The oil and gas sector, especially the pipeline industry, plays a pivotal role in the global economy. However, this critical sector faces an escalating cybersecurity challenge. High-profile cyber attacks, like the 2021 Colonial Pipeline ransomware incident, have disrupted operations and caused significant financial losses, highlighting the sector’s vulnerability to digital…
Chad Alessi is an experienced leader in the energy industry with over 20 years of experience in oil and gas operations, engineering, project management and operations consulting.
Oil and gas operations are commonly found in remote locations far from company headquarters. Now, it's possible to monitor pump operations, collate and analyze seismic data, and track employees around the world from almost anywhere. Whether employees are in the office or in the field, the internet and related applications enable a greater multidirectional flow of information – and control – than ever before.