As the upstream oil and gas industry continues to gain momentum despite continued market instability, producers are now ready to take advantage of the changing technology landscape to drive continued growth. New opportunities that leverage the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and promote a digital workforce are suddenly pushing oil and gas companies to incorporate digital strategies into their capital projects and operational infrastructures. These companies are realizing more than ever the true value of digital transformation and how it can help them better adjust to a constantly changing industry and business landscape.

Emerson has identified six current trends in the upstream industry that can be impacted by digital transformation and potential solutions that can help facilitate that transformation.