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FAQs - Chemical & Process Industry Data Services
Asset data is either a problem or an asset in the Utilities Industry
Synergies for utility companies with other heavy and complex industries
Is Sharecat Data Services the Right Solution?
Now is a Bad Time to Embrace Data Improvement
FAQs - Utility Industry Data Services
Your teams and your ERP, EAM and CMMS systems assume that it is an asset. Unfortunately, for most, it is more often a problem that is holding your teams and systems back.
If you’re reading this, then it’s probably because you’ve already said something along the lines of:
“If only we had good data, then (insert generic brand ERP/EAM/CMMS name here) could really help us be more effective.”
Sharecat Data Services’ whole reason for being is to help operators go from “if only we had good data” to “now that we have good data, we can..:”. What’s more, we only do this for companies in heavy and complex industries, including utilities such as power generation, power distribution, gas transmission and water.
On the surface, it is simple, but under the surface lies the complexity and scale of the task. This is why the importance of Data Cleansing, Data Enrichment, Data Standardisation and Data Cataloguing activities are normally underestimated and often poorly delivered.
Yes, your teams are capable, and you could do it internally, but this would be a false economy compared to using a specialist Data Services provider. Your personnel are hired to deliver other higher-value tasks to ensure reliable production, which rightly takes priority over data improvement. Even if you could allow them to focus on data 100%, it would take them longer and at a higher cost because they are not optimized for delivering cleansing, enrichment, standardization and cataloguing in the same way that a specialist data services provider is.
This is why data services make the difference. If you select the right partner, they will act as the catalyst to transform your data into the valuable input that is expected without disrupting your day-to-day activities.
Weak data is the source of a range of problems; some are minor irritations others can be major issues. With enough minor irritations, it quickly becomes a major issue no matter what.
(You can also read more about the consequences of bad data on our Insights page).
Some of the common problems that poor data causes are;
· Unexpected shutdowns due to lack of spares
· Wrong make and model information preventing automatic ordering
· Excess inventory in warehouses
· Wasted hours from manual processes that can be automated
· Poor handover from suppliers and projects to operations
· Insufficient overview and mitigations for equipment obsolescence
How do we do it? Take a read of our pages describing our Data Cleansing, Data Enrichment, Data Standardisation and Data Cataloguing services.
As we support companies across many heavy and complex industries, there are significant data synergies for utility companies with the other heavy and complex industries we work in. This added benefit is something we embrace and take full advantage of as part of our Data Services.
For example:
· Utility companies, like all of our customers, have assets with long lifetimes filled with complex equipment. This means the return on investing in data services to build data strength is a simple value proposition that will continue to pay dividends for decades.
· Most customers have the commonality of suppliers and products across their facilities, which makes processing data very efficient, and collecting missing information much faster.
· Our Oil, Gas & LNG and Chemical and Process customers typically have the full range of utilities within their facilities - power generation and distribution, water treatment and gas transmission systems. Which means that we are working with the same equipment and suppliers in support of our energy and utility customers.
· Both traditional thermal power generation and renewables, such as wind and solar, are present across many of our customer’s operations within and outside of classic utility companies.
· Unlike most data service providers, we know the shared elements and key unique differences and needs that onshore and offshore applications require, which apply for both wind power and Oil, Gas & LNG.
· No matter which industry we support, there is always a high regulatory hurdle to clear. Thankfully many regulations are common to all heavy industries, but, there are also many unique regulations to be aware of as well.
Knowing which international standards are the most suited is a difficult challenge, even more so is keeping track of and participating in initiatives to align with. We are actively engaged in the industries we support, including a range of initiatives, so that we can recommend new approaches to keep your data ready for the evolving regulatory and digital landscape.
If you’re interested to read more on standards and initiatives we are working with now, take a look at our Data Standardisation Services page.
You’ve decided to improve your master data, fantastic! But you’re not sure exactly what you need. There are a lot of different approaches out there and only you can decide which one is suitable for your company and operations.
The information in these pages is designed to give you sufficient detail for you to see if we could be a good fit, so we encourage you to spend some time reading through, especially if you’re;
· A utility company struggling with poor and incomplete plant/facility data
· Understand that your data is holding you back, but don’t have capacity to address the problem
· Not getting the full potential from your ERP, EAM or CMMS systems
· Want expert help that quickly delivers results and can take the load off your shoulders
· Looking for a proven partner who knows the data and has a specialized execution model.
Then we’re most likely a strong fit for your needs.
For any new customer we always recommend starting small to test and build trust. This is a low risk/high reward model where everyone wins.
If you’re ready to discuss specifics to help you find the right approach then simply Get In Touch and one of our team will contact you – don’t worry, if we don’t think we are right for your needs we will let you know.
Our Data Services are designed to make what is a problem today become an asset, it’s that simple. We deliver the reliable data your systems and teams expect, faster and cheaper than if you tried to do it yourself.
Our commitment is to providing high quality data you can rely on, which is why we are not afraid to stand behind our work with a simple guarantee. Give us your data and we will return high quality data that is guaranteed to be correct. If we’ve made an error, then we will fix it for free.
There’s no magic recipe, or secret sauce, the simple answer is our execution model has been developed, built and refined across 30 years focused on ensuring high quality data, at scale, with low cost.
Through a combination of expertise who understands the data and processes, complimented and enhanced by a range of automation and tools, we process information on average 70% faster than our competitors. This includes integrated quality checks before anything is delivered to prevent any errors making their way into your ERP, EAM, or CMMS system, a simple step that often doesn’t happen when using other approaches.
This makes guaranteeing good data a simple promise that we deliver on. We do this every day, for customers operating facilities across the globe.
Whether you're a local utility provider or a national power distribution company working in many regional markets, our support can grow together with your needs, both upwards and downwards.
From one-off scopes on a single facility or project through to frame agreements for ongoing support across your operations. We can complement your existing team or be a fully outsourced capacity that can scale up and down as you may need. Our execution model lets you have the benefit of specialist expertise when you need it without having internal overcapacity simply for the peak loads.
…said no one ever in the history of the modern utility industry.
It might be difficult to get going, but that’s part of the benefit of using a specialist. We take the load for you so you can realize the value without going through the disruption and pain.
We can also break it down into steps so you have full control over what is done and when.
We’re always interested in talking with new companies to understand their challenges, no matter the size, as there’s always something to learn and value we add.
If our data services sound like a good fit for your needs, then