Case Study: Long-term exploration project in Africa

Several African countries are still carrying out exploration ventures in search for oil and gas. Some small companies are taking risks to explore for hydrocarbons in these countries and any significant discovery may encourage these countries and investors to pursue outlets such as the Chad-Cameroon pipeline. An exploration project such as this will require a dedicated, long-term time frame that will cover vast regions of unexplored, remote lands.
Primary Requirements
The exploration company would need to be timely and efficient in their operations to stick within their timelines and not overshoot their budget
need

Lightweight, portable communication devices for field agents

voice solution

Each agent will need a Thuraya SO-2510 satellite phone which will enable them to maintain constant communication on their location and timely feedback on their findings

need

To communicate effectively from the site’s temporary office with the field agents.

voice solution

By installing a Thuraya Fixed Docking Unit, the camp’s office will communicate to the agents out in the field who were already equipped with Thuraya handhelds efficiently whilst saving on costs

Data

need

The field agents will require continuous access to large quantities of data

data solution

The agents equipped with a Thuraya IP will be able to forward site analysis progress reports to the headquarters as well as participate in regular, status meetings held at the headquarters through video conferencing.

The agents will be able to draft reports and email them to headquarters and receive feedback whilst still on site

need

An encryption solution that will ensure the information exchanged is restricted to authorized personnel

data solution

Through setting up a Virtual Private Network it will ensure all the information is efficiently and accurately delivered to the intended individuals to avoid any interception.

need

Constant communication through data and voice on a reliable and secure link

voice & data solution

The camp through installing a VSAT solution will facilitate for effective site reporting to the headquarters especially on discoveries and supplies needed.

need

A stable, communication channel for agents as they are constantly moving from one site location to another prospective site

A means of tracking each project vehicle for security purposes due to the unpredictability of new, remote locations

voice & tracking solution

By installing each vehicle with a Thuraya-eye, it will allow the agents to continuously make and receive calls whilst in motion

It will also act as a tracking device, allowing the temporary site quarters and the headquarters to monitor the vehicles movements and forewarn the team if they’re veering into any impeding danger.

Secondary Requirements
As they team narrows down its exploration sites to potential sites they need to acquire and forward precise data for analysis
need

A constant and stable device that will automatically monitor, alert and record-keep data

data solution

The team will rely on telemetry technology using a Inmarsat D plus to ensure their data is accurate and secured enabling efficient, fast operations from a remote location (distance)

It will reduce the time wasted moving back and forth to the exploration site as it will monitor the changing levels in the site’s conditions as well as ensure no irrelevant or inaccurate data is sent, saving on additional costs and time

 

Case Study: Survey Company Edmond & Crove Ltd

Edmond & Crove Ltd is a survey company that is renowned for its accuracy in operations. They venture from city to outback sites for their jobs and must ensure the data they present is accurate. They were recently were sued for presenting inaccurate survey results that had caused a severe construction loss to a client. This has tainted their company image and credibility.
Primary Requirements
The company acknowledges it needs a stable and efficient device that will accurately capture and store data
need

Lightweight, portable devices for on-site communication

voice solution

By each surveyor having a Thuraya SO-2510 satellite phone they will be able to constantly communicate from any site location to the headquarters on survey progress, receiving timely feedback and instructions.

need

A stable link that will comfortably and safely facilitate continuous access to the internet and forward large quantities of data

data solution
TBy equipping themselves with a Thuraya IP, they will be able to forward chunks of data retrieved at the site directly to the head office for immediate analysis and back-up storage.

Reconstructing Afghanistan

Eric is a construction manager for a US-based international development organization based in Afghanistan. His worked on several construction and renovation projects of schools and clinics in the country, currently working on a project to build a new road and repair an irrigation system in the central highlands of Afghanistan. Using a BGAN satellite IP modem, he maintained regular contact with his HQ through e-mail and instant messaging.

He sent large data files, including digital photographs, spreadsheets and blueprints, which were vital for efficient construction project management whilst submit engineering changes and progress reports without having to drive to the nearest city.