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time to engage, educate, and lead—explore the full series and be part of the movement to secure the future of surveying. Monday: AI, Automation, and the Delusion of Effortless Accuracy The Hype vs. Reality of AI in Surveying: Why Tech Companies Keep Getting It Wrong AI is often marketed as a game-changer for surveying, but the reality is far more complicated. This article explores the biggest AI failures in geospatial work and why human expertise remains irreplaceable. How AI Will Change (Not Replace) the Surveying Profession AI isn’t here to replace surveyors, but it is changing the profession. Learn how to leverage AI-driven tools effectively while maintaining the professional judgment that automation lacks. The biggest threat isn’t AI itself—it’s who controls it. Big Tech companies are reshaping geospatial data ownership, but surveyors must take a stand to ensure accuracy and professional oversight remain priorities. Few people realize how crucial NOAA is to modern surveying. This three-article series unpacks the agency’s role, what happens if it loses funding, and why surveyors must advocate for its survival. Why NOAA Is The Most Important Agency You’ve Never Thought About NOAA quietly keeps surveying accurate through GPS corrections, tide gauges, and geodetic infrastructure. Without it, modern geospatial work would collapse. Learn why NOAA is indispensable to your profession. If NOAA funding disappears, surveyors will lose access to critical tools like CORS and the National Spatial Reference System. Explore the cascading effects on boundary accuracy, infrastructure, and the profession itself. The Fight to Save NOAA: How Surveyors Can Advocate for Their Own Future NOAA is under constant funding threats, and surveyors must lead the charge to protect it. This article lays out practical steps to educate lawmakers, advocate for funding, and ensure NOAA’s future. Wednesday: Licensure Under Siege – The Quiet War Against Professionalism Surveying licensure isn’t just under threat—it’s actively being dismantled. This three-article series reveals who’s behind the push for deregulation and what surveyors can do to fight back. Deregulation advocates claim licensure is unnecessary, but removing it opens the floodgates to unqualified operators. Discover the industries pushing for deregulation—and why they don’t have surveyors’ best interests in mind. When Licensure Disappears, So Does Accuracy (And Public Trust) Surveying isn’t just about measurement—it’s about accountability. Without licensure, boundary disputes, infrastructure failures, and legal battles will skyrocket. Learn why professional standards are non-negotiable. The Path Forward: How Surveyors Can Defend Professional Standards It’s not too late to stop deregulation—but surveyors must act now. This article outlines a clear strategy for advocacy, public education, and professional unity to preserve licensure and public trust. Thursday: The Vanishing Surveyor – If We Don’t Pass Down Knowledge, AI Will Own the Future The biggest threat to surveying isn’t just AI or deregulation—it’s the failure to pass down knowledge. This series highlights why mentorship and education are the profession’s best defense. Surveyors generate billions of dollars in geospatial data—but Big Tech is monetizing it without compensation. This article examines how surveyors can reclaim control of their intellectual property. How to Build the Future of Surveying Through Education Surveyors must actively train and mentor the next generation, or risk being replaced by underqualified technicians. Discover how platforms like LEARN can help preserve and pass on critical expertise. Friday: The War for Reality – Why Surveyors Must Defend Their Place in Society Surveyors are the last line of defense in an increasingly digitized world. This series explores the urgent need for advocacy, public education, and professional leadership. Surveyors: The Last Defenders of Ground Truth in a Virtual World If surveyors don’t fight for reality, Big Tech will define it—and they’ll get it wrong. Learn why professional oversight is critical as AI-driven mapping takes over. The Public Perception Problem: Why No One Knows What Surveyors Do Most people have no idea what surveyors actually do, and that ignorance is hurting the profession. Here’s how surveyors can educate the public and reshape their image. The Call to Action: How Surveyors Must Organize, Educate, and Lead The future of surveying depends on leadership. If surveyors don’t advocate for their profession, others will redefine it—without them. This article lays out a path forward for professional unity and action. These issues aren’t distant concerns—they’re unfolding right now. Surveyors, the profession’s future depends on your engagement. Read, discuss, and take action. Explore the Futurist Hub to be part of the movement, and check out LEARN to help shape the next generation of professionals. The fight for surveying’s future starts today. >>> Find more and create a "Seeking Employment" profile: Why National Surveyors Week 2025 May Be the Most Important NSW Ever National Surveyors Week (NSW) has long been a time for recognizing the essential role that land surveyors play in shaping the world around us. From defining property boundaries to supporting infrastructure projects and environmental conservation, land surveyors are fundamental to society. However, NSW 2025 may be the most crucial observance in the profession’s history due to growing challenges such as deregul... ation threats, declining public awareness, and rapid technological shifts. This article explores why this year’s NSW carries heightened importance and provides a strategic action plan for the Land Surveyors United community to maximize public engagement and advocacy. Why National Surveyors Week 2025 is Critical1. The Looming Threat of Deregulation Over the past several years, deregulation efforts have emerged in various states, pushing to eliminate or weaken licensing requirements for land surveyors. If these efforts succeed, the industry could see:A rise in unqualified practitioners, leading to poor-quality surveys and legal disputes.Increased liability for property owners due to incorrect boundaries and inaccurate land data.A decline in the professional credibility of land surveyors.As of March 10, 2025, several states are considering legislative measures that could impact the regulation and licensure of land surveyors. Here's an overview of current developments: Florida:House Bill 339 (HB 339): This bill proposes the establishment of the "1st Step Florida Surveyors & Mappers Credentialing & Licensing Protocol," an alternative pathway to temporary licensure for surveyors and mappers. The initiative aims to address workforce shortages by providing more flexible licensure options. Florida SenateSenate Bill 320 (SB 320): Similar to HB 339, SB 320 seeks to amend existing statutes to introduce alternative pathways for licensure, thereby reducing traditional barriers to entry into the surveying profession. Texas: House Bill 2203 (HB 2203): This bill addresses liability concerns related to land surveying services in connection with certain construction or service contracts. While it doesn't directly deregulate the profession, it could influence the legal responsibilities and protections for practicing surveyors. California: Board Discussions: The California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists has been actively discussing potential changes to licensure requirements. In their February 2025 meeting, topics included the modernization of business processes and the integration of new technologies in surveying practices. While no specific deregulation bills are currently on the table, these discussions could lead to future legislative proposals. Georgia: This #J-18808-Ljbffr Land Surveyors United

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