Numerous indicators make clear that the next five years will usher in extreme transformation for a multitude of energy sectors, the overarching energy industry as well as the global economy at large. This begs the question: What is driving such significant and rapid change? This big question just might be…
Merilee Kern, MBA, is a brand strategist and analyst who reports on industry change makers, movers, shakers and innovators: field experts and thought leaders, brands, products, services, destinations and events. Kern is also founder, executive editor and producer of “The Luxe List” as well and is host of both the “Savvy Ventures” business TV show that airs nationally on FOX Business TV and Bloomberg TV and the “Savvy Living” lifestyle TV show airing in top U.S. markets. Connect with her on Instagram. Twitter. Facebook. LinkedIn.
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.