As we steadily move toward closing out Spring 2021, those still currently employed in the oil and gas industry are looking toward a promising but uncertain future. With remote work on the rise and new challenges concerning opportunities for advancement in the industry, at the top of many employees’ minds…
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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.