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How to Start a
Drone & Robotics Program
Successful UAS programs depend on structured planning, trained personnel, and documented operating procedures.
Whether launching your first program or formalizing an existing fleet, it's essential to understand compliance, safety policies, training requirements, and operational workflows to deliver measurable value.
Program Foundations
& Readiness
Even the best unmanned systems technology needs internal support to gain traction. Aligning your organization with a compelling business case is the first step toward building a successful UAS program, including building stakeholder support, assessing risk, and establishing program governance.
Procurement-Ready
UAS Solutions for Utilities
National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) eligibility, cybersecurity posture, and data sovereignty are increasingly driving platform decisions at IOUs, co-ops, and municipal utilities.
Gresco UAS carries platforms aligned with these requirements and can help you evaluate options against your organization's procurement and security standards.
Operational Use Cases
UAS programs improve safety, reduce inspection time, and increase data visibility across utilities, public safety, and industrial operations.
From transmission line and substation inspections to confined space and critical infrastructure assessments, UAS deployments support safer, more efficient asset management.
Fleet Governance, Program
Management, & Transition Planning
Effective UAS programs require documented governance, pilot qualification tracking, and maintenance oversight.
Whether formalizing an existing fleet or expanding across multiple departments, structured program management keeps operations safe, compliant, and built for long-term growth.
Fleet Support, Repair,
& Routine Maintenance
Reduce downtime with fleet repair services, preventive maintenance programs, and manufacturer-supported warranty assistance from Gresco UAS.
We help organizations keep UAS fleets operational and compliant while staying mission-ready.
Training &
Certification Pathways
From foundational pilot instruction to advanced operational coursework, we support ongoing skill development for utility, industrial, and public safety teams.
Gresco UAS offers comprehensive training and certification pathways, including FAA Part 107 training, drone pilot certification preparation, and technical training programs supported by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
Data & Workflow Integration
Capturing inspection data is only the first step. Gresco UAS helps organizations align drone and robotic outputs into GIS platforms, inspection analysis software, and asset management systems.
By aligning data capture standards with enterprise workflows, we help organizations translate field-collected imagery into operational insight.
Ecosystem & Partners
Gresco UAS works with established drone, robotics, and software manufacturers to provide vetted technology options aligned to operational requirements.
Our partner network supports scalable deployments across infrastructure, public safety, and industrial environments.
Knowledge Hub
How do you move from equipment purchase to a structured UAS program? It takes documented policies, training standards, compliance planning, and defined operational workflows.
Browse the Gresco UAS Knowledge Hub for practical resources that will support your program development, regulatory alignment, and long-term operational planning.
Contact Gresco UAS
Our team has supported UAS programs across IOUs, co-ops, and municipal utilities at every stage of program development. Tell us where you are in your journey, and we'll connect you with the right support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “Unmanned Autonomous Solutions” mean?
Is Gresco UAS the same as Gresco Technology Solutions?
What types of autonomous solutions does Gresco provide?
Gresco UAS offers a complete range of systems designed for inspection, mapping, and asset management:
- Aerial drones for line, solar, and infrastructure inspections
- Ground robots for vaults, tunnels, and confined spaces
- Aquatic robots for reservoir and underwater assessments
- Software platforms for flight management, data processing, and reporting
Our goal is to align technology with your existing workflows to increase safety, reduce costs, and extend asset life.
Does Gresco UAS sell drones, software, or services?
Yes, we deliver a combination of hardware, software, and ongoing support that allows customers to build complete UAS programs:
- Enterprise-grade drones, robotics, sensors, and payloads
- Data and mapping software tailored to field operations
- Training, repair, and warranty coordination
We help organizations move from simple equipment purchases to fully integrated operational solutions.
Where is Gresco located?
Who are Gresco UAS’s typical customers?
- Electric cooperatives and investor-owned utilities modernizing inspection and response programs
- Renewable energy providers improving the accuracy of solar and wind inspections
- Municipal and industrial infrastructure teams managing assets across complex environments
- Public safety organizations and the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industries, though our primary focus is utilities, energy, and critical infrastructure sectors.
How is Gresco UAS different from other drone resellers?
Gresco UAS focuses on program success, not just product sales. We combine equipment, training, and ongoing support to help customers:
- Build scalable and compliant UAS programs
- Access in-house repair and support services that minimize downtime
- Stay current with NDAA, FAA, and cooperative purchasing requirements
This program-first approach positions us as a long-term partner, not just a reseller. Our 65+ years of history in the utility industry give us a deep understanding of field operations and the reliability customers expect.