Common lessons learned from an analysis of multiple case histories

2011 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaole Yang ◽  
Linh T.T. Dinh ◽  
Diana Castellanos ◽  
Carmen H. Osorio Amado ◽  
Dedy Ng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Case Histories ◽  
Multiple Case

Pushing the Limits in Offshore Mexico

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hector Hugo Vizcarra Marin ◽  
Alex Ngan ◽  
Roberto Pineda ◽  
Juan Carlos Gomez ◽  
Jose Antonio Becerra
Keyword(s):  
Gulf Of Mexico ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Clear Understanding ◽  
Directional Drilling ◽  
Case Histories ◽  
Control Plan ◽  
Drilling Performance ◽  
Drilling Parameters ◽  
Drilling Engineering

Abstract Given the increased demands on the production of hydrocarbons and cost-effectiveness for the Operator's development wells, the industry is challenged to continually explore new technology and methodology to improve drilling performance and operational efficiency. In this paper, two recent case histories showcase the technology, drilling engineering, and real-time optimization that resulted in record drilling times. The wells are located on shallow water in the Gulf of Mexico, with numerous drilling challenges, which typically resulted in significant Non-Productive Time (NPT). Through close collaboration with the Operator, early planning with a clear understanding of offset wells challenges, well plan that minimize drilling in the Upper Cretaceous "Brecha" Formation were formulated. The well plan was also designed to reduce the risk of stuck pipe while meeting the requirements to penetrate the geological targets laterally to increase the area of contact in the reservoir section. This project encapsulates the successful application of the latest Push-the-Bit Rotary Steerable System (RSS) with borehole enlargement technology through a proven drilling engineering process to optimize the drilling bottomhole assembly, bit selection, drilling parameters, and real-time monitoring & optimization The records drilling times in the two case histories can be replicated and further improved. A list of lessons learned and recommendations for the future wells are discussed. These include the well trajectory planning, directional drilling BHA optimization, directional control plan, drilling parameters to optimize hole cleaning, and downhole shocks & vibrations management during drilling and underreaming operation to increase the drilling performance ultimately. Also, it includes a proposed drilling blueprint to continually push the limit of incremental drilling performance through the use of RSS with hydraulics drilling reamers through the Jurassic-age formations in shallow waters, Gulf of Mexico.

Simple but Effective: A Case History Demonstrating Enhanced Performance and Simplified Logistics from New Rotary Steerable

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marco A Aburto Perez ◽  
Anurag S Yadav ◽  
Steven R Farley
Keyword(s):  
Middle East ◽  
Large Diameter ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Modular Construction ◽  
Case Histories ◽  
Design Elements ◽  
Local Content ◽  
Local Supply ◽  
Manufacturing Assembly ◽  
Target Depth

Abstract Based on input from key operators in the Middle East region, a new rotary steerable system (RSS) was launched after a compressed development schedule. This paper describes the development and introduction of the larger tool sizes needed for both onshore and offshore hole sections, including hole sizes from 12 in. and up, in the Middle East. It also outlines the deliberate design of the tool for local assembly and repair. Large diameter (9-1/2 and 11 in.) RSS designs used an existing, smaller design for Middle East applications in both offshore and onshore wells as a basis. When designing these new sizes, engineers took note of lessons learned with smaller sizes of the tool and incorporated design elements for local manufacturing, assembly, and repair. The resulting simple, modular construction enables increased levels of local content and provides for significant reductions in transportation, and therefore associated emissions. Of course, although local content and sustainability are highly desirable, performance is essential, and this paper describes case histories demonstrating how well the new tool worked in real-world Middle East applications. In one notable example, the newly introduced 9 1/2-in. diameter RSS was used to drill an offshore section in the Gulf of Arabia. The tool was mobilized after two older generation RSS had become stuck for days. Consisting primarily of argillaceous limestone, the formation had a history of stuck-pipe events. The new RSS was recommended for this application because of a slicker construction, with a fully rotational bias unit, minimal bottom hole assembly (BHA) stabilization, and an optimized junk slot area, which together help to reduce stuck-pipe risks. The tool drilled to the target depth in a single run, thereby achieving all directional requirements. Notably, after reaching the target depth, the assembly was tripped out of the hole without any requirement for backreaming. This seamless exit, in turn, indicated achieving a smooth wellbore. Other case histories demonstrate results with both new sizes of this tool. The paper also discusses in detail the ability to repair locally and engage the local supply chain. Specifically with Middle East applications in mind, a new, simple RSS design in large diameter versions has demonstrated success in offshore and onshore applications across the region. The design has also proven capabilities for manufacturing and repair local to operations, which enables maximizing in-country value, optimizing use of the tools, and energizing local supply chains.

scholarly journals Key lessons to maintain continuous improvement: A case study of four companies

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luis Paipa-Galeano ◽  
César A. Bernal-Torres ◽  
Luís Mauricio Agudelo Otálora ◽  
Yavar Jarrah Nezhad ◽  
Heither A. González-Blanco
Keyword(s):  
Continuous Improvement ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Evaluation Model ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Sustainable Improvement ◽  
Systematic Improvement ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Business Competitiveness ◽  
And Control

