Management
Transforming refining best practices with 3D virtual models
The technology, from laser scanning to management of change, is mature, functional, cost-effective and proven
From dynamic 'mysterious' control to dynamic 'manageable' control
Instructional design strategies and delivery methods for bridging the DMC chasm
Operator training simulator: myths and misgivings
Ten special 'features' are analyzed to assess whether these add-ons provide real value or if informed users (and vendors) would be better off focusing on core values
Competency framework for refinery process engineers
A new method can be used to create a learning curriculum, provide career guidance and build a knowledge repository
Technology has created an alarm management crisis
Here's what needs to be done to solve the problem
Why many experts are wrong in forecasting capital investments and other emerging events
The challenge for HPI managements competing for superior foresight is to create hindsight in advance
Nurturing and expanding engineering resources
Current market forces are requiring unique methods to develop staff members
Capture the long-term benefits of operator training simulators
Here are the prerequisites, pitfalls and vision for the future
Adopting a customer-focused and process-centric supply chain
Here's a business model for improved operational excellence and value creation
Understand the importance and pitfalls of the patent system
Ignorance of the procedures can be dangerous, while knowing a few basics can prove invaluable
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