OnStation vs. Survey123 “I haven’t found anything that gives me the total package like OnStation does. There are programs that do parts of what my business needs, but nothing like OnStation.” — Jeremiah Littleton, CEI Manager Start Free Trial Get a Demo OnStation excels in field operations linking documentation, forms, and communication to location with station/offset while Survey123 utilizes forms for documentation but does not reference station. What’s themain difference? OnStationLIVE STATION OFFSET IN THE FIELD Real-time GPS Stationing: Instantly know your location on the jobsite in reference to station, mile marker, lat/long, LRS.Document & Capture Field Data: Document work completion, track testing, and flag issues with time, date, and station stamped location from the field.Data Portal: Export data for use with your PMS, daily diaries, and pay workflow.As-builts & GIS Integration: Streamline the creation of as-built documents and export GeoJSON files for GIS systems. Find Your Project Survey123FORM-BASED FIELD DATA COLLECTION Document & Capture Field Data: Form-based GIS data collection. Data Analysis: Ability to analyze survey data to gain insights and create reports.GIS Integration: Integrates with Esri ArcGIS platform. Upload Files Project: New Highway Bypass ConstructionA State DOT is building a 10-mile bypass around a city utilizing multiple teams; design engineers, contractors, inspectors, environmental staff, and surveyors. When touse both? Use OnStation:Field crews view their live station and offset to place drainage pipes, subbase, or pavement. Inspectors drop flags with photos at exact station locations where compaction fails or note where utilities are exposed. DOT project managers reference alignment files and design PDFs on-site within the app, no paper plans required.Maintenance flags are added for future work (shoulder rut at 213+50). Use Survey123:Environmental compliance teams walk corridor before clearing, using forms to record:Wetland boundariesInvasive species locationsProtect species sighting Each form submission includes:photosGPS location (lat/lon)Drop-down data like vegetation types or permit IDs Form data flows into ArcGIS dashboard for reporting How theywork together The wetland flags identified in Survey123 get converted to a GIS layer.That layer is imported into OnStation for the construction team to reference. For example: “Environmental buffer: No equipment past STA 120+25, 50’ RT”Later, inspectors use OnStation to document silt fence installation at the flagged station, adding photo confirmation. Bonusintegration tip Survey123 collects structured forms into ArcGIS.OnStation visualizes the GIS data and adds field-based flags with stationing.Together, They help ensure field compliance, design accuracy, and documentation. In the Field Learn how a Project Manager at APEX Engineering used OnStation’s date and station stamped photo documentation to save $80,000. “If you can prove all these pictures wrong with the exact locations then have at it. And that was the end of the conversation.” - APEX Engineering Project Manager Watch Now STA: 1786+45 14R = MM: 461.991 = LL: 30.380179,-95.067204 = LRS: 461.458 2L = STA: 1786+45 14R = MM: 461.991 = LL: 30.380179,-95.067204 = LRS: 461.458 2L = STA: 1786+45 14R = MM: 461.991 = LL: 30.380179,-95.067204 = LRS: 461.458 2L = From the Field “OnStation has added more and better detail to our inspection records. The station finder helps find our locations on projects easily.” Michael Zylstra, Field Representative “You immediately know both your physical and plan location, can flag or highlight a particular portion of the work and communicate the highlighted issue to the team.” Tate Blackletter, Project Manager “OnStation makes our job easier and keeps us organized. It helps in the field with note taking, stationing, distance, pictures, and documenting on the spot.” Lisa Dressel, Construction Administrator “It allows anyone to install an app on their device, find their project and have stationing access to plans.” David Stewart, Field Technician “I enjoy the simplicity of navigating the app and the utility it provides in the field. It helps visualize projects in a totally different way.” Dakota Riffle, Construction “You can use your phone or tablet without using expensive GPS equipment.” Daniel Wayne, HT4 “I can find my location from the safety of my truck without being in live traffic or walking around an active job site.” OnStation User FREE Stationing Training Our stationing experts created these training videos to help individuals in the industry learn about the most important aspect of a job… Location!GO TO FREE COURSES ▶ Featured Introduction To Stationing Stationing is the project locationing system that allows individuals to budget, design, and construct roadway projects. The following lessons will cover the different types of stationing and why they are important. Introduction to Digital Stationing Stationing is the project locationing system that allows individuals to budget, design, and construct roadway projects. The following lessons will cover the different types of stationing and why they are important. How Digital Stationing Improves On-Site Jobsite Location Digital stationing is essential for long roadway projects to operate at max efficiency without losing money. In this lesson, you will learn about the benefits of digital stationing, and get insight on how other projects implement it and problem solve using the tool.
