While it may be counterintuitive to make sweeping changes to enterprise software strategies amid a pandemic, reduced budgets and headcounts, the payoff could be substantial in the long run. Working remotely has drastically shifted work processes across every industry; however, the effects on the energy industry specifically seem to be…
Rob Robertsis a Director in Opportune LLP’sProcess & Technology practice. Rob has over 20 years of experience in the energy industry (upstream, downstream, oilfield services) focused on the delivery of mid-to-large-scale ERP implementations involving process optimization, system integration and application automation. His focus has been on the architecture, design and implementation of cross-functional solutions, including process integration, mobility and business analytics. He has been involved in multiple full life cycle system implementations from pre-sales and system planning to implementation and support. Prior to joining Opportune, Rob was responsible for ERP and technology services for multiple private consulting firms.
Oil and gas operations are commonly found in remote locations far from company headquarters. Now, it's possible to monitor pump operations, collate and analyze seismic data, and track employees around the world from almost anywhere. Whether employees are in the office or in the field, the internet and related applications enable a greater multidirectional flow of information – and control – than ever before.