DCP Midstream needed to gain visibility into critical assets, connect disparate systems, and give its workforce a single view of operations. It used AVEVA PI System to centralize operational insights and enable coordinated, real-time decision-making across the organization. Thanks to improved plant operations, DCP Midstream saved $25M in fiscal year 2017.
“In 2017, which, in my mind, is the ramp-up year where we still have a lot of heavy investment...we’re starting to see the return. We’ve already captured that payback.”
Kevin Milliman, Director, Capital Projects, DCP Midstream
Goals
- Gain visibility into plants, 57,000 miles of gathering pipeline, and 4,500 miles of natural gas pipelines
- Provide crews a single view of operations and remote monitoring capabilities
Challenges
- Existing systems were not designed for reporting or analytics
- Field crews had to inspect sites in-person, and took many hours to finish their rounds
Solutions
Results
- DCP Midstream saved $25M in fiscal year 2017 thanks to improved plant operations
- Field crews can monitor sites remotely and receive earlier notification of issues at field sites
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