Blog

Nikolai Bernstein and the Forgotten Science of Skill: Why Corporate Training Should Rediscover the Physiology of Activity

The forgotten work of Soviet psychophysiologist Nikolai Bernstein may help modern companies rethink training, competence, human error and the development of genuine professional mastery.

Anton Gakhov

Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Seismic Mapping of Mediterranean Complex Turbidite Reservoirs Depositional Architectures for Effective Gas Exploration and Development

Ahmed Hafez, NPC, Jordan and Neptune Energy International, Egypt; John Castagna, University of Houston, Houston, Texas, USA Copyright 2023, Society of Petroleum Engineers DOI 10.2118/216389-MS This paper was prepared for presentation at the ADIPEC held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2 – 5 October, 2023.

Dr. Ahmed Hafez

INTEGRATED PRODUCTION SYSTEM Using the PETEX Suite

PROSPER - GAP - MBAL - RESOLVE An Integrated Modelling Approach to Full-Field Production Optimisation

Kamal BAKIRI

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA): Preventing Rotating Equipment Failures Before They Occur

Beyond Failure Investigation: Using FMEA to Prevent Rotating Equipment Failures

Ahmed AbdelAty

Contract Management in Oil and Gas

Contract Management in the Oil & Gas Industry and Its Organizational Benefits

Amr Mohamed Chams El dine Abdel Samad

Drilling Operation Excellence

A Modern Framework for High-Performance Well Delivery

Ayman Khaled

Management of Asphaltene Precipitation Issues During Oilfield Production

1ères JOURNEES TECHNIQUES DU RESERVOIR ENGINEERING Redouane.CHIBANE Département Techniques Production, SONATRACH/PED, 8 Chemin du réservoir Hydra, 16016, Algeria E-Mail: redouane.chibane@sonatrach.dz

Chibane Redouane

Human Error Is Not a Root Cause. It is a symptom of how the system is designed

Human error as a symptom of a weak management system

Anton Gakhov

From an Oil Shock to a Workforce Shock: How the Middle East Crisis Could Reshape the Oil and Gas Labour Market

The workforce shock behind the Middle East oil crisis

Anton Gakhov

🤖 The Future Is Here 🤖

And It’s Not a Sci-Fi Movie Anymore!

Olga Kryuchkova

Facies Heterogeneity Interpretation

Insights from Sandstone Reservoir

Dr. Islam Hamed Ali

Coastal Environment Types

Dr. Islam Hamed Ali

Types and Techniques of Cementing After Casing Installation

Casing cementing is one of the most critical stages in the development of an oil or gas well. It involves filling the annular space between the casing and the wellbore wall with a specialized cement slurry. Once hardened, this slurry provides the strength and integrity necessary to secure the casing in place.

Elena Gakhova

Carbonate Reservoir Characteristics: Key Considerations for Effective Development

A carbonate reservoir is a type of hydrocarbon-bearing formation composed primarily of rock fragments derived from marine organisms—from plankton to corals. Unlike more uniform clastic or clay-rich formations, carbonate reservoirs present more complex and heterogeneous structures, posing unique challenges for the oil and gas industry.

Elena Gakhova

Economic Feasibility of Implementing Software-Hardware Warehouse Management Systems

In enterprises that handle a variety of goods and materials, warehouse operations represent a critical component of the supply chain and a substantial portion of expenses. This applies equally to production, transit, reserve, wholesale distribution, and retail storage facilities. As companies seek to optimize costs and increase efficiency across their logistics chain, the potential introduction of a Warehouse Management System (WMS)—a comprehensive software-hardware solution—often comes under co

Elena Gakhova

Leadership and the Reality of Crisis: From Humanistic Ideals to Pragmatic Solutions

In both business and politics, an era of instability is reshaping leadership requirements. Task-oriented managers and leaders embracing realpolitik are moving into the spotlight, yet long-term sustainability still depends on balancing tough measures with humanistic values.

