Todd Maheux,
‍General Manager Operations

Since beginning operations in 2008, through a series of strategic acquisitions, farm-ins and land acquisitions combined with its active capital exploration and development program, Tourmaline has assembled an extensive undeveloped land position with a large, multi-year drilling inventory and operating control of important natural gas processing and transportation infrastructure in three core long-term growth areas.

The rapid growth of Tourmaline required a solution for Asset and maintenance management to ensure safe and compliant operations. After extensive evaluations, marsworx was chosen as our CMMS solution

The Challenge

Threat of Equipment Failures: Jeopardizing production goals/Constant Pressure: Health and safety standards, regulatory compliance, and environmental benchmarks.​

The Solution = Evaluation and Adopting a CMMS​

Focus on preventive maintenance in key areas:​

Asset Integrity, Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I), Rotating Equipment​

Initial Struggles = Manual Processes: Reliance on data in multiple systems/formats/quality and reactive fixes led to inefficiencies.​

Implementation Impact = Real-Time Data Utilization: Enabled scheduling of regular inspections and maintenance tasks/Staff Engagement: Increased involvement as they witnessed tangible benefits.​

Journey of Discovery

Business Process​

Empower Employees: Providing structure and clarity helps employees understand their roles, boosting confidence and productivity.​

Data Quality​

Importance of Quality: Poor data quality can lead to unnecessary expenses and decreased stakeholder trust. Ensuring high data standards is crucial for decision-making.​

Training​

Building Buy-In: Comprehensive training fosters commitment and equips employees with the skills they need to contribute effectively.​

Buy-In​

User Feedback: Actively seeking user input during the refinement process enhances system acceptance and effectiveness.​

Right Size Resources​

Resource Allocation: Tailoring resources to align with specific workflows, such as mobile groups or adding resources such as asset management specialists and maintenance analysts continues to optimize efficiency.​

Right Size Functionality​

Feature Alignment: Ensuring that system functionalities, like Fire & Gas or EFM, meet user needs without overwhelming them is essential for effective adoption.​

Change Management​

Identify Champions of Change: Engaging enthusiastic supporters can help facilitate smoother transitions and inspire others to embrace change.​

Quality Release Management​

Avoiding Regression: Users are more likely to resist change if they encounter regressions or issues after updates, emphasizing the need for thorough testing and user support.​

Underestimate Implementation Time​

Realistic Timelines: Acknowledging the time required for training and adjustment is vital. Integrating new systems into existing priorities can be challenging.​

The “so what” of this story?

Tourmaline not only boosted production capacity and asset reliability but also greatly enhanced overall operational efficiency. Team members can now visualize their tasks, communicate in real-time, and hold each other accountable.​

By prioritizing preventive maintenance within marsworx, we have positioned ourselves for sustained success in a competitive market, proving that the right tools can drive impactful change.