Optimizing Business Operations for an Offshore Drilling Company

Industry:

Oil & Gas

Technology Stack:

  • SharePoint
  • PowerApps
  • Microsoft Flow
  • Common Data Service (CDS)

Solutions:

  • Business Intelligence
  • Data Analytics

Functional Capabilities:

Company Size:

Large ( 1,000 – 9,999 employees )

Country:

United States

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The Challenge Before Us

A leading offshore drilling company needed to improve their internal systems to keep up with operational demands. They faced challenges in managing their SharePoint platform, especially around security, workflow efficiency, and data integration, which were slowing down decision-making and affecting overall productivity.

A leading offshore drilling company

The Solution We Presented

Our approach focused on resolving the inefficiencies that were hindering the company’s operations. First, we optimized the company’s SharePoint system by reorganizing how their digital workspace was managed. This resulted in a more intuitive structure, allowing business leaders and teams to access essential information easily without unnecessary delays.

A key improvement was made in how permissions were controlled, making it simpler to manage who had access to critical documents. This streamlined governance and improved security measures helped the company maintain regulatory compliance without adding administrative burdens.

We also focused on simplifying and automating processes across the organization. By redesigning workflows, we minimized manual input, reducing errors and improving task completion times.

For PowerApps, our team restructured the way the company handled data, ensuring that their systems communicated effectively across departments. This ensured faster, more accurate information flow, helping leadership teams make quicker, data-driven decisions.

The project was delivered using a Time and Material (T&M) model, providing the client with financial flexibility. They only paid for the actual time and resources used, which made the engagement cost-effective and aligned with their operational budget.

Business Impact & Result: Improved Efficiency and Strategic Usefulness

Enhanced Operational Productivity

With more efficient workflows and better data management, the company experienced a marked improvement in their ability to complete tasks faster. This resulted in quicker decision-making across departments, directly contributing to smoother daily operations.

Increased Data Security and Compliance

By simplifying access controls and permissions, we helped the company ensure that critical information was only accessible to the right people, reducing security risks. This also allowed them to meet regulatory requirements without overcomplicating their processes.

Optimized Resource Allocation

The T&M model allowed the company to allocate resources precisely where needed, optimizing costs while ensuring they had access to experienced professionals. This flexible engagement model ensured that their investments translated directly into operational improvements, making it financially viable.

Streamlined Information Flow for Better Decisions

By improving data access and integration, the company gained better control over the flow of information between departments. Leadership could now make faster, well-informed business decisions, increasing overall efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.

Business Value: Profitability, Scalability, and Future-Readiness

  • Cost-Effective Operations: The solution was designed to reduce operational overheads while enhancing system functionality. The company could now operate more efficiently without adding extra costs, boosting profitability.
  • Scalability for Growth: The improvements in the SharePoint and PowerApps platforms laid a strong foundation for future scalability. As the company expands, these systems can grow with them, ensuring that they remain efficient and responsive to evolving business needs.
  • Stronger Competitive Position: By resolving internal inefficiencies, the company is now better positioned to focus on core business operations and growth. This strengthens their market position and enables them to respond to client demands with greater agility.

Overall, this tailored solution not only delivered immediate operational improvements but also provided long-term value by creating a scalable and efficient digital infrastructure that supports future growth and profitability.

Our approach focused on resolving

Industry:

Oil & Gas

Technology Stack:

  • SharePoint
  • PowerApps
  • Microsoft Flow
  • Common Data Service (CDS)

Solutions:

  • Business Intelligence
  • Data Analytics

Company Size:

Large ( 1,000 – 9,999 employees )

Country:

United States

Customer Challenge

A leading offshore drilling company needed to improve their internal systems to keep up with operational demands. They faced challenges in managing their SharePoint platform, especially around security, workflow efficiency, and data integration, which were slowing down decision-making and affecting overall productivity.

A leading offshore drilling company

The Solution We Presented

Our approach focused on resolving the inefficiencies that were hindering the company’s operations. First, we optimized the company’s SharePoint system by reorganizing how their digital workspace was managed. This resulted in a more intuitive structure, allowing business leaders and teams to access essential information easily without unnecessary delays.

A key improvement was made in how permissions were controlled, making it simpler to manage who had access to critical documents. This streamlined governance and improved security measures helped the company maintain regulatory compliance without adding administrative burdens.

We also focused on simplifying and automating processes across the organization. By redesigning workflows, we minimized manual input, reducing errors and improving task completion times.

For PowerApps, our team restructured the way the company handled data, ensuring that their systems communicated effectively across departments. This ensured faster, more accurate information flow, helping leadership teams make quicker, data-driven decisions.

The project was delivered using a Time and Material (T&M) model, providing the client with financial flexibility. They only paid for the actual time and resources used, which made the engagement cost-effective and aligned with their operational budget.

Business Impact & Result: Improved Efficiency and Strategic Usefulness

Enhanced Operational Productivity

With more efficient workflows and better data management, the company experienced a marked improvement in their ability to complete tasks faster. This resulted in quicker decision-making across departments, directly contributing to smoother daily operations.

Increased Data Security and Compliance

By simplifying access controls and permissions, we helped the company ensure that critical information was only accessible to the right people, reducing security risks. This also allowed them to meet regulatory requirements without overcomplicating their processes.

Optimized Resource Allocation

The T&M model allowed the company to allocate resources precisely where needed, optimizing costs while ensuring they had access to experienced professionals. This flexible engagement model ensured that their investments translated directly into operational improvements, making it financially viable.

Streamlined Information Flow for Better Decisions

By improving data access and integration, the company gained better control over the flow of information between departments. Leadership could now make faster, well-informed business decisions, increasing overall efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.

Business Value: Profitability, Scalability, and Future-Readiness

  • Cost-Effective Operations: The solution was designed to reduce operational overheads while enhancing system functionality. The company could now operate more efficiently without adding extra costs, boosting profitability.
  • Scalability for Growth: The improvements in the SharePoint and PowerApps platforms laid a strong foundation for future scalability. As the company expands, these systems can grow with them, ensuring that they remain efficient and responsive to evolving business needs.
  • Stronger Competitive Position: By resolving internal inefficiencies, the company is now better positioned to focus on core business operations and growth. This strengthens their market position and enables them to respond to client demands with greater agility.

Overall, this tailored solution not only delivered immediate operational improvements but also provided long-term value by creating a scalable and efficient digital infrastructure that supports future growth and profitability.

Our approach focused on resolving