Ray Valley(a) and Eli Kersh(b)
(a) BioBase Product Expert and Aquatic Biologist
(b) BioBase Ambassador, Certified Lake Manager, and President of LakeTech Inc.
The term “Fit for Purpose” has recently become a popular term in our circles in the context of mapping and surveying water bodies, and it refers to utilizing the appropriate equipment, methods, and budget for the task at hand.
This principle acknowledges that one type of equipment and method may not be suitable for every scenario. For instance, whether you’re assessing the storage volume of municipal stormwater ponds or maintaining a river channel for commercial navigation, the required level of accuracy will and should be different. While high accuracy and precision may be crucial for certain projects, it might not be necessary for others.
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