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We help you bridge the gap between complex data and meaningful communication. Our software solutions empower you to confidently share your impactful work with stakeholders of all levels.
We know data isn’t just numbers; it tells a story. Our visualization tools bring your findings to life in vivid detail. Our time-tested solutions empower you to analyze complex data sets, make informed decisions, and transform information into beautifully crafted maps, graphs, and 3D models that facilitate “AHA” moments.
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Thierry Hatt
Historical GIS Cartographer Université de Strasbourg, France
We have been Golden Software clients for 35 years and have never been disappointed. For us, it’s the premier data presentation package.
Felicia Bechtel
Senior Geophysical Advisor
I’ve used Surfer for many years. It helps me tell my data’s story which allows me to clearly communicate important information with clients.
Richard Koehler, PhD
PH Founder, Visual Data Analytics, LLC
The wide variety and functionality of the interpolation/extrapolation algorithms, as well as the geostatistical functionality, is simply awesome!
Grant van Heerden, MAIG
Mine Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist
As an author, I make beautiful maps of the ground surface from LiDAR data. Surfer allows me to tease out subtle features. It is a delight to use and the tools are there, no matter what function I wish to apply.
Peter Hatherly
Geophysicist
Golden Software products are the most intuitive of any software I've ever used.
Anna Klene, PhD
Professor
Surfer is the best GIS software I have ever used…better than AutoCAD and ArcGIS … I love it!
Liliana Cecan, PhD, PE
Senior Project Manager
Surfer appears to have been designed by people who really understand what scientists like myself want to do. This allows me to look at data and ask questions without being concerned at the technicalities of how to load, manipulate and map data.
Barry Gardiner
Senior Scientist
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Tired of Repetitive Graphing Tasks? Grapher Can Automate Them.
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Build a Great Map In Minutes: The Key to Greater Efficiency
Build a Great Map In Minutes: The Key to Greater Efficiency A well-made map can communicate complex data at a glance—but when you’re short on time, getting that map built quickly is just as important as getting it right. You might have all the data in the world, but if you can’t turn it into a meaningful, accurate map fast, you risk missing deadlines, losing momentum, or delaying key decisions. [...]