# Rischio

> Rischio is a cloud-based geotechnical engineering application from Rischio SAS (Bogotá, Colombia) for the analysis and design of retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations, and open channels.

## Software
- [Retaining wall](https://rischio.io/retaining-wall/): Design and verification of gravity walls, cantilever walls and gabions.
- [Shallow foundation](https://rischio.io/shallow-foundation/): Calculation of bearing capacity and settlements in footings.
- [Deep foundation](https://rischio.io/deep-foundation/): Pile analysis and load capacity at depth.
- [Open channel](https://rischio.io/open-channel/): Hydraulic design of channels and flow verification.

## Pricing
- [Pricing](https://rischio.io/pricing/): Subscription plans for the platform, with all modules included.

## Solutions
- [Consulting](https://rischio.io/consulting/): Disaster risk management consulting for floods and landslides.
- [For education](https://rischio.io/education/): Academic licenses and classroom access for teaching geotechnics.

## Documentation
- [Documentation](https://rischio.io/docs/): Find guides, tutorials, and theory to help you use and understand Rischio.io efficiently and optimize your workflow.
- [Retaining wall — General Description](https://rischio.io/docs/retaining-wall/overview/): Learn about Rischio's Retaining Wall tool: features, tutorials, theory, and user manual for stability analysis.
- [Shallow foundation — General Description](https://rischio.io/docs/shallow-foundation/overview/): Evaluate the stability of shallow foundations, their bearing capacity and settlements with Rischio's geotechnical engineering software.
- [Deep foundation — General Description](https://rischio.io/docs/deep-foundation/overview/): Learn about Deep Foundations, a tool for pile analysis, modeling and design in various soil types, with tutorials and theory.
- [Open channel — General Description](https://rischio.io/docs/open-channel/overview/): Learn how Rischio's Open Channel tool helps analyze uniform flow in open channels and calculate key hydraulic parameters.

## Blog
- [Blog](https://rischio.io/blog/): Technical articles on civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnics, hydraulics and related fields.
- [Soil Stabilization Methods: Lime, Cement and Mechanical](https://rischio.io/blog/soil-stabilization-methods.md): The main soil stabilization methods, how lime and cement change a subgrade, the dosage and mix design tests behind them, and a worked example you can check.
- [Foundation Settlement: How to Calculate It and Tolerable Limits](https://rischio.io/blog/foundation-settlement-explained.md): How to calculate foundation settlement step by step: immediate and consolidation settlement methods, tolerable limits, and a full worked example.
- [How to Read a Geotechnical Report, Step by Step](https://rischio.io/blog/how-to-read-a-geotechnical-report.md): How to read a geotechnical report: the borehole log, SPT and lab results, bearing capacity and settlement, with a worked example.
- [Pile Foundation Design: Capacity Calculation, Step by Step](https://rischio.io/blog/pile-foundation-design-capacity-calculation.md): How to calculate the axial capacity of a pile foundation: the alpha and beta methods, SPT correlations, and a full worked example.
- [Underpinning Methods: Types, Uses and How to Choose One](https://rischio.io/blog/underpinning-methods-and-when-they-are-used.md): How the main underpinning methods transfer load to competent ground, when each one is used, and the load checks and sequence rules that make the work safe.
- [Ground Improvement Techniques: A Practical Engineering Guide](https://rischio.io/blog/ground-improvement-techniques.md): Compare the main ground improvement techniques, from stone columns and rigid inclusions to jet grouting and dynamic compaction, and learn how to select one.
- [What's new in Rischio - July 2026](https://rischio.io/blog/whats-new-july-2026.md): July 2026 - New web platform, new technologies and more!
- [Gross vs. Net Bearing Pressure: Why the Difference Matters](https://rischio.io/blog/gross-and-net-bearing-pressure-explained.md): Learn the difference between gross and net bearing pressure, when each should be used, and how to correctly interpret geotechnical reports for foundation design.
- [Best Geotechnical Software in 2026: Top 6 Tools Compared](https://rischio.io/blog/top-geotechnical-software-comparison-guide.md): Compare the best geotechnical software for 2026: PLAXIS, Rocscience, GeoStudio, GEO5, FLAC, and Rischio—core strengths, pricing, and best use cases side by side.
- [Practical Guide to Retaining Wall Design: Step by Step with Example](https://rischio.io/blog/step-by-step-retaining-wall-design-with-example.md): Step-by-step guide to retaining wall design, including key concepts, safety checks, and a practical example for engineers.

## Academy
- [Academy](https://rischio.io/academy/): Your go-to place on the web to learn geotechnics. You will find theory, calculators, software, and more.

## Company
- [About us](https://rischio.io/about-us/): The company and the principles behind the platform.
- [Contact](https://rischio.io/contact/): Reach the team to schedule a demo or ask about licenses.

## Legal
- [Terms and conditions](https://rischio.io/terms-and-conditions/): Terms that govern use of the platform.
- [Privacy Policy](https://rischio.io/privacy-policy/): How personal data is collected and handled.

## Contact
- [hello@rischio.io](mailto:hello@rischio.io): Write to the team for demos, educational licenses, or support.

## Optional
- [Quick Start](https://rischio.io/docs/using-rischio/quick-start/): Start with Rischio in minutes. Follow this quick guide for easy setup, video instructions, and step-by-step directions.
- [System Requirements](https://rischio.io/docs/using-rischio/system-requirements/): Discover Rischio's system requirements, browsers, device specifications, and internet speed for optimal performance.

Last reviewed: 2026-10-01.