With the typical oil and gas asset having so many moving, complex parts – some of which may be deep underground or under the sea – staying on top of the condition of every critical component has always been a challenge even with a large on-site workforce. In today’s world,…
Daniel Sawyer is a Principal Consultant atComputer Task Group. With more than 20 years of experience delivering information technology in logistics and oil field support services, he has been a key consultant on 3D visualization and Digital Twin initiatives for major oil companies in Alaska since 2013. Sawyer’s expertise is in deploying cost-efficient technology with a focus on user workflow to increase business productivity.
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.