Maximize Unit Performance With Real-time Optimization

By Wenting Zhu, John Hernandez, and Stan DeVries

The global Oil & Gas industry is constantly challenged to improve its performance. Refineries are continually reviewing solutions with the promise of performance improvement. Existing optimization software may not provide the full benefit for a plant.

To reduce costs and drive higher profitability, a powerful optimization solution should incorporate key functions such as advanced analytics, role-based performance management, and business process and data integration to support lean management and smart plant operations.