Alfamail VISI Drives Efficiency for a Sustainable Future

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Zeewolde Wind Farm is the largest onshore wind farm in the Netherlands and the largest civilian wind farm in the world. The wind farm is a 100% citizen-led initiative, founded by residents and landowners. Participation was grounded in equality, granting all stakeholders identical rights, with agricultural entrepreneurs comprising the majority of shareholders. To date, over 90% of residents – approximately 300 individuals – have contributed the required funds for development, making it both a fully community-driven and hyperlocal endeavor.

The Challenge

Fragmented workflows, automation complexity, and technical requirements management of 3 major contracts and 83 turbines.

The Solution

Alfamail VISI automated processes eliminated data noise and enabled collaboration.

The Result

Streamlined coordination, and traceable outcomes.

The project

One of the largest onshore wind projects in the Netherlands, involved the construction of 83 wind turbines under 3 separate contracts: Civil (Design & Construct), Substation (Design & Construct), and WTG (Plant and Design-Build). The project demanded rigorous coordination, document control, and process automation to ensure timely delivery and compliance.

Overcoming complexity through automation and collaboration

The Zeewolde Wind Farm project faced significant complexity due to its scale and structure: managing 3 distinct contracts, fragmented workflows, and the absence of automation for critical processes. Ensuring traceability across 83 wind turbines and coordinating multiple contractors demanded rigorous document control and transparency. Technical challenges, such as urgent issues during construction and occasional software bugs, further strained resources. Additionally, the need to hand over a well-organized system to the operations team post-construction required foresight in design and data management.

Tailored solutions for operational clarity

Alfamail VISI was implemented to automate document management, streamline workflows, and enhance collaboration. The system provided customizable metadata, clear reporting, and adaptable processes tailored to the project’s needs. Key improvements included the introduction of “invisible transactions” to eliminate data noise, unified frameworks for contractor communication, and optimized approval workflows. The software’s ability to integrate contractual and operational processes ensured a seamless handover structure. Despite challenges, the project team leveraged VISI’s flexibility and TECHNIA’s responsive support to maintain momentum and address urgent technical challenges efficiently.

“VISI is exactly what I’m looking for. It’s customizable, and you can tweak it. While not yet perfect, it’s moving in the right direction. VISI was part of the whole success – it’s a foundation to build further. ”

Nathalie Pakvis, Manager Project Support | Zeewolde Wind Farm

A foundation for future projects

The integration of Alfamail VISI enabled seamless coordination across three contracts and 83 turbines, achieving enhanced traceability and transparency. The project was completed successfully, with a structured handover that empowered the operations team to manage the wind farm effectively. By eliminating redundant processes and centralizing data, Zeewolde Wind Farm became a blueprint for future renewable energy projects. The collaboration demonstrated how automation and strategic tooling can drive efficiency in large-scale, multi-contractor environments while advancing sustainable energy goals.