Measurement Should Be Integral To Materials Planning Strategy

摘要

Most people in the oil industry know that accurate measurement can contribute to successful flow assurance and corporate social responsibility compliance. What isn't so widely known is the extent of its impact on the bottom line. Measurement expertise is often brought in as part of a troubleshooting exercise mid- project, but companies across the industry could save millions of dollars by consulting during the planning phase or when writing tenders. A good example of this is what I call "over-engineering." Most structures in the oil and gas industry have a safety margin of five to 10 factored into their build. Compare that with other safety-critical industries such as aerospace and nuclear where a margin of three is acceptable on most items.