The Evolution of Operational Excellence: 16 Years of OPEX in Oil & Gas

The oil and gas industry has consistently focused on improving its operations, particularly as production costs rise, refinement margins come under pressure, and labor shortages persist, along with an increasing pressure to reduce risks and enhance sustainability.

These challenges collectively amplify the need and value for Operational Excellence (OpEx), enabling industry leaders to confidently demonstrate that they are operating their assets safely, reliably, sustainably, and cost-effectively.

Ahead of the 16th Annual Operational Excellence in Oil & Gas Summit, we caught up with event speakers and advisory board members to discuss the evolution of Operational Excellence within the oil and gas industry.

Across 4 in-depth interviews, the leaders sharing insight include:

• Senior Director, Digital Transformation at Marathon Petroleum - Talks digital transformation, change management, and workforce upskilling
• Vice President of North America Oil & Gas at Rystad Energy - Shares insight on market volatility, M&A strategies, and supply chain resilience
• Global Manufacturing AI & Advanced Analytics Manager at Albemarle - Delves into scaling AI in manufacturing and the realities of industrial automation
• Operations Director at Occidental Petroleum Corporation - Discusses sustainable savings, risk management, and the role of AI in surface operations