The search for crude oil begins with geologists who study the structure and history of rock layers below the earth’s surface to locate areas that may contain deposits of oil and natural gas.
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3 Ways Technology is Going to Shape the Oil and Gas Industry Free to Download Today
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.