An industry as large as the U.S. oil industry can have a lasting effect on a state’s economy. For Karnes County, Texas, the shale oil industry provided wealth, power, and an increase in population. Formerly a location filled with ranchlands and fields, Karnes County has become the leading producer of…
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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.