Corrosion is one of the leading causes of pipeline failure in the oil and gas industry. According to a study conducted by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE), pipeline corrosion can cost anywhere between $5.4 billion and $8.6 billion in the United States alone. Of all the different types…
Krystal is a civil engineer and project manager with an MSc in Construction Engineering and Management. Her experience includes the project management of major infrastructure projects, construction supervision, and the design of various infrastructure elements including roadway, pavement, traffic safety elements and drainage. Krystal is also a published author with the Transportation Research Board in Washington, D.C.
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.