Conference Agenda Sessions

Staying Cost Competitive: What Role Can Technology Play in Developing a Cheaper and More Efficient S

To stay relevant and attractive, the African Upstream must find ways to produce cheaper barrels with a lower carbon content and scale up technology adoption across the supply-chain. We gather upstream regulators, government officials, operators and service providers around the challenge of keeping capital and operational expenditures under control and the opportunities it presents to adopt new policy frameworks and technologies.

Key areas of discussion: 
•    What are the most promising technological innovations transforming supply chain management in the African upstream oil and gas sector, and how are these innovations reducing costs and improving efficiency?
•    How can digital solutions such as blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI) optimize supply chain operations in the African upstream oil and gas industry? What are the challenges and opportunities associated with adopting these technologies?
•    How are advancements in remote operations and monitoring technologies enhancing the efficiency and safety of supply chain activities in remote or challenging environments across Africa? What are the implications for operational reliability and cost-effectiveness?
•    How can technology facilitate collaboration and data sharing among stakeholders in the upstream oil and gas supply chain in Africa? What are the barriers to achieving seamless integration, and how can they be overcome?