The drone industry can be a major economic contributor to communities - but developing the right workforce for the jobs available is always a huge challenge for new technology sectors, and finding skilled resources has become a major problem for drone companies. The Nevada Insititute for Autonomous Systems (NIAS) has now been recognized for their successful efforts to bridge … [Read more...] about ARISE: Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems Wins Google Impact Challenge
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Making it Work: Nevada’s Institute for Autonomous Systems Forms Drone Technology and Funding Matchmaker
The Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems (NIAS) has been a leader in supporting new drone technology since its inception. NIAS is more than an FAA test site: they're an accelerator for new systems and applications. Now, NIAS announces a new membership platform designed to bring businesses, customers, and investors together, helping to get new drone solutions to … [Read more...] about Making it Work: Nevada’s Institute for Autonomous Systems Forms Drone Technology and Funding Matchmaker
Two Energy Industry Titans Join AviSight’s Board: Drones for Oil, Gas and Power are Moving Mainstream
It's another sign that drones are going mainstream in the oil, gas and power sector: big names in the industry are joining the boards of top commercial drone companies. The energy sector is rapidly becoming a major growth vertical in commercial drones, as the return on investment (ROI) for drone inspections becomes clear. While the last few years have seen the traditionally … [Read more...] about Two Energy Industry Titans Join AviSight’s Board: Drones for Oil, Gas and Power are Moving Mainstream
DRONELIFE Exclusive: How to Get Hired By One of the Top Drone Companies in the U.S. – an Interview with Avisight’s COO
One of the most common questions we get at DRONELIFE is from new pilots. Wherever they are, or whatever their specialty, we've been asked the same question hundreds, if not thousands, of times: "How do I get a job in the industry?" The answer isn't as simple as getting a Part 107, or of learning a few additional skills. This year almost every commercial drone company we … [Read more...] about DRONELIFE Exclusive: How to Get Hired By One of the Top Drone Companies in the U.S. – an Interview with Avisight’s COO
From Barry Bonds and The Million Dollar Arm to Drone Inspections: J.B. Bernstein and Avisight are on Top of Their Game
A major name in sports brings his business savvy to the skies with Avisight. When my 17-year-old son heard that I was going to interview J.B. Bernstein, his first thought was that I had gotten the name wrong (surely his mother couldn’t speak to anyone that cool.) His second thought was that we must be going to talk about sports, and he was anxious to save me embarrassment by … [Read more...] about From Barry Bonds and The Million Dollar Arm to Drone Inspections: J.B. Bernstein and Avisight are on Top of Their Game
