A new era is dawning in the energy industry thanks to ApEX, the artificial intelligence platform developed by Chevron that is transforming oil and gas exploration.
Historically, pre-drilling studies have required weeks of manual review of reports, maps, seismic analysis and technical logs. Today, that process is reduced to minutes. With ApEX, exploration teams can launch natural language queries and retrieve key information from more than one million technical files in seconds.
A team of intelligent agents in action
ApEX is not just a simple search engine. It is composed of multiple specialized virtual agents, each focused on a specific function: geospatial, risk analysis, subsoil assessment, among others. This multi-agent system collaborates simultaneously, allowing for a more robust and multidimensional assessment of areas with oil potential.
For example, if a geologist needs to know the porosity of a rock in a certain region, ApEX can track down previous reports, well logs and related technical documents in a matter of seconds.
Advantages of oil exploration with ApEX for Chevron
In an industry where decisions must be made quickly, having immediate access to critical information gives Chevron a significant competitive advantage. In bidding rounds for the acquisition of exploration blocks, this tool allows Chevron to quickly identify areas with the greatest geological potential and make more informed investment decisions.
ApEX has also been instrumental in real-world operations, such as deepwater exploration in the Gulf of Mexico, where its initial implementation reduced analysis times and improved accuracy in the selection of drilling sites.
Technology that sets the pace for the industry
The integration of AI into previously completely manual processes marks a paradigm shift in energy exploration. With ApEX, Chevron not only improves its operational efficiency, but also gains access to previously underutilized data, such as forgotten seismic interpretations or unstructured technical records.
This initiative represents a decisive step towards a more connected, agile and data-driven industry.
Source: Chevron