1970s - Introduction of Computer Equipment

The introduction of computer equipment marked the beginning of a transition to new methods of storing, processing and conveying geological information.

1971: On 1 January 1971, Geofond merged legally and administratively with the Central Geological Survey and ceased to function as an independent organisation, yet retained its independent status.

1972-1974: The merger functioned poorly and, as implied by existing records, the Czech Geological Office was preparing to regrant Geofond its independence as early as 1972. The reasons for this were:

1. The different functions of the two institutions. The Central Geological Survey was mainly a research institution, whereas Geofond was "an institution closely dependent on the state geological administration and functioned as a specialized unit of the Czech Geological Office - CGU". The CGU transferred some of its duties (e.g. registration of newly started geological works, control of geological documentation etc.) to Geofond.
2. Geofond is the national archive of geology, and collects the work results of experts from many organizations - planning institutions, universities etc. - concerned with geological research and mining. An archive serving such a unique purpose should not be under the jurisdiction of any organisation conducting geological research or exploration. The independent status of Geofond is essential in preventing conflicts of interest.
3. Geofond must perform its task objectively and impartially; its independent status is required to guarantee the provision of balanced and proportional services and the protection of copyright and property rights. Therefore, Geofond also serves as a geoscience information centre.
4. 4. Geofond‘s growing needs for facilities and personnel - half of the archived materials outside Prague are in unsatisfactory condition and difficult to access. Continuous processing of materials delivered to the loan service is lagging behind and causing delays.

1975: On 2 January 1975, by Decision No. 1 of the CGU president, the Geological Fund was separated from the Central Geological Survey and merged with Geoinvesta (a contributory organization of the CGU serving a specific function), as a state funded organisation bearing a new name: "Geofond", a specialized organization of the Czech Geological Office in Prague". It acquired new rights and obligations, performing its tasks as authorized by the Czech Geological Office, a central state-administrative body of the Czech Socialist Republic. To this day and in modified terms, this decision remains as the founding charter of the independent Geofond and first makes official use of the name Geofond. Up to then, the term Geological Fund was used in all official documents and the name Geofond served only as a legislative abbreviation.

1977: In 1977, Geofond moved to the newly reconstructed premises at 26 Kostelní St. that served as laboratories of the Central Geological Survey. This solved the problem of providing Geofond with facilities for its staff and equipment.