Introduction
What is the Houston Professional Petroleum Data Expo?
- The PPDM Association is excited to bring back our more diverse and interactive event - the Houston Professional Petroleum Data Expo, April 9 & 10, 2019, at the Westin Houston Memorial City. Attendees at this year’s event can look forward to building their own experience with multiple streams of presentations, panel discussions and interactive sessions on a variety of themes.We are keeping our drastically reduced prices for 2019. The Agenda is now available!
Who should attend this event?
Why should you attend?
- We know there are many conferences out there – so why attend the Houston Professional Petroleum Data Expo?
- Learn – stay current with what’s new and changing in both the data management, and oil and gas industry. Hear about the latest innovations, processes and techniques implemented by other organizations and what they learned
- Connect – network with your peers and colleagues in a comfortable atmosphere. Meet new people or catch up with old friends. This event will focus on Interactive sessions, so much more than just the traditional 'death by PowerPoint' conference.
- Reach – market your business effectively directly to petroleum data managers by sponsoring or exhibiting at the Sensation. Make new key contacts and keep your current clients up to date on your latest innovations.
- Develop – learn about professional development opportunities and how you can improve your own performance.
- And so much more…
Event Guide
- An Event Guide is available with additional information about this event.
Students/Volunteers
- Are you a student interested in attending the Houston Professional Petroleum Expo or volunteering at this event? Contact events@ppdm.org to get your discount code. Make sure you have your free student membership active on our website!
Agenda
Agenda
- The Draft Agenda is now available!. You can learn more about our speakers and their talks in our Abstracts documents for Day One and Day Two.
Theme
- The main theme for the Houston Expo is "Digital Transformation - Is Your Data Strategy An Enabler or Disabler?".
Schedule
- The Schedule for the Houston Expo is available in our Agenda
Agenda Preview
- April 9, 2019
- 8:00-9:00am
- Welcome and PPDM Update
- 9:10-9:50am
- Personal Branding
- 10:05-10:50am
- Amazon’s Culture of Innovation
- 11:00-12:00pm
- Panel Discussion: PPDM’s Board of Directors
- 1:00-1:45pm
- Taking Data to New Heights: Literally Offshore Acquisition Directly to Cloud
- Data Science Management
- Assessing The Value and ROI of Data Management Initiatives
- Anadarko Core Store- Corporate Core Data Repository
- Predictions for 2019
- Regulatory Data Standards Group
- 2:00-2:45pm
- Chevron Wiki
- Well Planning Effectiveness Gained Through Business Process Analysis and Data Management
- The Future of Data Management: Analytics will Become The New Normal
- Network Analysis of Oil & Gas Big Datasets
- CPDA Information Session
- Data Driven Transformation- Adaptation & Innovation
- 3:00-3:45pm
- Maintaining Geospatial Integrity by Implementing a Robust Framework
- Well Milestone Discussion
- Capturing the Value From Mudlogs Using Crowdsourced Application Development
- “Dark Data” Analytics
- The Economics of Data Quality- A Case Study
- Importance of a Strong Foundation
- April 10, 2019
- 8:00-8:45am
- How Blockchain Can Drive Digital Transformation in the Oil & Gas Industry
- Challenges and Lesson Learned With Data Analytics
- What Is A Completion Training
- A Bright Technology Future for Upstream Oil & Gas - Yogi Schulz
- 9:00-9:45am
- How Blockchain Could Save Seismic
- Optimizing Visualization for Rapid Geospatial Analysis
- Data As An Asset- Say It Like You Mean It!
- LEAN Process Improvement In Data Delivery
- 10:00-10:45am
- PPDM Rules Interactive
- Extracting Information From Wells Logs Using Computer Vision
- Professional Development Committee
- Reliable Transfer of Trust Metadata Drives Efficiencies in Data Management
- 11:00-11:45am
- Blockchain Consortium
- The Digital Transformation
- How Does Data Management Fit in Your Organization
- Department of Interior Metadata Implementation Guide- Framework for Development
- 1:00-1:45pm
- Blockchain - A Protocol
- Can the PPDM Data Model Help Accelerate Agile Master Data Management Deployment?
- Any Transformation Such as Digital Only Happens if People Buy In It. How Do You Get Ready for It?
