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What’s So Smart About Artificial Intelligence?

Permian Basin Oil and Gas Magazine

Embrace the Change Another AI benefit lies in its ability to document changes in equipment operations over time. One industry question revolves around whether equipment is running “as designed and built, or as operated?” Then GenAI can evaluate that and, if needed, send someone to the site for repairs or adjustments.

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3 reasons for construction optimism and 2 causes for concern

SmartBrief

Another system, CAT Grade, uses geo-fencing to enforce safe operating boundaries, such as preventing excavation near buried utilities or overhead power lines. Enjoyed this article? Many of those openings will likely stem from the need to replace retiring workers. On average, employees in the industry earn $89,700 annually.