets, USACE Rapid OHWM, and NC DWQ Stream Identification forms. Collector automates indicators, dominance ratios, prevalence indices, and other required calculations. Integrated mapping Drop points, lines, and polygons. Navigate to features. View geolocated photos. Use mobile GPS or compatible GNSS receivers in the field. Jump directly to features and photos from the home screen. Advanced photo tools Capture, organize, and sort photos instantly. Tag favorites, rotate incorrectly oriented images, and use incremental loading for faster viewing. Use Ecobot Manager to review and QA photos efficiently. Survey and workflow enhancements Enjoy distraction-free survey views, color-coded status indicators, new manage-survey modal, and direct navigation between points, features, and photos. Team and security features Project Merge and Project Transfer simplify large-scale workflows and team reorganization. Unsynced data alerts and device naming support field-office alignment. Two-factor authentication and role-based permissions bring enterprise-grade controls. Secure data storage Ecobot uses AWS-backed infrastructure so your project data is safely stored, backed up, and accessible. Ecobot is built by environmental consultants and trusted by leading AEC firms. With connected mobile and web workflows, Ecobot helps teams collect accurate data, reduce rework, and deliver consistent, defensible results. ECOBOT® is a trademark of Ecobot, Inc. Patent pending.