BG Group - E&P IT – Windows 7 Refresh

To take advantage of the latest developments of software applications developments both generic and specialist geological systems (GIS), BG Group made the decision to move to the Windows 7 operating system across all aspects of their global organisation.

Specifically briefed to create a programme for the BG Upstream division, I assembled a team of technicians, application specialists and business stakeholders to ensure all applications were re-packaged and adequtely tested before the move. This waas an aspct of the portfolio of IT projects I was charged wth managing within the E&P division

Led the assessment and subsequent deployment of a new Desktop image specifically aimed at deploying Windows 7, Office 2010 and IE8 to the E&P user population

Formulated project plans, $3m budget profile, resource plans and created teams to implement build, carry out UAT and plan deployment

Managed the Desktop discovery process across the business, to evaluate the extent of UAT required

Successfully managed the change management process to enable a smooth transition for the user population

Managed all projects through the BG PDF (Project Delivery Framework) methodology

Successfully designed, initiated and managed a new UAT process for BG E&P application suite

Result

Successfully Implemented the Windows 7 refresh on time and to budget and to the delight of the E&P user population. This resulting in the phased uptake of application upgrades to service the E&P discovery process to greater effect.