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The IT advancements that are making energy operations safer today
Information technology has shifted from being a support area to becoming a central pillar of operations. On this IT Day, it is worth looking back and recognising how key technological advancements have transformed the energy industry. Below, we highlight the developments that have had the greatest impact on the evolution of energy operations.
Energy is increasingly produced and distributed through infrastructures of growing complexity. Today, the way we capture, process and interpret information determines how safe, efficient and sustainable sector activities can be. As a result, IT advancements have revolutionised the way energy infrastructure is monitored and managed, both in Argentina and around the world.
The 5 advancements making a difference today
1. Process automation
When we talk about automation, we are no longer referring to futuristic ideas; it is already part of everyday operations—especially in the energy sector. Thanks to software tools such as those developed by Uali, it is now possible to plan routes, optimise inspections and process information almost automatically.
This not only reduces workers’ exposure to operational risks or hard-to-reach areas, but also enables more standardised workflows, minimising the likelihood of failures and mitigating risks.
2. Intelligent image and data analysis
Data processing has taken a significant leap forward. Today, IT systems can review hundreds of images in a short time, identifying patterns and flagging potential anomalies, enhancing and amplifying the expert’s perspective.
3. Real-time digital traceability
The ability to automatically record every step of an operational process is one of the most transformative changes of recent years. Digital traceability allows teams to know what was inspected, when it took place and what the results were. This improves both safety and operational planning.
4. Cloud storage that accelerates collaboration
Previously, operational data often ended up stored across multiple devices in a fragmented way. Today, thanks to cloud technology, teams can access the same information from different locations, almost in real time. This enhances teamwork and ensures everyone operates with up-to-date information.
5. Data visualisation that makes the complex simple
IT has also advanced in how information is displayed. Dashboards, interactive maps, visual reports and thematic layers allow teams to understand, at a glance, what once required extensive technical interpretation.
When information becomes clear and accessible, operational safety improves—teams can take action faster and with more context.
A safer industry thanks to IT
These IT advancements have not only changed the way we work—they have changed the way we prevent. Today, many of the energy sector’s key decisions are based on information that is processed, digitalised and presented intelligently. That is why, on this IT Day, we celebrate not only the technology but also the people who make it possible.
At Uali, we accompany the energy evolution by combining robotics, IoT, and AI with the aim of providing valuable and timely information that favors decision-making in asset management, saving time, costs, and having a very positive impact on the environment. Get to know us!
David Choi
Tech Lead
