Transforming Operations with Quorum’s On Demand Well Operations: Blackbeard Operating’s Success Story
At this year’s Qnections Las Vegas 2024, Blackbeard Operating LLC shared how Quorum's On Demand Well Operations, a core solution within the Upstream on Demand suite, is helping streamline their complex workflows and drive efficiency. Quorum’s Customer Success Manager, Travis Wingerson, Product Owner, Mike Stoklosa, and Blackbeard’s Engineering Technician, Alisha Benge, discussed how this adaptable, cloud-based software supports Blackbeard’s operational needs with enhanced reporting accuracy and seamless data management.
Simplifying Complex Workflows
Managing well workflows across multiple systems can be time-intensive and prone to errors. Blackbeard highlighted how On Demand Well Operation’s platform centralizes well data, eliminating manual processes and consolidating workflows that were previously scattered across various platforms. “We used to rely on separate systems for different well data,” said Alisha Benge, underscoring how On Demand Well Operations’ centralization has delivered significant convenience and time savings.
Enhancing Communication with Real-Time Notifications
To improve team alignment, Blackbeard is excited about Quorum’s upcoming real-time notification center, a feature designed to streamline internal communications. By delivering instant alerts on critical actions such as AFE approvals, this tool aims to help teams stay informed without constant email exchanges or cross-departmental updates.
As Travis Wingerson noted, “With the notification center, you will know right away when key steps happen—whether it’s AFE approval or project completion.” This enhancement will empower Blackbeard to stay proactive, keeping projects on track with fewer communication delays.
Cloud-Based Flexibility for Growth
With growth on the horizon, Blackbeard values the cloud-based flexibility On Demand Well Operations offers. The cloud model supports operational scaling without the IT overhead of on-premises infrastructure, allowing Blackbeard to expand with minimal disruption. “You don’t have to worry about managing servers or installations,” explained Mike Stoklosa. “Everything is in the cloud, which aligns your IT resources with your operational needs.” This flexibility allows Blackbeard to adjust based on activity levels, ensuring they only pay for the resources they actively use during high-demand periods.
Driving Accountability with Integrated Data and Reporting
With over 75 daily users accessing the platform, Blackbeard leverages On Demand Well Operations’ robust reporting capabilities to ensure data accuracy across departments. By compiling data from various sources, Blackbeard can gain insights into project performance and identify areas needing improvement. This comprehensive approach allows for informed decision-making and helps the team take corrective action based on accurate, real-time information.
The Future of Well Operations
Looking ahead, Blackbeard is enthusiastic about new On Demand Well Operations features in development, such as mass data changes across wells and expanded templates. These updates are expected to further streamline workflows and enhance control over their operations, making On Demand Well Operations an even more powerful tool as Blackbeard continues to grow. For Blackbeard Operating, Quorum’s On Demand Well Operations is more than just software—it’s a strategic asset that simplifies workflows, enhances operational control, and supports scalability, helping them stay competitive in an increasingly complex industry.