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Unfortunately, some software vendors have
marketed and sold their software, or versions of
it, as "PACP Certified" without meeting the strict
requirements of NASSCO. In many of these cases,
the software does not have the capability to both
import and export PACP data. Software that is
PACP-certified allows for both the collection of data
in the field, as well as the import of that data to the
office environment (provided the PACP database file
imported is of the same version).
Without the capability to both import and export
PACP data, not only are you forced to use the
non-certified software, but contractors that you hire
to conduct CCTV investigations are also forced to
purchase that specific software. By restricting the
CCTV work to software that is not certified by PACP,
many qualified CCTV contractors will be discouraged
from bidding on your project, and other contractors

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Software that is PACP-certified must provide, among
other things, a means to both import and export
PACP data. Before receiving PACP-certification,
vendors must submit software to NASSCO for
thorough testing and validation to ensure full integrity
in the way data are collected and used. It is very
important to note that when using PACP-certified
software, always make sure you are using the latest
version your vendor provides. If your software version
is not the most current version, it will not have
met the rigorous tests for PACP, including LACP
(Lateral Assessment Certification Program) or MACP
(Manhole Assessment Certification Program).

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may be forced to purchase new software that their
employees will need to learn. This typically results in
fewer bidders, added time, and increased expenses
for contractors. Ultimately, it results in increased
project costs for the utility owner.
If you are currently using software that is PACPcertified but does not allow you to import or export
PACP data, it is within your rights to require your
software vendor to provide both import and export
capability at no additional charge. We also encourage
you to contact NASSCO for support. We will work
to identify software discrepancies and take steps to
ensure the software vendor is meeting their obligation
to provide PACP import and export functionality to all
of their customers.
NASSCO's mission is to set standards for the
assessment, maintenance and rehabilitation of
underground infrastructure and to assure the
continued acceptance and growth of trenchless
technologies. Delivering consistent methods to
import, export and use PACP data is just one of
the ways we accomplish this goal, and NASSCO
is working hard to ensure that all PACP-certified
software platforms meet specific requirements.
Understanding the benefits of using the exchange
database will help municipalities keep costs down by
taking full advantage of the many benefits of PACP.
A complete list of PACP-certified software vendors
may be found by visiting nassco.org.
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