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the pavement, concrete, grass and other areas. Alternatively, the 3D mapping technology previously mentioned allows engineers to digitally zoom into every single crack in the pavement and con- crete as well as any areas of disturbed grade with amazing detail. The map can then be used with programs such as AutoCAD to prepare specifications for the repair, replacement or remediation of pavement and concrete. Topographic Surveys Topographic surveys show the ele- vations and contour of land, and are generally used to prepare drainage plans. To perform such a survey, a surveying crew will spend days to weeks walking a site and taking mea- surements. However, this process just got a whole lot easier with drones. During the creation of a 3D map, elevation measurements are taken by the drone and integrated into the map. This data is then used to create a highly accurate topographic survey. Technology is a big part of the world today, and it is constantly changing. Although it is easy to be hesitant in response to large industry shifts, it is important to recognize value when it truly exists. The ability to monitor and upgrade your communities with greater precision than ever before, and often at a significant cost saving, is just the beginning. Drones are finally starting to live up to their true potential, and it is exciting to see how their uses will expand in the future. The applications are endless. n

EDUCATED BUSINESS PARTNER DISTINCTION CAI-NJ Business Partners are indispensable to the community associations they support with their guidance, products and services. CAI-NJ education helps these businesses and professionals differentiate themselves in the competitive community association marketplace. CAI-NJ Educated Business Partners Congratulations to the following Business Partners who have earned the CAI‑NJ Educated Business Partner distinction. Each has successfully completed the Business Partners Essentials course and is affiliated with an active CAI-NJ Business Partner membership. • Sean Ahern, CIRMS, CIC, Jacobson, Goldfarb & Scott, Inc., Holmdel, NJ • Gene Corrado, Pacific Premier Bank, Princeton Junction, NJ • Chelsea Donnigan, Kipcon, Inc., North Brunswick, NJ • Jack Eckhardt, Supreme Metro Corporation, South Plainfield, NJ • Georgette Kyriacou, FWH Associates, P.A., Toms River, NJ • Linda S Lyons, MBA, AXA Equitable, Secaucus, NJ • Edward Mackoul, CIC, Mackoul & Associates, Inc., Old Bridge, NJ • Kevin Mantro, A+ Powerwashing, Neptune, NJ • Jennifer Nevins, D W Smith Associates, LLC, Wall Township, NJ • Julie Nole, Professional Restoration Services LLC, Norwood, NJ • Debbie Pasquariello, CIRMS, CIC, USI Insurance Services, Toms River, NJ • Robert Joseph Puterman, Regal Restoration USA, Eatontown, NJ • James M. Rademacher, Rezkom Enterprises, Inc., Ocean, NJ • David Shahrabani, Popular Association Banking, Miami Lakes, FL • Maria Elena Solis, CMCA, AMS, Lemus Construction, Inc., Furlong, PA • Dan Turi, G & C Electronics, Toms River, NJ • Jessica Vail, Falcon Engineering, Architecture & Energy Consulting, Bridgewater, NJ • Gabriel Vitale, C & L Services, Jackson, NJ • Graceanne Welsh, LAN Exteriors, Morristown, NJ • Kristy Winchock, Morris Engineering, LLC, Bedminster, NJ For information on how you or your employees can earn the Educated Business Partner distinction email info@cainj.org. • Benjamin Basch, American Pool, Edison, NJ • Erika Befumo, CertaPro Painters, Ewing, NJ

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