Streamlining Field Service Inspections for a Global Oil and Gas Company
Introduction
In the fast-paced world of oil and gas, efficiency is key — especially when it comes to field service inspections. One globally recognized oil and gas company was facing a significant challenge: their machinery reporting process was draining resources, taking up valuable technician hours, and driving up costs. The process of preparing lengthy inspection reports was time-consuming, and it was clear that a more efficient solution was needed to keep operations running smoothly and cost-effectively.
The Problem
The company’s existing reporting process required engineers to generate extensive 30+ page word-document reports for each inspection job, with each report taking up to 40 hours to prepare. This massive time investment was costly, as it cost roughly $1,300 per report. This extended reporting time would often happen after inspecting gearboxes in remote production plants. Costs were already high to travel to and perform a lengthy, dirty and difficult inspection.
This inefficiency wasn’t just a burden on technician time but also on the company’s bottom line. Technicians had to sift through hundreds of images and data points to manually insert the correct media into each report after the inspection was complete. The process was labour-intensive and unsustainable, requiring a solution that could streamline the entire workflow to save both time and money.
The Solution
To solve this issue, the company examined Inspectron’s advanced technology solutions. Inspectron’s WiScope, WiTorch, together with an Android tablet and integrated into tailored 3rd party workflow software.
This system would allow technicians to work more efficiently by capturing images and videos in real-time as part of the inspection process. Instead of spending hours later searching for and inserting the appropriate media into reports, the images were automatically placed in the right sections of the report as the inspection was happening. This seamless workflow can save precious time and eliminate the need for redundant tasks.
The Results
The implementation of Inspectron’s solution integrated into the 3rd party software estimated impressive results:
- Reduction in Labor Hours: The time required to prepare each report is estimated to reduce from 40 hours to just 5 hours per machine. That’s a dramatic 87% reduction in labour, freeing up technicians for more high-value tasks.
- Cost Savings: The expected cost per report dropped from $1,300 to just $170, resulting in a savings of $1,130 per report. This allows the company to redirect resources into other crucial areas of their operations.
Conclusion
Adding Inspectron’s technology into their field service inspections, the global oil and gas company expects remarkable improvements in both efficiency and cost savings. The expected reduction in labour hours and associated costs helps streamline the company’s operations, allowing technicians to focus on more impactful tasks, while also enhancing the overall quality and speed of their reporting process.
If you’re looking to optimize your field service operations, Inspectron’s tools can help streamline your processes and reduce costs — without sacrificing quality. Reach out to see how we can help transform your business today!