Release V3.80
+ A major improvement to the way we fill in the reference/tag number for the trees, groups and hedges.
+ While on-site, you can update the Site Description and the Survey Report using the 'Update Survey Info' menu option.
+ When re-surveying a tree, you can use the Record Work Done button to update any recommendations from the 'previous' survey.
Release V3.76
+ A few minor enhancements and bug fixes.
Release V3.72
+ Update to new Google User Protection Policies for Android 14.
Release V3.71 features:
+ Hedges can now be plotted as lines, with a canopy/crown radius.
+ Added new survey fields for fungi, pests and diseases.
+ Added additional survey fields for Physiological and Structural Conditions.
+ The crown spread can now be recorded as 4 separate values for N/E/S/W.
+ Now supports CAVAT (2023) - see website for more details.
Release V3.71 features:
+ Hedges can now be plotted as lines, with a canopy based on the recorded crown radius.
+ Added new survey fields for fungi, pests and diseases.
+ Added additional survey fields for Physiological and Structural Conditions - as well as the existing Overall Condition field.
+ The crown spread can now be recorded EITHER as a single average value OR the 4 separate values for N/E/S/W.
+ Now supports CAVAT (2023) - see website for more details.
Tidy up survey app database and improve photo security.
Fix compatibility issue with Android 12.
Release V3.30
+ Improved ease of use (and bug fixes) for the Map features introduced in V3.00.
+ Selecting trees is now always done by clicking on the central icon or text label.
+ You told us that selecting via the crown spread shape was not helpful when the trees are crowded.
+ UK Councils and Local Government can use OS Premium/Master Map.
Release V3.07 fixes a performance issue with large surveys.
With V2.80, there is a new 'Work' stage in the survey process.
A separate work team, estate staff or arboricultural contractors can carry out and record the work done - and can take photos to show the results.
The important thing about the 'Work' stage, is that none of the inspection details or recommendations
can be changed - only the Work Done checkbox and notes can be updated.
Improved Replicate feature to make it easier to copy and replicate trees.
V2.70 We have improved password privacy by allowing users to register and login via Google/Facebook/etc. As long as you use the same email address as used in Google/Facebook/etc, you can use OTISS fully and we never see (or store) your password.
On screen and in reports we now use the common species names e.g. 'Silver Birch'. But when searching for a species on the mobile apps, we have kept the familiar 'genus ordered' lists which groups species together for easier selection.
Another small bugfix in Photos.
Small bugfix on Multiple Species list.
Release V2.52 is a minor fix to improve security for OpenStreetMap.
Release V2.50 comes with a new set of Tree Valuation surveys (CAVAT, TEMPO) - see website for more details.
We have also included a few fixes and enhancements requested by our users. Including the following: (a) You can now enter multiple species per group. (b) Record the work actually done on each recommendation - to preserve a complete survey and maintenance audit trail. (c) Photo Markup with straight or curved lines.
Release V2.50 comes with a new set of Tree Valuation surveys (CAVAT, TEMPO, Helliwell) - see website for more details.
We have also included a few fixes and enhancements requested by our users. Including the following: (a) You can now enter multiple species per group. (b) Record the work actually done on each recommendation - to preserve a complete survey and maintenance audit trail. (c) Photo Markup with straight or curved lines.
V2.41 Added extra check to make sure that all photos have been sync'ed to the OTISS server.
V2.40 Markup your photos with coloured lines and arrows to help clarify your recommendations, or to point out some feature or defect. We have provided a simple, built-in photo editor for basic editing, or you can use one of the photo editor apps that you have installed on your phone/tablet.
The QTRA risk assessment methodology is now supported - only available for QTRA Registered Users.
V2.20 Minor Updates:
A black & white version of OpenStreetMap has been added. This can provide clearer and less cluttered printed maps of the surveyed trees. This is in addition to the existing OpenStreetMap, Google Road and Google Aerial maps that are included in the standard subscription.
Add support for external WMS mapservers when working with councils and very large estates.
Also a few fixes and enhancements requested by our users.
V2.17 Bug fixes.V2.16 Minor Updates.V2.14 Added an 'accuracy' indication when using the map's Track My Location feature. When enabled, the red cross indicates the reported GPS position, and now a red circle gives a rough idea of the 'accuracy'.
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Added an 'accuracy' indication when using the map's Track My Location feature. When enabled, the red cross indicates the reported GPS position, and now a red circle gives a rough idea of the 'accuracy'.
The V2.12 release contains a set of fixes and enhancements suggested by our users. They include: GPS plotting; tree species search filter; transparency control for site map; enhanced Download Map features; more zoom levels for OpenStreetMap and Google.After upgrade, see the "Recent Changes" menu item for a full list of the changes.
This release contains a set of fixes and enhancements suggested by our users. They include: GPS plotting; tree species search filter; transparency control for site map; enhanced Download Map features; more zoom levels for OpenStreetMap.After upgrade, see the "Recent Changes" menu item for a full list of the changes.
New in V2.10.For areas of poor 4G/3G mobile signal, you can now pre-load the maps before you leave your home/office.Select a downloaded survey and use the new Download Maps feature to download sections of the maps onto your device's SD card.
New in V2.01Increase size of the multi-line text fields on all survey forms.
This application is used by Estate Managers and their staff to carry out tree safety surveys and condition surveys on outdoor assets (park & street furniture, field assets, etc). This application is part of the OTISS survey system. This app and your GPS-enabled android phone or tablet is an alternative to buying specialised and expensive survey equipment for on-site data collection.
The Estate Survey app works with the www.otiss.co.uk website to provide a range of maps and tools for carrying out asset and tree safety surveys, management and report generation.
All estate managers must first register for an account on the OTISS website. A free 30 day evaluation period is allowed, after which an annual subscription will be charged for continued use of the OTISS system - see the OTISS website for more details. Note: this Estate Survey app is free to download, evaluate and use – no charges are made to your phone or Google accounts.
The OTISS system works as follows. (i) First, a survey is created on the OTISS website. (ii) The Estate Survey app is then used to download the survey to the Android device. (iii) The app is used to carry out the survey by placing trees, assets and furniture on the map and entering inspection data. (iv) The survey data is then sync’ed back to the OTISS website. (v) OTISS website provides tools to view, modify, analyse and generate reports on the collected inspection data.