Site Surveys & Training
Skyspecs
Streamlined wind farm inspections with smart drone data capture
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Background
SkySpecs supports clients with long-term renewable asset management through advanced drone inspections. Their team of experienced pilots conducts detailed surveys of wind farm equipment in remote and often challenging locations. A typical site visit involves inspecting turbine blades and other critical components to help maintain performance and safety.
Problem
SkySpecs relied on manual data collection for wind farm inspections, which often led to inefficiencies and mistakes. Coordinating remote pilots and sharing information with the head office took extra time and reduced service responsiveness. They needed a more structured, reliable way to capture, review and act on inspection data.
Solution
V88 developed two connected Glide applications tailored to SkySpecs’ needs. Over 100 drone pilots now use a mobile app to record inspection details in a structured format, access an up-to-date knowledge base, report equipment issues, and request support when needed. The SkySpecs admin team uses a secure web portal to review submissions, generate reports for clients, manage equipment inventories, and handle pilot requests for spare parts or urgent assistance.
Result
SkySpecs pilots can now capture site data quickly and accurately using any device, speeding up inspections and improving accuracy. They can check equipment inventories, flag missing or faulty parts, and find answers to technical questions with clear guides and videos. If needed, they can raise a safety alert with their location to get immediate support. The admin team reviews inspection results, spots trends, keeps pilots informed with the latest briefings, and ensures that critical replacement parts reach pilots without delay. The combined system has improved efficiency, cut costs, enhanced client service and strengthened support for pilots working in the field.
Quote
We chose V88 because they asked all the right questions from the outset. They also showed passion for our project. When we agreed to move forward, they broke the project down into phases with a clear timeline and deliverables so that we never had to worry. Throughout, V88 has been communicative, quick to respond and relentlessly committed to the project’s success. They are also very good humored. We are so grateful we found them. We are very happy! Our project is complex but they feel like true partners who will face future challenges with us. We would definitely use them again.
