Schlumberger launches information solutions division

May 3, 2001
Schlumberger Oilfield Services has formed a division, Schlumberger Oil & Gas Information Solutions (SIS), to provide real-time reservoir management and other electronic information services for the exploration and production sector. In an announcement at the Offshore Technology Conference, executives said SIS builds upon the expertise of several Schlumberger divisions.


By the OGJ Online Staff

HOUSTON, May 3 -- Schlumberger Oilfield Services has formed a division, Schlumberger Oil & Gas Information Solutions (SIS), to provide real-time reservoir management and other electronic information services for the exploration and production sector.

In an announcement at the Offshore Technology Conference Wednesday, it said SIS is a combination of software, information management and technology, and expert services building on the expertise of several Schlumberger divisions, including GeoQuest, IndigoPool, Data Management, Data and Consulting Services, Merak, Network for Excellence in Training, and Schlumberger Network Solutions.

SIS Pres. Satish Pai said the division targets the information transformation of the oil and gas industry by bringing together the "information-centric divisions of Schlumberger Oilfield Services."

SIS provides services to a variety of disciplines including workflow analysis, business optimization, education, knowledge management, information management, custom development, and technical sessions.

SIS will work closely with Schlumberger Sema, a division specializing in business technology consulting services, process systems integration and development, specialized industry software products, and information technology outsourcing.

Schlumberger Oilfield Services is a business segment of Schlumberger Ltd., New York.