The first method refers to a normal data collection method that involves producing fieldpapers for the site, grabbing a GPS unit and data collection forms, then heading to the site for data collection, while the second method involves installing phone apps that are equipped with data collection forms and imagery for data collection while in the field.
Njia ya kwanza inarejea kwenye njia ya kawaida ya ukusanyaji wa taarifa inayohusisha uzalishaji wa karatasi za picha ya anga ya sehemu ya kazi, kuchukua kifaa cha GPS na fomu za kukusanyia taarifa, na kuelekea kwenye eneo la kazi kwa ajili ya kukusanya taaarifa, wakati njia ya pili inahusisha kuingiza programu za simu ambazo zina fomu za kukusanyia taarifa na picha ya anga kwa ajili ya kukusanya taarifa ukiwa kwenye eneo la kazi.