In the upstream oil and gas sector, frontline operations have long depended on manual methods for information management, such as clipboards, spreadsheets, and disconnected tools. These outdated processes persist despite mounting pressure to improve efficiency and cut costs.

But with today’s margin compression, regulatory scrutiny, and demographic changes, that operational model is no longer sustainable. Field operators are expected to do more with less, but lack integrated, user-friendly tools that align with their daily work activities.

In this episode, I chat with Philip Richard, CEO of Porosity, about how his company is tackling these very challenges. Leveraging his personal background in production engineering and startup leadership, Philip explains how Porosity is building software designed for the field, not just the back office.

Key moves such as streamlining leak detection, maintenance, and safety workflows through a single, mobile-first platform really help the field directly address its challenges. This episode is all about how oilfield digitization actually happens.

👤About the Guest:

Philip Richard is the CEO of Porosity, a software company focused on improving field operations in oil and gas. With a background in petroleum engineering and leadership roles in methane detection and SaaS startups, Philip brings a rare blend of field experience and entrepreneurial drive. Connect with Philip on LinkedIn.

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🎙 Podcast: https://geoffreycann.com/broadcast/
📚 Blog Series: https://digitaloilgas.substack.com/
🎓 Digital Strategy Course: Udemy – Digital Oil and Gas
📷 Backstage Tour: https://geoffreycann.com/mystudio/

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