Archive 2010: News, Press Releases, & Other Updates
Please see below for an overview of press releases, updates, and case studies published in the first quarter of 2010:
01 - World-First Deepwater Drilling Consultancy Launched by Oil & Gas Service Company
A group of the world’s most experienced deepwater wells professionals have joined to form the first drilling consultancy to specialise solely in deepwater projects. Read more...
02 - West Africa Contract Win Worth Potential $1million-plus to Exceed
Exceed recently secured a Performance Improvement contract with a potential value of $1million. The contract with leading operator Tullow Oil plc involves Exceed providing an inclusive performance management service. As part of the project, Exceed will supply two performance coaches to support offshore drilling operations on Tullow’s Jubilee project.
The Jubilee field, Tullow’s largest-ever discovery is situated offshore Ghana and has an ultimate upside potential of 1.8 billion barrels. Read more...
03 - LEAN Kaizen: Proven to Engage & Deliver
In Q2 2009, Exceed took the bold step of diversifying its performance improvement offering by bringing on board LEAN Kaizen expert Pat Browne. Less than 6 months later, Exceed’s LEAN Kaizen division has delivered three projects, resulting in customer lead times reduced by half and staff time to deliver reduced by 45%. Read more...
04 - Rig iVision: Research Demonstrates the Benefits of Video Learning
The key challenges facing offshore operators include operational safety, increased well complexity, reduced experience levels, increased risk and high operational costs. The results of a recent study in Benin confirming the effectiveness of video learning open up exciting new avenues for knowledge sharing which are particularly relevant to the restrictions and challenges of the rig environment. Read more...
05 - Performance Coach Pushes Down Costs
A recent project by Aberdeen-based performance improvement business Exceed for North Sea oil and gas operator Talisman Energy (UK) Limited has helped deliver significant efficiency savings and improved productivity.
The 22-month project involved two Exceed coaches working on rotation with the Talisman team on the Ocean Nomad. Read more...