Read about how IBM's integrated operations can help upstream oil & gas companies get more from existing reservoirs by improving information sharing and monitoring.

1. IBM SALES AND DISTRIBUTION Streamline upstream operations
Solution Brief
Integrated operations for
upstream from IBM
Exploration and production replacement needs have never been
greater. Competition for oil reserve access has never been fiercer.
Highlights IBM can help you get more from existing reservoirs with an innovative
● Drive optimal performance with knowl-
solution to improve information sharing, analysis, sensing, monitoring
edge management and control that and data capture.
comes from effective data capture,
analysis and alerting
Imagine the possibilities for exploration and production
● Support better decision making with
data mining and trend analysis Use information to create a proactive and action-oriented environ-
ment. Act as events occur with alerts and events triggered or activated
● Maximize uptime and lifting capabili-
ties with near-real-time monitoring and
by key metrics. Collaborate with experts on problems and solutions for
analysis of reservoir drilling and pro- smarter, more effective resource management. Integrated operations
duction data for upstream enables you to instantly access key data concerning oil
● Optimize field force efficiency with field assets, measurements and documents in a consistent and intuitive
remote management and automation format to enhance decision making across your enterprise.
tools
● Unify company systems for integrated
Helping to refine your business
upstream operational data across the
extended enterprise IBM understands the challenges and business dynamics that your com-
pany focuses on, especially in exploration and production. Together
with key IBM Business Partners, IBM is well equipped to implement a
comprehensive integrated operations solution for upstream companies.
We possess:
● Deep oil and gas industry skill and experience from
IBM Global Business Services.
● True worldwide reach to handle your globally dispersed
asset base.

2. IBM SALES AND DISTRIBUTION Streamline upstream operations
Solution Brief
Now is the time
Integrated operations for upstream from IBM can help you maximize profit
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Increase performance with intelligence, speed and agility
As a production company, you need to overcome industry challenges while cre-
ating flexibility and a foundation for future growth. A new vision for opera-
tional leadership transforms how production supervisors and other oil field
professionals use better information to draw more efficiency and more produc-
tion from oil field assets. The integrated operations solution for upstream, from
IBM, offers tools that enable evaluation and action—on demand—so you can
respond more quickly. In addition, our solution helps enable remote, collabora-
tive management of reservoirs, facilities, plants and equipment—with near-real-
time information.
For more information
To learn more about integrated operations for upstream, please contact your
IBM representative or IBM Business Partner, or visit:
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