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      ROCK Desktop - Order ROCK Processing for your LiDAR Dataset

      ROCK now offers you the option to upload your LiDAR dataset, and let ROCK process the dataset for you.

       

      When you don’t have the time or resources to process your LiDAR data, ROCK offers a convenient “Have ROCK Process” option directly in ROCK Desktop. Here’s how to use it from start to finish.

      🧭 Overview

      This workflow allows you to:

      • Upload your dataset from ROCK Desktop

      • Select “Have ROCK Process”

      • Let the ROCK team handle the heavy lifting for you

      ⚙️ Step-by-Step Workflow

      1. Upload Your Dataset in ROCK Desktop

        • Open your dataset in ROCK Desktop.

        • Select your base station file (RINEX  format).

        • Check the option “Have ROCK Process”.

      2. Upload for Processing

        • Click Upload for Processing.

        • ROCK Desktop will:

          • Compress your dataset

          • Upload it to ROCK Cloud automatically

        • Once uploaded, click “Open Project in ROCK Cloud.”

      3. Set Your Coordinate Reference System (CRS)

        • In ROCK Cloud, define the correct CRS and vertical datum.

        • Save your CRS and vertical datum before proceeding.

        • For details, see What Is an EPSG Code.

      4. Order Processing

        • Click Process → Order in ROCK Cloud.

        • Choose your desired processing type:

          • PPK Only – trajectory + LAZ file + report

          • PPK + Photogrammetry – adds colorization + orthophoto

          • SLAM Processing – for walking datasets (optionally colorized)

          • Mobile Processing – for vehicle-mounted LiDAR

        • Select turnaround:

          • Standard (1–2 days)

          • Expedited (12–24 hours)

      5. Review Duration and Cost

        • Processing costs are tied to dataset duration.

        • Typical pricing examples:

          • PPK Only: Starting at $180

          • PPK + Photogrammetry: Starting at $300

          • SLAM Processing: Starting at $400
          • Mobile Processing: Starting at $700

          • Additional minutes billed incrementally.

      1. Submit Your Order

        • Agree to the processing terms.

        • Click Order to send it to ROCK’s processing queue.

        • You’ll receive an email when processing is complete.

      💡 Why Use This Option?

      “There are many reasons to let ROCK process your dataset — whether you’re flying multiple projects in a day, waiting on a license renewal, or just want to save time while maintaining professional deliverables.”

      This option helps:

      • Teams short on in-house processing bandwidth

      • Customers with temporary license lapses

      • Users needing quick, high-quality deliverables