From Vision to Reality - Delivery of Smart Fields in Asia Pacific

This reference is for an abstract only. A full paper was not submitted for this conference. Putting the Smart Fields vision into practice is not a one-size-fits all solution. As we all know, each asset has unique features. Geological, environmental and political challenges differ from case to case, as does the maturity of a field. At Shell, we have developed a company-wide methodology to bring smart fields elements into asset planning. It identifies and enables application of the most appropriate technology. It uses a structured process that helps our people to gain real ownership of the assets they operate. And, more broadly, to gain ownership of the delivery of the Smart Fields vision in their part of the business. During what we call the "Concept Selection" phase, initial screening matches the appropriate Smart Fields integrated solutions to the specific needs of the project. The next step is to develop a Well, Reservoir and Facility integrated Management Plan that lays out how future field optimisation decisions will be made, underpinned by the optimum amount of data acquisition, modelling and interpretation. This plan is then brought to life by application of standardised workflows and introduction of enabling technologies. These include setting up Collaborative Work Environments to improve integration between the various technical functions in decision-making in a LEAN way. It is a dynamic approach that enables us to learn from existing asset operations as well as apply innovative R&D technologies for new projects. Shell in Asia Pacific has been the leading region for implementation, demonstrated by the delivery of New Projects that are currently being designed as true smart Fields; Examples of Shell operated New Developments in Asia Pacific are used as best practice examples for Shell EP.