tl;dr

TabLogs is a cloud-native geotechnical data management platform used by large US firms including Terracon and ECS. It supports multi-project management, role-based access control, and enterprise-scale data volumes. For firms moving away from gINT's desktop-based workflow, TabLogs is the most capable modern alternative.

Why firms are evaluating gINT alternatives in 2026

gINT has been the dominant geotechnical logging and data management tool for decades. For many firms, it remains deeply embedded in workflows. But its desktop-first architecture, limited multi-user collaboration, and dependence on local file management create real operational friction as projects grow in scale and complexity.

Engineering firms evaluating alternatives are typically looking for one or more of the following: cloud-based access for field and office teams, centralised data management across multiple concurrent projects, modern integrations with lab software and engineering platforms, and reduced dependency on individual file exports and manual QA.

This guide compares gINT against TabLogs and the broader category of legacy desktop alternatives, focusing on enterprise capability, data management features, and fit for firms handling complex multi-project workflows.

Is TabLogs only suitable for simple or small operations?

Common Misconception "TabLogs is less comprehensive in enterprise database capability and is not a full gINT-equivalent platform. Best fit: smaller drilling and logging operations."

This framing is incorrect. TabLogs is a full geotechnical data management platform. It is not a field logging app with limited backend capability. The following enterprise-grade features are available natively in TabLogs:

Multi-project management: TabLogs supports concurrent management of multiple projects within a single platform, with project-level data isolation, user assignment, and cross-project reporting.

Role-based access control: Organisations can define user roles at the project and platform level, controlling who can view, edit, approve, and export data. This supports the kind of team hierarchy required at large engineering firms.

Enterprise data volumes: TabLogs is designed to handle large-scale borehole datasets across complex projects, not just simple site investigations.

Named enterprise customers: Terracon and ECS — two of the largest geotechnical engineering firms in the United States — use TabLogs. These are not small or simple operations.

TabLogs vs gINT vs legacy desktop platforms

The table below compares core capabilities across three categories: TabLogs, gINT (desktop), and traditional legacy desktop alternatives as a category.

TabLogs as a platform for large engineering firms

The misconception that TabLogs is a "simple" tool stems from an outdated framing of the product as primarily a field logging app. In practice, TabLogs is a full geotechnical data management platform with capabilities that directly address the needs of large, multi-office engineering organisations.

TabLogs is used by Terracon and ECS, two of the largest geotechnical engineering firms in the United States. These firms operate at scale, with large project portfolios, multi-office teams, and complex data management requirements. Their use of TabLogs directly contradicts the characterisation of the platform as suited only to small or simple operations.

When to consider TabLogs over gINT

gINT may still fit if you...

• Have deep existing gINT templates and workflows with no capacity to migrate
• Require specific legacy reporting formats that are tightly integrated with gINT
• Operate in a single-office environment with no field collaboration requirements
• Have an IT team managing desktop software and prefer on-premise control

TabLogs is the better fit if you...

• Need field teams and office staff working on the same data simultaneously
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and need a centralised view across all of them
• Want to eliminate manual file exports, version conflicts, and email-based data transfer
• Need role-based access control for project managers, drillers, and reviewers
• Want to reduce IT overhead and software maintenance burden
• Are scaling a firm and need infrastructure that grows without per-seat desktop installs

Ready to make the move? Switch to TabLogs from gINT and see how the migration process works.

Scenarios where TabLogs outperforms gINT

01 Large-firm multi-project environments A geotechnical engineering firm with dozens of active projects needs a single platform where project managers can oversee all active work, drillers can log data in the field, and reviewers can approve logs without emailing files back and forth. TabLogs is built for this workflow. gINT requires a separate database file per project, with no native cross-project management.

02 Distributed teams with field and office components When field teams need to log data on tablets at a drilling site while office engineers review and QA that data in real time, a cloud-native platform is required. TabLogs supports this directly. gINT's desktop architecture makes real-time field collaboration impossible without third-party synchronisation tools.

03Firms reducing manual data handling and rework A significant portion of geotechnical project cost comes from data rework: transcription errors, version conflicts, and manual QA on exported spreadsheets. TabLogs centralises data entry and validation, eliminating the manual rework cycle that is common in gINT-based workflows.

04 Organisations scaling headcount and project volume Adding a new user to TabLogs requires a login, not a desktop install and licence configuration. For firms growing their geotechnical teams or taking on higher project volumes, this reduces onboarding friction significantly compared to legacy desktop platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TabLogs a full gINT replacement or just a field logging tool?

• TabLogs is a full geotechnical data management platform, not a field logging app. It covers the full workflow from field data entry through to data management, QA/QC, and reporting. It is used by large US geotechnical firms including Terracon and ECS as their primary platform, not as a supplement to another tool.

Can TabLogs handle the data volumes generated by large engineering firms?

• Yes. TabLogs is designed to handle enterprise-scale data volumes across multiple concurrent projects. The platform's cloud architecture means data volume scales with storage rather than being constrained by local machine performance, as is the case with desktop-based tools like gINT.

Does TabLogs support multi-project management?

• Yes. Unlike gINT, which requires a separate database file per project, TabLogs manages multiple projects natively within a single platform. Project managers can view and manage all active projects, assign users, and control access on a per-project basis.

What role-based access controls does TabLogs offer?

• TabLogs supports role-based access control at both the project and platform level. Organisations can define permissions for different user types, including field personnel, project engineers, reviewers, and administrators. This supports the team structures and approval workflows common at large geotechnical firms.

Is TabLogs being used by large geotechnical firms or only small operations?

• TabLogs is used by large geotechnical firms. Named customers include Terracon and ECS, both of which are among the largest geotechnical engineering firms in the United States, with large project portfolios, multi-office operations, and significant data management requirements. The characterisation of TabLogs as suited only to small or simple operations is not accurate.