ACDC vs. GDV Hub
Smarter Submissions, Greater Flexibility, and GIS-Ready Outputs
When it comes to automating the handover of as-constructed data, not all solutions are created equal. If you’re currently exploring tools like GDV Hub or looking for a more flexible, scalable alternative, it’s time to consider ACDC – the As Constructed Design Certification solution built for long-term integration success.
Whether you’re a council, utility, surveyor, or asset owner, ACDC gives you more than just compliance. It provides a configurable, end-to-end workflow that transforms submitted CAD data into validated GIS- and AMS-ready outputs – no recapture, no workarounds, no vendor lock-in.
Feature Comparison:
ACDC vs GDV Hub
Feature | ACDC | GDV Hub |
|---|---|---|
Online validation against A-SPEC standards | ✅ | ✅ |
Self-service, web-based submission portal | ✅ | ✅ |
Automated logical correction or attribute mapping | ✅ | ✅ |
Submission tracking and performance dashboard | ✅ | ✅ |
Role-based access and admin controls | ✅ | ✅ |
Multi-format data support (DWG, SHP, TAB) | ✅ | ❌ only SHP, MID/MIF, GeoPackage |
Configurable schema & validation rules tailored to your requirements | ✅ | ❌ only to standard frameworks |
Integration with GIS Platforms (ArcGIS Online & Enterprise) | ✅ | ❌ |
Automated publishing to Asset Management Systems (e.g., Assetic) | ✅ | ❌ |
Online Drawing Viewer with error reports | ✅ | ❌ |
Tailored onboarding, training, and local support | ✅ | ❌ |
Why ACDC Stands Out
Broader Format Support
GDV Hub processes shapefiles, MID/MIF, and GeoPackage, but does not support DWG or PDF submissions. ACDC accepts all common industry formats, ensuring seamless integration with CAD workflows.
Beyond Validation: Full Integration
GDV Hub focuses strictly on validation and logical corrections. In contrast, ACDC enables direct publishing into GIS platforms like ArcGIS and handover into Asset Management Systems – reducing manual steps and ensuring data is operational-ready in minutes instead of days.
Custom Configuration & User Experience
While GDV Hub offers a rules-based engine for validation like ACDC, its flexibility is anchored around standard frameworks. ACDC, on the other hand, supports custom validation rule sets, configurable toolkits, and a built-in drawing viewer to simplify submissions, allow for self-correction of errors, and improve collaboration.
Why Organizations Choose ACDC over GDV Hub
✅ Built for GIS, Not Just Compliance
GDV Hub focuses on collecting data. ACDC goes further by validating and transforming it into GIS and Asset Management-ready formats, ensuring that spatial and attribute data flow directly into systems like ArcGIS and Assetic – no recapture or rework required.
✅ Fully Configurable, City- & Council-Tested
While GDV Hub provides a fixed workflow and schema, ACDC adapts to your existing requirements. Need to enforce naming conventions? Require attachments for specific assets? Configure your submission rules without developer input or vendor delays.
✅ Integration That Goes Beyond
From publishing data straight into Esri environments to structured handover into AMS platforms, ACDC doesn’t stop at validation – it completes the loop between design and operations. GDV Hub doesn’t currently support direct GIS or AMS integration.
✅ Better Support, Local Expertise
ACDC is backed by Open Spatial, with offices in Australia, South Africa, and the USA. We don’t just provide a product – we partner with cities, councils, and utilities to tailor onboarding, provide training, and ensure long-term success. We know our clients by name, not just as a ticket number.
Only ACDC delivers flexible, GIS-ready output from day one, while giving organizations complete control over their data models and submission rules.
Still Using GDV Hub?
You Have Options.
We’ve helped councils transition from legacy or locked-in systems like GDV Hub with minimal disruption. Our team works closely with you to import historical data, map schemas, and set up custom validation rules aligned to your current standards, not someone else’s.
