We first used The Priory at Hitchin as venue for Council meetings in 2009 and have enjoyed returning once a year ever since.  The spacious grounds, 14th Century building and relaxed atmosphere usually make for a good set of meetings.

The three Committees (PR, Membership and Technical) rattled through their, very full, agendas from 10.30am to 12.30pm.  A lot of ground is covered during this time, aided by a member of the Secretariat on each (Rory on MIA, Rachel on PR and Susan on Technical).  Members have read through the briefing notes supplied beforehand and discussions are detailed and informed.

After a pleasant interlude for lunch and lively conversation, Council convened at 1.30pm – chaired by TSA’s President Graham Mills.  The main points and recommendations from the morning Committees were put to Council for discussion and/or approval.  A new Member was approved and various seminars have been confirmed (see our Events page for more details).  Further enhancements and updates will be made to TSA’s incredibly popular website and social media platforms.  The Technical Committee have a fearsome track record in producing Client Guides of the highest quality and more are in draft form.

The day ended positively, with a clear programme of work.  Dates for 2014 meetings have already been set. The reports of yesterdays meetings have already been written and the actions are already well under way.

Keep an eye on the website for announcements, Press Releases and more details added to planned events.

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We first used The Priory at Hitchin as venue for Council meetings in 2009 and have enjoyed returning once a year ever since.  The spacious grounds, 14th Century building and relaxed atmosphere usually make for a good set of meetings.

The three Committees (PR, Membership and Technical) rattled through their, very full, agendas from 10.30am to 12.30pm.  A lot of ground is covered during this time, aided by a member of the Secretariat on each (Rory on MIA, Rachel on PR and Susan on Technical).  Members have read through the briefing notes supplied beforehand and discussions are detailed and informed.

After a pleasant interlude for lunch and lively conversation, Council convened at 1.30pm – chaired by TSA’s President Graham Mills.  The main points and recommendations from the morning Committees were put to Council for discussion and/or approval.  A new Member was approved and various seminars have been confirmed (see our Events page for more details).  Further enhancements and updates will be made to TSA’s incredibly popular website and social media platforms.  The Technical Committee have a fearsome track record in producing Client Guides of the highest quality and more are in draft form.

The day ended positively, with a clear programme of work.  Dates for 2014 meetings have already been set. The reports of yesterdays meetings have already been written and the actions are already well under way.

Keep an eye on the website for announcements, Press Releases and more details added to planned events.

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Nonetheless, all three Committees (PR, Membership and Internal Affairs a.k.a MIA and Technical) all managed to hold their meetings in the morning and work through their various agendas.  Lunch time was a treat of Nottinghamshire’s finest fish ‘n’ chips ‘n’ mushy peas.  It’s all about the glamour!

The time that Council members give up for TSA is not to be underestimated.  An ability to see the ‘bigger picture’ and work together for the good of the membership and the industry as a whole is crucial.  Every meeting is about communicating the issues that need to be discussed and plans that need to made for the next week, month and several years into the future. 

Membership growth has been reported at consecutive meetings, which is always encouraging.  Meeting dates have already been set for 2013, with most seminars well advanced in the planning stages and talk did turn to 2014 and beyond.

TSA’s AGM on 17th April 2013 looks to be a great mix of opportunities for members to enjoy an open discussion, networking over lunch and train engines plus a session devoted to BIM in the afternoon.  Seminars on various topics such as GPR, Building Surveying and GIS are already scheduled.  A big event on UAVs is currently being pulled together for the summer.  If you are considering applying to join TSA, now would be a very good time!

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The promotional activity surrounding the Network RTK 2 documents was discussed by PR, as well as the successful launch of TSA’s new-look website.  Further inprovements are planned, reflecting the enormous number of visitors we receive.

MIA got their teeth into new Applications for Membership, which show no sign of slowing down.  Interest in TSA remains high.  More free Technical Seminars on subjects such as Mobile Mapping and GPR are planned for the Autumn.  The Discussion Group in November is to be hosted by the fabulous National Space Centre in Leicester – a day not to be missed, with a wonderful array of speakers not to mention a session in the Planetarium!

The Technical Committee is always extremely busy working on many new Client Guides while also updating current documents.  The thorny issue of stolen equipment was also discussed at great length, with many ideas being pulled together to make a difference for members struggling to protect their kit.

After a break for lunch, Council then convened and each Committee Chairman gave a brief summary of what had been discussed with any recommendations then put forward for Council approval.

TSA would not function without the very dedicated volunteers who make up our Council.  These days are always very fruitful and issues are always debated with great energy and enthusiasm.  The next meeting is in October in London and the months between now and then will be very busy.

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