Anton Gakhov

Flexibility for Success: How Situational Leadership Empowers Businesses

In today’s dynamic and competitive oil and gas industry, leadership is about much more than just setting objectives. To foster business growth, leaders must motivate, guide, and inspire employees at every level. Yet, in many companies, managers tend to view team challenges through a broad, uniform lens—often overlooking the unique attributes of each leader and team member. The situational leadership model, developed by Kenneth Blanchard and Paul Hersey in 1969, was groundbreaking because it enco

Elena Gakhova

Industrial Safety and Occupational Health: A New Perspective on Effective Training and Risk Management

In many organizations, industrial safety and occupational health are often associated with a safety officer wearing a hard hat, delivering lengthy and tedious lectures full of dry regulations. From the barrage of information, employees often remember only three words—“no,” “dangerous,” and “prohibited.” After the briefing and signing off in a few logbooks, they may return to their tasks, discarding the formal rules and best practices as soon as they leave the training room.

Elena Gakhova

Innovation Management in Modern Companies: Challenges and Solutions

Innovation management is a strategic process that guides an organization from the initial spark of an idea to its successful implementation. Effective innovation management reduces the likelihood of leadership missteps, fosters an environment where employees can excel, and ultimately strengthens the company’s competitive position.

Elena Gakhova

Application of Cloud Computing to Optimize Work Processes

Cloud computing provides on-demand access to a wide range of computing services—servers, databases, analytics, storage, and intelligent analysis—via the internet.

Elena Gakhova

Study and Implementation of Innovative Digitalization Methods in Oil and Gas Field Development

Modern oil-producing companies worldwide are rapidly adopting digital technologies, including robotic process automation, the use of drones, and 3D visualization. These advancements help identify potential issues at production sites and along pipelines with greater precision. At the core of the "Digital Oil Field" concept lies artificial intelligence, along with virtual and augmented reality technologies. Together, these tools provide highly accurate simulations of various operational scenarios,

Elena Gakhova

Billions Spent on Education, Yet Workforce Challenges Persist: Costly Lessons from the Persian Gulf

Investments Without Returns: Why Wealthy Persian Gulf Nations Remain Dependent on Expatriates

Anton Gakhov

Rethinking the Future of Work: How AI Agents are Transforming Business and Society

Marc Benioff (co-founder of Salesforce) on the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Boosting Productivity and Changing the World of Technology

Anton Gakhov

The End of the Agile Era: Why Flexible Methodologies Are Losing Effectiveness and What Awaits Businesses Next

Analyzing the Reasons Behind Agile's Failures, Important Lessons, and Paths to Real Change

Anton Gakhov

The Future of Oil and Gas: Global Trends, Challenges, and Prospects

An Analysis of the Current State of the Energy Sector and Its Impact on the Economy, Environment, Geopolitics, and the Cost of Mobility

Anton Gakhov

The Cost of Hydrocarbon Extraction and Challenges in the Energy Industry: Problems and Prospects

Abstract: This article examines key aspects of the cost of hydrocarbon extraction, the complexities of commissioning new fields, problems associated with the use of drilling rigs, and challenges related to the adoption of green energy. Examples from global practice are provided, current trends are analyzed, and possible solutions to pressing problems in the energy industry are proposed.

Anton Gakhov

The Art of Creating a True Team: How to Turn a Group into Unity

Practical steps and inspiring examples for forming an effective team in your organization

Anton Gakhov

Management of Training and Development of Personnel in the Enterprise: The Path to Effective Operations

In the rapidly evolving oil and gas industry, effective management of employee training and development is a multifaceted process that can significantly enhance an enterprise's operational efficiency, regardless of its field of activity. Modern conditions have made this topic particularly relevant due to the swift pace of technological advancement, which demands continuous development of employee skills and knowledge.

Elena Gakhova

Digital Leaders for Transforming and Adapting Companies in the Oil and Gas Industry

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic transformed the world, accelerating the process of digitalization. People found themselves confined to their homes, forced to work remotely, learn online, entertain themselves digitally, meet friends virtually, and handle everyday tasks like grocery shopping through online platforms. The pandemic became a test of viability and digital transformation for companies.

Elena Gakhova

Capital Overhaul: Fundamentals of Managing the Process

Major overhauls of large technological units and equipment at production enterprises are critical undertakings that require comprehensive control, work stoppages, and planned temporary power outages. While some may view this as a routine matter, in reality, without diligent oversight and clear management, there is a significant risk of unplanned expenses, disruptions, delays, and other unforeseen situations.

Elena Gakhova