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Linthorst
Netherlands
Engineering
Autodesk Construction Cloud
Implementation, Consulting and Training
is a Dutch leader in sustainable building-technology and energy-systems integration. From design to delivery, they develop intelligent installation and heating infrastructures that empower future-ready buildings and communities..
Accelerating the energy transition through smarter digital collaboration
Linthorst is a family-owned innovator in sustainable energy solutions, founded in 1978 in Apeldoorn. From the first heat pump installations in the early 1980s to patented high-temperature heat pump technology today, innovation and sustainability have always been in their DNA. With six subsidiaries and 600 employees, Linthorst develops and operates advanced energy systems for both businesses and households. Their mission is clear: accelerate the transition to a climate-neutral society by delivering people-focused, efficient, and future-ready energy solutions.
This drive for innovation also shapes how Linthorst organises its own operations. With rapid growth across multiple sites, the challenge became how to bring hundreds of specialists together into one unified way of working.
The Challenge: Uniting Teams Across Locations and Disciplines
Based in Apeldoorn and spanning multiple business units, Linthorst faced the challenge of connecting diverse teams with different ways of working. Departments such as Electrical engineering and Mechanical Engineering (HVAC), execution, and after-sales were operating in silos, leading to inefficiencies, duplication of effort, and communication breakdowns.
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It was a double challenge. We had several small islands within the company, each with its own working habits
ARKANCE played a pivotal role in helping the leadership team recognise that the project was not merely a technology upgrade. By guiding discussions, challenging assumptions, and aligning stakeholders, ARKANCE helped the organisation understand and commit to the broader transformation required—a strategic shift toward a unified, future-ready way of working.
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We are convinced that this is not just a technological change, but a strategic transformation of the way we work in order to maintain our competitive edge.
The Solution: A Structured and Guided Transformation with ARKANCE
To move from fragmented processes to a unified way of working, Linthorst turned to ARKANCE not just as a technology provider, but as a strategic sparring partner. The collaboration began with a structured rollout plan, aligned with Linthorst’s ambition to centralise project data and standardise engineering processes.
ARKANCE guided the organisation through a phased approach, starting with Autodesk Docs and BIM Collaborate Pro. Together, project teams defined how files would be managed, how workflows would be standardised, and how collaboration would work across departments. A dedicated pilot project ensured that the new way of working was tested and adopted in practice, while ARKANCE consultants provided training tailored to Linthorst’s specific processes.
By involving groups of key users as ambassadors, ARKANCE fostered ownership from within the company. These employees co-created the new digital environment, supported by ARKANCE’s technical expertise and proven project methodology. Weekly check-ins and continuous feedback loops ensured that the solution was not imposed, but adapted to Linthorst’s needs and future growth.
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This approach allowed Linthorst to adopt the Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) as more than just a tool. It became a platform for cultural change, enabling secure data sharing internally and with partners, while laying the foundation for further phases of digitalisation.
ARKANCE experts trained groups of 15 key users across departments.
Ambassadors tested, challenged, and tailored ACC to Linthorst’s specific workflows.
Training emphasised interactive sessions to build digital confidence at every level.
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ARKANCE really acts as a sparring partner. Our teams had the freedom to create their own working environment while benefiting from external expertise.
Results That Matter: From Efficiency Gains to Employee Engagement
Within six months, the benefits of ARKANCE’s structured approach were already visible:
Faster access to project data: Less time spent searching for files and chasing information.
Improved cross-department collaboration: Teams share a common digital language.
Employee engagement: More than 100 ambassadors trained, each recognised with a symbolic project dice.
Customer value: Secure data sharing with clients enhanced transparency.
Shaping the Future of Energy Through Digital Transformation
For Linthorst, digital transformation is directly linked to its mission: accelerating the Dutch energy transition from gas to electricity.
In six months, cooperation between departments has already improved significantly, but we are far from exploiting the full potential. With ARKANCE, we are well equipped to continue innovating for our customers.
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Driving Sustainable Growth Together
The partnership between Linthorst and ARKANCE has laid a strong foundation with Autodesk Docs, BIM Collaborate Pro, and preparations for Autodesk Build. More than implementing technology, the focus was on building ownership and the right mindset. This has created genuine buy-in, with employees across departments now seeking active involvement in the new way of working.
The result is a cultural shift: digital collaboration is becoming the norm, supported by secure, standardised processes. While the transformation journey is ongoing, Linthorst is already realising the benefits of improved efficiency and engagement. Together with ARKANCE, they are proving that sustainable growth is driven by both smart systems and empowered people.
Linthorst proves that a shared digital ecosystem is more than an IT upgrade. It is a catalyst for cultural change, operational efficiency, and industry leadership. With ARKANCE as their partner, they are shaping the future of sustainable energy in the Netherlands.
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