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Why Geotechnical Firms Are Switching to MetaField for Boring Log Software
Jun 13, 2025
When it comes to managing boring logs, precision, speed, and connectivity are non-negotiable. That’s why more geotechnical firms are moving away from outdated, disconnected systems and switching to MetaField, the industry-leading cloud-based field and lab management platform. MetaField brings innovation and integration to every stage of your geotechnical workflows.
Here are the five essential reasons firms are choosing MetaField’s Boring Log Software and why it’s transforming how firms like yours operate.
MetaField eliminates the inefficiencies of fragmented solutions and disconnected systems. Whether your team is focused solely on Geotechnical Engineering, or supports Construction Materials Testing (CMT), and Inspections, MetaField consolidates your entire operation into a single, powerful platform.
From project setup and scheduling to data collection, lab testing, billing, and reporting—every phase of your workflow is seamlessly managed within MetaField. Your users only need to log in once to access everything they need. Clients benefit from a consistent, unified experience across all of your services. And your team only needs to learn and adopt one platform—making onboarding faster and operations more efficient.
By removing silos and integrating all departments into only one platform, you gain clearer visibility, reduce costly redundancies, and streamline every process. The result? Enhanced collaboration, fewer errors, and significant cost savings.
Field data shouldn't sit idle. With MetaField, data captured in the field flows directly to the lab—no exporting, importing, or manual entry required. This real-time data transfer allows lab technicians to begin testing as soon as field data becomes available, drastically reducing turnaround time.
Lab managers can easily view and work with boring log data within the same interface they already use for Construction Materials Testing and other areas. This unified environment enhances communication between field and lab teams, improves planning and queue management, and ensures everyone is operating from the same up-to-date information.
MetaField provides a custom boring log configuration tailored to your firm’s workflow. To support that process, your team can leverage over 600 pre-built templates in the Forms Store — including key lab tests that often accompany boring log investigations, such as Atterberg limits, grain size analysis, moisture content, and more.
But it doesn’t stop there. These templates also cover a wide range of Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and inspection activities. With one-click access, your field and lab teams can stay productive and consistent across all project types — whether they’re logging boreholes, running proctors, or managing concrete breaks.
MetaField’s built-in forms and reporting engine is the most flexible and comprehensive in the industry. Whether you need to replicate legacy report styles or create entirely new formats, the MetaField team—comprised of geotechnical and CMT experts—works with you to tailor boring log reports to your firm’s exact specifications.
More than just formatting, MetaField’s engine includes smart logic that automates calculations and validates inputs, minimizing the risk of human error. This not only speeds up the reporting process but ensures accuracy, compliance, and professionalism in every deliverable.
MetaField makes client communication seamless with its integrated Client Portal—designed for clarity, convenience, and professionalism. Instead of juggling multiple email threads or file-sharing platforms, you can consolidate all your reports, findings, and deliverables into a single, organized email linked to the secure portal.
Clients and stakeholders gain 24/7 access to their project data, including current and historical reports, in one easy-to-navigate location. The portal is branded to reflect your firm’s identity, reinforcing trust, and consistency in every interaction. This streamlined delivery process not only enhances the client experience but also reduces back-and-forth and ensures everyone is always in sync with the latest project insights.
More and more geotechnical firms are leaving behind outdated boring log tools in favor of a faster, smarter solution. MetaField’s Boring Log Software replaces fragmented workflows with one connected, easy-to-use system. From project initiation through reporting and client delivery, it brings speed, accuracy, and professionalism to every step. If you’re ready to take your boring log process to the next level and simplify your operations, MetaField is the all-in-one platform built for how you work.
With its robust features, seamless integrations, and focus on scalability, training, and insights, MetaField is more than just a workflow platform—it’s a catalyst for your firm’s growth, efficiency, and long-term success.