"GeoDin is more than a typical geodatabase system. It offers a unique combination of features, including constant updates based on market needs, a single source of truth for data analysis, and a wide range of subject matter functionalities."

If you can’t take our word for it, read this insightful piece inspired from one of our customers who’s been using GeoDin for 20 years, Arcadis. Frank Dünkel, Arcadis Digital Solutions Lead, kindly shared his feedback with us when we asked for an honest review of GeoDin.

Leading the way in geodata storage solutions

When GeoDin first entered the market, it stood out as one of the pioneers in database-driven investigation data management. This forward-thinking approach has proven invaluable for organizations like Arcadis, who require robust solutions for handling complex environmental and geotechnical data, ensuring data consistency and reliability across their projects.

"GeoDin was one of the first solutions in the market which stores investigation data in databases" notes Frank Dünkel, Arcadis Digital Solutions Lead. "The functionality has been developed according to the needs of the market permanently.”

This commitment to evolution has included the implementation of common database standards like SQL Server® and Oracle®, alongside crucial international industry standards such as SEP and BS.

And that pioneering spirit endures. Today, one of the clients that have benefited from GeoDin is TenneT, for whom Arcadis provides comprehensive support across geotechnics, monitoring, investigations, and remediations with the help of GeoDin, demonstrating the continued value of GeoDin's database-driven approach, even as the market evolves.

In the ever-evolving landscape of environmental and geotechnical investigations, having reliable tools for data management isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity.

"With GeoDin and its support for RDBMS, we’re able to query data for QA/QC purposes and do bulk updates by using SQL. This saves a lot of time and reduces errors.“

^{Frank Dünkel}
_{Digital Solutions Lead at Arcadis}

The platform supports RDBMS (Relational Database Management System), which enables the team to:

• Execute efficient QA/QC processes through SQL queries
• Perform bulk updates with reduced error rates
• Maintain a single source of truth for all investigation data
• Enable seamless collaboration across different expert groups

“All investigation data are in one single source of truth no matter which subject (e.g. groundwater, geotechnics, environmental restoration). It makes it easy for experts from different subject groups to work together.”

^{Frank Dünkel}
_{Digital Solutions Lead at Arcadis}

In today's interconnected business environment, the ability to share and exchange data efficiently with clients and partners is crucial. GeoDin has established itself as a standard exchange format in Arcadis’ operations, streamlining collaboration and ensuring data consistency across stakeholders.

A versatile geodatabase software for any project size

The true test of any software solution is its ability to adapt to varying project requirements. GeoDin has proven its versatility across Arcadis’ diverse project portfolio, supporting around 1500 projects and handling everything from small-scale geotechnical investigations with just 4 DPH to massive projects encompassing over 10,000 drillings, monitoring wells, and sequences.

“This scalability ensured that whether it's environmental investigations, geotechnical studies, or groundwater monitoring, the platform delivers consistent performance and reliability”, Dünkel notes.

Moving forward with consistent accuracy and interoperability

As environmental and geotechnical investigations continue to grow in complexity, tools that can efficiently manage and analyse data while maintaining high standards of accuracy become increasingly vital. GeoDin and Arcadis working together for 20 years demonstrates commitment to meeting evolving industry needs through continuous innovation and adaptation.

GeoDin already delivers on its interoperability commitment as a central pillar of its current development strategy, with tools like the gINT converter, AGS exporter, and LeapFrog export functionality. These features currently ensure seamless integration with industry-standard software, eliminating data silos and enhancing project workflows today. The GeoDin Ground plugin for Civil 3D further extends this capability to the Autodesk suite, enabling direct incorporation of geotechnical data into civil engineering projects—a focus that will continue guiding future development.

Want to use the same tooling as Arcadis does? Contact our Sales team today and explore the possibilities.

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