Automation animates bottom line: Digital techniques and automated operations can revolutionize oilfield cost savings

摘要

Some integrated and independent operators are getting a competitive edge by building digital foundations into new fields as they seek to get the greatest number of barrels out of the ground at the lowest cost. At the same time, the biggest service companies in the industry are coming out with solutions to help them do it right. Digital oil field promises approach the potential of yesterday's e-commerce, but savvy operators can learn from the advice of Bill Bartling, senior director of marketing at SGI, who said. "It's all about making money. It's not about cool stuff."