- Classification and Metadata Extraction Using Machine Learning
- Digital Transformation @Scale Powered by an Effective Data Strategy
- 2:00-2:45pm
- Understanding How Blockchain Will Impact Upstream Date Management
- The Digital Transformation of the Workforce
- Predictive Maintenance for Rod Pumps Using Machine Learning
- RPA - Creating Your Own Digital Workforce
- 3:00-3:45pm
- Panel of Operators: Open Subsurface Data Universe
- 4:00-4:30pm
- Closing Remarks
Sponsors
Sponsor
- Sponsors are key to making this event a success! Our sponsorship kit is now available. We are anticipating approximately 400 attendees in 2019, and excitement is already in the air following the success from 2018. If you have any questions, please contact us at events@ppdm.org
Thank You
Tradeshow
Become an Exhibitor
- In conjunction with the Houston Professional Petroleum Data Expo, we will be hosting a Tradeshow to showcase your products and services directly to our attendees. More information including the layout, benefits and costs is available in our Sponsors and Exhibitor kit which is now available Please refer to our Exhibitor Layout for available booth locations..
Visit our Exhibitors
- geoLOGIC systems (Platinum Sponsor) - With decades of experience, strong government, regulatory and partner relationships, and proven systems and processes, we provide industry leading data solutions for thousands of clients.
- EnergyIQ - EnergyIQ helps E&P companies of all sizes transform business to be more efficient with less risk by establishing, managing, and sharing trusted data throughout the Well Lifecycle. Built on 90+ years of domain and technical expertise, the EnergyIQ solution suite and expert services solve the most complex data management challenges.
- Bahwan Cybertek - BCT Oil and Gas is a division of BCT (Bahwan CyberTek), an expansion of BCT's software, services and consulting business. Our dedicated team of developers and technical experts have in-depth knowledge of Oil and Gas Geo-technical Applications, Integration, and Data Standards, which makes BCT Oil & Gas a natural partner for any organization.
- Wipro
- Tape Ark
- WellDrive
- Land Information Services
- The Open Group
- IHS Markit
- Schlumberger
- Melin LLC (Exhibitor) - Melin Data Management is a software company helping organizations better manage their data. Our data governance software, IrisDG, helps enterprise teams streamline data governance operations from definition thru implementation and management. To learn more, visit www.irisdg.com or contact us at info@irisdg.com.
- Informatica (Exhibitor) - Digital transformation is changing our world. As the leader in Enterprise Cloud Data Management, we’re prepared to provide you with the foresight to realize new growth opportunities. We invite you to explore all that Informatica has to offer—and unleash the power of data to drive your next intelligent disruption.
Exhibitor Information
- Exhibitors will be able to access the show information here closer to the event.
Plan Your Trip
Venue
- The Houston Professional Petroleum Data Expo will be at the Westin Houston Memorial City located at 945 Gessner Road, Houston, Texas. As there will be several stages at this event, the layout will be made available soon. All Expo activities will be located on the 4th floor of the Westin Houston Memorial City, with more information on the various rooms available soon.
Room Block
- A room block has been set up at the with the Westin Houston Memorial City for a single rate starting at $199 plus taxes/night. You will be able to book online or directly through the Reservations Department at 1-800-934-8461 or 1-800-228-3000. This rate is only available until Mid-March so book early.
Transportation & Parking
- Self-Parking is available onsite at a 50% discounted rate for attendees. Tickets will be available onsite to get you the discount - please stop by our Registration Desk to get your ticket prior to leaving.
Networking Opportunities
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Beyond the networking opportunities during meals and breaks, this year the Expo programming will include a refreshed Cocktail Reception on April 9. If a sponsor agrees, there will be a Welcome Reception on April 8.
International Visitors
- For those travelling from outside of the USA, please review the eligibility requirements with the Government of the United States. If you require a letter of introduction to attend, please email events@ppdm.org with your contact information.
Pricing
Discounts are available for groups of 5 or more individuals. Other discounts such as student, speaker or sponsorship codes may apply. When multiple discounts are available, only the highest discount rate will apply. Discounts are not retroactive, so please contact us PRIOR to registering to get your promotional code.
Additional Information
For more information on registration, sponsorship, speaking opportunities, or group pricing please contact Elise Sommer. Please note that all PPDM Events may be photographed for PPDM Marketing Materials. If you do not wish your photograph used in PPDM Materials, please contact Elise Sommer
Cancellation Policy: Please visit our Terms and Conditions under "PPDM Events" to view our cancellation policy