ONGC Launches NETRA to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Production Operations
New Delhi: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has taken a major step in its digital transformation journey with the inauguration of the Integrated Digital Solution of the Production Operation Control Centre (POCC), NETRA.
The platform was inaugurated at the Institute of Production Engineering and Ocean Technology (IPEOT) by Pankaj Kumar, Director (Production), marking a significant shift in how the company manages production intelligence and decision-making.
From “Bytes to Barrel”: A New Operating Vision
NETRA is guided by ONGC’s vision of “Bytes to Barrel”, reflecting the company’s push to integrate advanced digital technologies across its upstream operations.
The Production Operation Control Centre aims to transform raw operational data into actionable insights through a unified, intelligent platform.
Key Capabilities of NETRA Platform
The newly launched digital system integrates multiple advanced technologies, including:
- Real-time production monitoring
- Advanced analytics and predictive insights
- Well and network modelling
- Optimization workflows
- Digital twin technologies
By consolidating these capabilities into a single platform, ONGC aims to significantly enhance operational efficiency and production optimization.
Driving Faster and Smarter Decisions
The initiative is expected to enable:
- Faster operational decision-making
- Improved production optimization
- Greater accuracy and efficiency in resource management
- Enhanced innovation in upstream operations
ONGC described the launch as more than a system, calling it a new way of operating built on precision, speed, and data-driven innovation.
Strategic Significance
The launch of NETRA reinforces ONGC’s commitment to leveraging digital technologies to strengthen India’s energy security and modernize oil and gas production processes.
Outlook:
With NETRA, ONGC continues to position itself at the forefront of digital innovation in the energy sector, signaling a broader shift toward intelligent, data-driven operations in the oil and gas industry.