The path forward is not just about automation—it is about augmentation. AI is not replacing human expertise; it is amplifying it. Those who master this balance will define the future of oil and gas in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. Journal of Petroleum Technology Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest YouTube Show more sharing options Data Fabric Analytics Artificial Intelligence Data Science Digital Transformation In June 2019, before the seismic shift brought by the OpenAI revolution, I authored a JPT guest editorial on the oil and gas industry’s digitalization journey. I emphasized the transformative roles of the industrial internet of things (IIoT), cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI). Now, reflecting on that editorial from the vantage point of 2025, it is remarkable to witness how many predictions have materialized and how the industry has evolved beyond expectations. ¹ A Sudden Acceleration: The AI Shockwave in Oil and Gas For nearly 3 decades, technological advancements in the oil and gas industry followed an evolutionary trajectory. Each breakthrough—2D and 3D seismic imaging, horizontal and directional drilling, semisubmersibles, and permanent sensors such as microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanotechnology—built upon prior successes, driving incremental gains in efficiency and recovery. The ability to acquire real-time downhole data […]
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Invest The Invisible Impact
