Why Digitizing Energy Infrastructure Is So Hard

Sean Kelley knows that digital tools aren’t just shiny add-ons, they’re the backbone of how energy companies can work smarter and faster. In this conversation, Jacob and Julie dig into the real ways technology is cutting inefficiencies, like replacing clunky paper forms with sleek digital systems or using AI to help leaders make decisions with confidence. Sean doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges either, touching on change management, centralizing data, and the sometimes-messy process of getting everyone on board with new tools. Along the way, there are plenty of laughs, practical examples, and insights that’ll make you think differently about where energy and tech intersect and maybe even how you could clean up inefficiencies in your own world.

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00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Understanding Efficiency in Business
02:39 - Change Management Strategies
06:11 - Efficiency in Oil and Gas Industry
09:00 - Importance of Data in Business
11:15 - Balancing Efficiency and Risk
13:22 - Conducting Pre-Project Research
16:49 - Evolving Workflows for Success
18:14 - Integrating AI into Business Operations
21:53 - AI Implementation Best Practices
27:40 - Addressing Change Fatigue Post-Delivery
29:44 - Measuring Productivity Effectively
31:25 - Evaluating Overhyped Business Tools
33:10 - Gamification in the Workplace
36:10 - Engaging Employees in Processes
41:05 - Essential Tools for Business Success
44:47 - On Screen Segment
47:58 - Emojis in Communication
48:35 - The Role of Fax Machines
49:34 - AirPods and Productivity
52:40 - The Impact of Podcasts
55:00 - Food Delivery Apps in Business
57:31 - Court Zoom and Virtual Meetings
59:59 - MapQuest and Navigation Tools
01:01:42 - Exploring Generative AI
01:03:32 - Peepers and Visual Tools
01:05:12 - The Use of QR Codes
01:07:14 - Understanding LLMs
01:09:56 - Utilizing Large White Pads

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