Mobile Field Data CollectionThat Works Everywhere.

Collect data, track assets, manage tasks, and chat with your team — all from your phone or tablet. Mapalyze works on iOS, Android, and web, online or offline.

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Why Mobile Data Collection Beats Paper and Desktop Tools

Paper forms and office-bound spreadsheets create bottlenecks that compound every day your team is in the field.

Capture at the Source

Data enters the system the moment it's observed. No intermediate notebooks, no transcription step, no re-keying at the office. The person closest to the asset or site records the data — that's when accuracy is highest.

Eliminate Turnaround Delays

Paper-based workflows force a lag between collection and analysis. Mobile collection delivers data the instant your crew has signal. Managers see results the same day — or the same hour.

Enforce Data Quality

Required fields, valid-range checks, and conditional logic catch errors at the point of entry. You stop bad data before it enters the pipeline, not three days later when someone notices a blank column in the spreadsheet.

Rich Context Automatically

Every record gets a GPS location, a timestamp, and a user identity without extra effort. Photos are geotagged and linked to their parent record. Context that would take minutes to document manually happens in the background.

Reduce Operational Costs

Eliminate printing, shipping, manual data entry labor, and the re-work caused by illegible handwriting or lost forms. Teams that switch to mobile collection typically recover the subscription cost within the first month.

Photo Documentation Built In

Attach timestamped, geotagged photos directly to records. No more matching loose camera roll images to paper forms. Visual evidence stays linked to the data it supports — permanently.

How Mobile Data Collection Works with Mapalyze

From download to actionable data in four straightforward steps.

1

Download the App

Install Mapalyze on iOS, Android, or use the web app on any browser. Your team is set up in minutes, not weeks.

2

Create Your Forms

Build dynamic forms with drag-and-drop. Add conditional logic, repeatable sections, photo fields, and GPS capture. Deploy to your crew instantly.

3

Collect in the Field

Your team captures data on-site — even fully offline. Forms, photos, and GPS coordinates are stored locally and sync automatically when connectivity returns.

4

Analyze and Export

View submissions in real time. Filter, search, and export to GeoJSON, CSV, or Shapefile. Your data flows directly into GIS software, dashboards, or reporting tools.

Key Features of Mapalyze Mobile Data Collection

Six capabilities that make mobile data collection reliable, fast, and useful from day one.

Offline Mode

All data is stored on-device first. Your crew works for days without signal — forms, photos, GPS coordinates all captured locally. Automatic sync handles the rest when connectivity returns. Offline is the default, not a fallback.

GPS Capture

Every record gets automatic GPS coordinates with accuracy metadata. Connect external Bluetooth receivers for sub-meter precision. Capture points, lines, and polygons directly on the map.

Photo Evidence

Attach multiple geotagged, timestamped photos to any record. Batch upload in the background so your crew keeps working. Annotations let you highlight specific details within a photo.

Smart Forms

Conditional logic shows and hides fields based on previous answers. Repeatable sections handle variable-length data. Calculated fields compute values in real time. Every form change is versioned.

Real-Time Sync

Data syncs automatically when connectivity is available. Conflicts are flagged and surfaced — never silently overwritten. Managers see submissions as they arrive, not hours later.

Multi-Platform

iOS, Android, and web. One user account, unlimited devices. Your field crew uses phones and tablets interchangeably. No per-device fees — ever.

VS FULCRUM

While Fulcrum charges $41–52/user/month, Mapalyze starts at €25/user/month with the same GPS capture, offline mode, and GIS export capabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does offline mode work?
Mapalyze is built offline-first. All data is stored locally on your device as you collect it — forms, photos, GPS coordinates, everything. You can work for days without any internet connection. When connectivity returns, data syncs automatically in the background. There's no special 'offline mode' to enable — it's the default behavior.
What happens when data syncs?
When your device reconnects to the internet, Mapalyze automatically syncs all collected data to the cloud. The sync engine handles conflict resolution — if two team members edited the same record offline, both versions are preserved and flagged for review. Sync typically completes in under 30 seconds, even for large datasets with photos.
Can I use Mapalyze with ArcGIS or QGIS?
Yes. All paid plans export data in standard GIS formats — CSV, GeoJSON, and Shapefile. These formats are directly compatible with QGIS, ArcGIS, and other GIS software. No additional modules or paid add-ons required.
What data formats can I export?
Depending on your plan, you can export to CSV, GeoJSON, and Shapefile formats. All exports include full metadata — timestamps, GPS coordinates, user info, and form field data. Photos are exported as referenced attachments with geotag data preserved.
Is my field data encrypted?
Yes. Data is encrypted at rest on your device and encrypted in transit using TLS 1.3 when syncing. Cloud storage uses AES-256 encryption. We follow industry-standard security practices and can provide compliance documentation for enterprise clients.
How does form versioning work?
When you modify a form template, Mapalyze creates a new version while preserving all data collected with previous versions. Historical data remains intact and queryable. You can view and export data from any form version, so you never lose records due to template changes.
Can multiple teams work on the same project?
Yes. Mapalyze supports project-based access control with role hierarchies. You can assign teams to specific projects, set permissions per role (viewer, collector, manager, admin), and maintain a complete audit trail of who collected or edited what, and when.
What if I need to cancel — can I export all my data?
Absolutely. Your data is always yours. You can export all your data at any time in open formats (CSV, GeoJSON, Shapefile). There's no vendor lock-in. If you decide to leave, a full data export takes minutes, and we keep your data available for 90 days after account closure.
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