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to analyze the conditions under which continuous improvement practices are developed and to determine what success factors and barriers affect the sustainability of these practices in order to establish strategies that reduce the risk of failure of improvement proposals in companies.Design/methodology/approach: The paper presents a rigorous review of the success factors and barriers in the implementation of continuous improvement models in companies and a multiple case study in which four successful companies located in Bogota, Colombia, were compared using Bessant's maturity model.Findings: The results suggest the existence of systematic improvement processes in the four companies analysed in favour of the improvement of business competitiveness. After a convergence exercise between the success factors identified in the literature and the routines of the evaluation model used to identify the maturity of the companies in terms of improvement, five strategic fronts were identified to achieve sustainable improvement proposals:(1)have management commit to the improvement and guarantee resources, (2) define a methodology to implement, (3) facilitate and systematize the information on the interventions, (4) design training programs and incentives to encourage employee involvement, and (5) generate a verification and control system to provide real-time feedback on the progress of the improvement actions.Research limitations/implications: This research paper was limited by the analysis of four large Colombian companies, which did not allow the generalizability of findings. Therefore, the study offers interesting insights on the empirical evidence on the lessons learned from continuous improvement practices in order to support managers on better decision making and for the academics on better understanding continuous improvement drivers.Originality/value: The present investigation provides a conceptual framework for future studies related to the sustainability of continuous improvement in industry, approaching this topic from a theoretical and practical perspective.

Successes and Failures in E-Partnering

2011 ◽  
pp. 145-174
Author(s):  
Fang Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Case Analysis ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Small Manufacturer ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Multiple Case Studies ◽  
Cross Case Analysis ◽  
Comprehensive Discussion ◽  
Successes And Failures

The previous chapters have included a comprehensive discussion of general issues concerning e-partnership management from both technology and people perspectives, and, continuing this theme, this chapter presents extended and systematic multiple case studies which allow a more profound exploration of the way in which companies have partnered in e-business. It also contains an in-depth examination of specific issues and problems raised in e-partnerships. The cases selected for the case studies represent a broad range of interests, from big brand dotcoms like Yahoo! and Google to a small manufacturer that has embraced e-business and e-partnership technologies and practices. The case studies are followed by a cross-case analysis of the key issues in relation to the development of e-partnerships. Key successful factors are identified from the successful cases, along with the hard lessons learned from failure.

Case Histories of the Resolution of Bolted Joint Leakage in the Oil and Gas Industry

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Warren Brown ◽  
Geoff Evans ◽  
Lorna Carpenter
Keyword(s):  
Oil And Gas ◽  
Oil And Gas Industry ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Bolted Joint ◽  
Case Histories ◽  
Gas Industry ◽  
Root Cause ◽  
The Past ◽  
Cause Of Failure ◽  
Assessment Techniques

Over the course of the past 20 years, methods have been developed for assessing the probability and root cause of bolted joint leakage based on sound engineering assessment techniques. Those methods were incorporated, in part, into ASME PCC-1-2010 Appendix O [7] and provide the only published standard method for establishing bolted joint assembly bolt load. As detailed in previous papers, the method can also be used for troubleshooting joint leakage. This paper addresses a series of actual joint leakage cases, outlines the analysis performed to determine root cause of failure and the actions taken to successfully eliminate future incidents of failure (lessons learned).

MANAGEMENT OF UNCERTAINTY AND RISK IN OFFSHORE PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT

2002 ◽  
Vol 42 (1) ◽  
pp. 113
Author(s):  
P. Behrenbruch
Keyword(s):  
Development Planning ◽  
Project Planning ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Capital Expenditures ◽  
Remedial Action ◽  
Case Histories ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Petroleum Development ◽  
Petroleum Reserves ◽  
Management Of Uncertainty

Uncertainty in petroleum development projects is most often associated with petroleum reserves. It is the limited amount of subsurface data typically available during the time of development planning that creates this situation. Risks are associated not only with reservoir uncertainty but also with wells and production facilities. Risks for offshore projects, as compared to those onshore, are further compounded by very large capital expenditures and less flexibility in catering for subsurface surprises, or remedial action in case of engineering blunders.These concepts are illustrated using case histories of successful and failed projects. Lessons learned from these and other projects are then summarised and processes for uncertainty and risk management are outlined. Risk and uncertainty cover a wide range of issues, and relate to geoscience, reservoir engineering, well technology, facilities engineering, operations, and project planning and evaluation.

INNOVATION MANAGEMENT CHALLENGES OF A SYSTEM INTEGRATOR IN INNOVATION NETWORKS

2010 ◽  
Vol 14 (06) ◽  
pp. 1047-1064 ◽  
Author(s):  
JAAKKO PAASI ◽  
KATRI VALKOKARI ◽  
TUIJA RANTALA ◽  
HENRI HYTÖNEN ◽  
SOILI NYSTÉN-HAARALA ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Integration ◽  
Innovation Management ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Innovation Networks ◽  
High Demand ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Component Assembly

The paper describes findings from a multiple case study about the innovation management challenges of a system integrator (SI) whose operation is characterized by a high demand of innovation and whose focus of integration capabilities is, accordingly, changing from component assembly to knowledge integration. The study involved six diverse case firms, and it applied the methodology of qualitative research. Innovation networks orchestrated by the SI were categorized, according to the way in which knowledge and intellectual property (IP) were explored and exploited in the network, to sourcing (transaction) and co-creation types of networks. The research question of the study was, what aspects of sourcing networks and of co-creation networks support or hinder networked innovation from the viewpoint of a SI and innovation management? After iteratively addressing the lessons learned from literature and empirical case findings, sets of supporting and hindering aspects were presented as implications of the study.

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