Which Openindex experts will be present at Data Expo Utrecht?

At Data Expo Utrecht 2026, Openindex will be represented by a team of specialists in search technology, web crawling, and data extraction. Our experts bring hands-on experience across sectors including e-commerce, real estate, finance, and government, making them well placed to discuss data challenges with fellow professionals. Read on to find out exactly who will be there, what we can talk about, and how to make the most of your visit to our stand. You can also learn more about our work at Openindex before you arrive.

What is Data Expo Utrecht and who attends it?

Data Expo Utrecht is one of the Netherlands’ leading professional events dedicated to data technology, data management, and data-driven innovation. It brings together data engineers, architects, analysts, and business decision-makers from across the country and beyond to explore the latest developments in the field.

The event attracts a broad mix of attendees, from large enterprises in finance and government to growing companies in e-commerce and market research. Visitors come to discover new tools, meet potential partners, attend knowledge sessions, and benchmark their own data strategies against industry peers. For organizations that rely on structured or unstructured data to drive their operations, Data Expo Utrecht is a natural gathering point.

The conference format typically combines exhibition stands, keynote presentations, and technical workshops, giving attendees multiple ways to engage with both vendors and subject matter experts. It is a practical, business-focused event rather than a purely academic one, which makes it particularly relevant for teams looking for real-world solutions to real-world data problems.

Which Openindex team members will be at Data Expo?

Openindex will send a dedicated team of search and data experts to Data Expo Utrecht 2026. Our team combines deep technical knowledge with practical experience delivering custom solutions for clients across multiple industries.

The colleagues attending represent different areas of our expertise:

• Search and indexing specialists who work daily with Apache Solr, Lucene, and Elasticsearch to build high-performance search engines for websites and intranets
• Crawling and scraping engineers with hands-on experience in Apache Nutch, Hadoop, and custom crawling pipelines
• API and integration developers who help organizations connect data sources, build data feeds, and embed search functionality into existing platforms
• Data strategy consultants who support clients in defining their data collection and indexing needs from the ground up

Together, the team covers the full spectrum from infrastructure and data extraction through to search relevance and end-user experience. Whether you have a very technical question or a broader strategic challenge, there will be someone at our stand who can engage with it meaningfully.

What topics can visitors discuss with the Openindex experts?

Visitors to the Openindex stand at Data Expo Utrecht can discuss any topic related to search technology, web crawling, data extraction, and data integration. Our team is particularly well suited to conversations about making large, complex datasets searchable and actionable.

Some of the most common themes we explore with visitors include:

• Site search optimization: How to deliver fast, relevant search results on websites, portals, or knowledge bases using open source technology
• Crawling as a Service: How organizations can outsource the entire crawling process and receive clean, structured data without managing the infrastructure themselves
• Data as a Service: Receiving curated data feeds directly integrated into your systems, tailored to your specific use case
• GDPR-compliant data collection: How to gather and process web data ethically and in line with Dutch and European privacy regulations
• Scalability challenges: Handling millions of URLs, managing index updates, and maintaining performance as data volumes grow
• Custom search solutions: Building tailor-made search engines for intranets, e-commerce platforms, government portals, or real estate databases

If your organization is at an early stage of exploring search or crawling technology, our team is equally happy to have an introductory conversation and help you understand what is possible before committing to any specific direction.

Where can you find Openindex at Data Expo Utrecht?

Openindex will have a dedicated stand at Data Expo Utrecht 2026 where visitors can meet the team, ask questions, and see demonstrations of our search and crawling solutions. The exact stand number and hall location will be confirmed closer to the event date.

To make sure you do not miss us on the day, we recommend checking the official Data Expo Utrecht exhibitor map once it is published. You can also reach out to us in advance to confirm our stand location and arrange a specific meeting time, which helps avoid busy periods on the exhibition floor.

Our stand will be set up to facilitate both quick drop-in conversations and more in-depth technical discussions, so feel free to stop by whether you have a specific question or simply want to introduce yourself and learn more about what we do.

How can you prepare for a meeting with Openindex at the expo?

The most effective way to prepare for a meeting with our team at Data Expo Utrecht is to think about your current data or search challenge in concrete terms before you arrive. The more specific you can be about your situation, the more useful our conversation will be.

A few practical steps to get the most out of your visit:

1. Define your challenge: Are you struggling with search relevance, data collection speed, integration complexity, or something else? A clear problem statement helps our experts point you in the right direction quickly.
2. Know your data landscape: Think about the types and volumes of data you work with, whether that is public web data, internal documents, product catalogues, or real estate listings.
3. Identify your stakeholders: If a decision involves both technical and business stakeholders, consider who else might benefit from joining the conversation or receiving a follow-up.
4. Book a time slot in advance: Data Expo Utrecht can be busy, and reserving a meeting time ensures you get dedicated attention from the right expert rather than a rushed exchange on a crowded floor.
5. Explore our background: Reviewing the kinds of solutions we have built for sectors like e-commerce, finance, and government gives you a useful frame of reference for the conversation.

Even if you are not yet at the stage of making a decision, a well-prepared conversation at the expo can save significant time later in your evaluation process.

How Openindex helps with data and search challenges

Openindex is a Groningen-based technology company specializing in advanced search, crawling, and data extraction solutions for B2B organizations. Whether you need a powerful site search engine, a managed crawling pipeline, or a fully custom data integration, we offer end-to-end support tailored to your specific context.

Here is what we bring to the table:

• Custom search engines built on Apache Solr, Lucene, and Elasticsearch for websites, intranets, and knowledge bases
• Crawling as a Service and Data as a Service, so you receive clean, structured data without managing the underlying infrastructure
• API development and integration to embed search and data capabilities directly into your existing applications
• A lightweight site search solution that can be added to any website with a single line of JavaScript
• GDPR-compliant data collection practices, with deep experience in regulated sectors including government and finance
• Scalable solutions designed to handle millions of URLs and large, complex datasets reliably

We would love to meet you at Data Expo Utrecht 2026 and explore how we can support your data goals. Get in touch with us to book a meeting at the expo or ask any questions before the event.