Category: TCW
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A “First-Person Exploration” of the Future of AI in Oil and Gas – and Beyond | Ep 19
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, Andrew Chrostowski and “Grace Grock” discuss the transformative impact of AI and AI agents in the oil and gas industry. They explore how AI enhances worker safety, boosts productivity, and integrates with IoT devices. The conversation covers the challenges of deploying AI in remote areas, the future…
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How Tampnet Networks are Impacting Oil and Gas Operations and Beyond | Ep 18
This week’s episode was recorded in-person at OTC 2025. I was excited to sit down with Frode Støldal, Chief Digital Officer and President of the Americas for Tampnet, the world’s largest offshore communications network provider. We discuss how high-capacity offshore networks are enabling the future of work and the connected, frontline worker; the importance of…
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Ammar Sabbagh of Ericsson & Transforming Offshore Operations with Private 5G | Ep 17
This week’s episode was recorded in-person at OTC 2025 with Ammar Sabbagh, VP of Industry & Partnership for Ericsson who shares his views on the transformative impact Private 5G networks are having in offshore oil and gas operations. From Digital Twins to real-time data transfers and remote control of operations to Netflix for the crews,…
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Navigating the Future of Offshore Safety – with Russell Holmes from the COS | Ep 16
In this conversation, Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Russell Holmes, Senior Director at the Center for Offshore Safety, about the critical importance of safety in the offshore oil and gas industry. They discuss the evolution of safety management systems, the role of technology and automation in enhancing safety, and the importance of collaboration among industry stakeholders.…
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Epicore Biosystems Addresses the Epic Challenge of Dehydration and Heat Stress in Industrial Athletes | Ep 15
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Matt Marrapode, Vice President of Strategy at Epicore Biosystems, about the critical issue of dehydration among industrial workers, or industrial athletes, as they refer to them. They discuss the innovative technology platform developed by Epicore that provides real-time hydration insights, guides personalized hydration…
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TeamViewer’s Bridge to the Future of Work for Oil and Gas Operations
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Wade Lindsay, Vice President of Product Management at TeamViewer. They discuss the complexities faced by the oil and gas industry and how TeamViewer Frontline addresses these challenges through augmented reality and smart solutions. The conversation covers the importance of simplifying operations, enhancing safety,…
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EAG, Inc. On Frontline Wins and Collaborating for Success | Ep 13
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Curtis Forsythe from EAG Inc. about the critical role of digital transformation in the oil and gas industry. They discuss how EAG enhances productivity for connected workers through pragmatic approaches to technology integration, the importance of understanding frontline worker needs, and the challenges…
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It’s No Accident; Technology Improves Safety and Productivity | Ep 12
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, Andrew Chrostowski discusses the critical importance of safety for frontline workers, illustrated through a personal story of an accident involving a lone front-line worker. He emphasizes the need for technological solutions to enhance safety and productivity in the workplace. The episode also reviews the first dozen episodes…
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Transforming Frontline Work with Augmented Reality Tools | Ep 11
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, host Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Dr. Antonio Gentile, CEO of Jujotech, about the evolution of connected frontline workers and the role of augmented reality in enhancing productivity and safety in various industries. They discuss the journey of Jujotech, the integration of technology in frontline operations, the return…
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Beyond the Hype – Solutions, Not Widgets | Ep 10
In this episode of the Connected Workers podcast, host Andrew Chrostowski speaks with Kelly Ireland, CEO of CBT, an IT solutions and integration company, about the evolution of connected worker technologies and the importance of training, adoption, and collaboration in driving successful change management. They discuss the current state of technology in industry, the critical…