I love changing lightbulbs – it’s quick, useful, and so very satisfying. But pouring a foundation or laying a roof? Heck no, that would be a complete disaster. In both homebuilding and data analytics, Construction should usually be outsourced, but Upkeep...
In my 15 years of experience in the O&G industry, I have been deeply involved (most times acting as the middle-woman) in the intricate relationship between the Operations and Accounting departments. While they may seem worlds apart, both rely on accurate spending...
This is a diatribe against standardization in E&P software technology. And also a diatribe against customization in E&P software technology. That’s because while One Size can *almost* Fit All, it never quite gets there. Skip to the end for some tips on...
Last week I had a chance to attend Quorum’s Qnections conference in Las Vegas. The purpose of the event was to showcase Quorum’s new and updated software offerings to current and potential Quorum customers and help make connections with 3rd party consultants like...
Master Data Management (MDM) is one of those things you’ve either never heard or have (strong) opinions about. Let’s dive into why you need to wrestle with it, why it’s known as “the shortest four-letter word in data”, and how to make it...
When we at Velocity Insight get started with a client on an implementation project, we almost always find that it turns into a Data Quality project eventually. And while I love a perfectly clean dataset, it’s crucial to remember: Clean Your Kitchens, Not Your...