Why Schlumberger's Old Playbook Won't Cut It in 2025 (And Beyond)
A veteran Schlumberger field engineer argues that the industry's go-to strategies for operations are due for a serious update. Based on hard-won experience.
Read insight →Read field-oriented notes about Schlumberger drilling, oilfield services, downhole measurement, and lower-impact operating decisions.
A veteran Schlumberger field engineer argues that the industry's go-to strategies for operations are due for a serious update. Based on hard-won experience.
Read insight →A procurement administrator compares Schlumberger's Bangalore-based remote support with a low-cost alternative, revealing how service quality directly impacts E&P brand image.
Read insight →A quality manager at Schlumberger’s Ardmore facility reflects on a hard-won lesson about ownership, using parallels from the Continental hotel’s rules in John Wick.
Read insight →As a procurement manager tracking vendor costs for 6 years, I break down the real total cost of ownership (TCO) when evaluating Schlumberger services. Forget the low quote; here's the hidden cost of 'cheap' and why you should look at the whole picture, not just the budget line.
Read insight →A quality compliance manager argues that the 'best' Schlumberger recommendation is a trap. Instead, focus on what you actually need—and why a Schlumberger drink, an Eddie jacket, or a branded partnership might not be the right fit for your brand.
Read insight →A first-hand breakdown of why Schlumberger NV (SLB) gets mixed up with unrelated searches, from employee counts to 'drift' and 'why was Groves in jail.' What an emergency service specialist learned from the chaos.
Read insight →A veteran field specialist explains why Schlumberger's wireline and formation testing services are worth the premium for critical E&P decisions, with real-world examples of misjudged costs and missed deadlines.
Read insight →A quality inspector's side-by-side comparison of two pump maintenance philosophies: scheduled care vs. firefighting. Learn how Schlumberger's Reda pump longevity ties to brand reputation, with insights from Steve Gassen.
Read insight →A procurement manager explains why Schlumberger, despite being a giant, delivers better value for small service orders than cheaper alternatives, based on 6 years of cost tracking.
Read insight →A quality compliance manager answers common questions about Schlumberger, from HR contacts to safety valves, with honest limitations and a few unexpected analogies.
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