The application of digital technology to oil and natural gas fields began with the spread of big data analysis and the Internet of Things（IoT）, followed by advances in robotics, drones, AI, and efforts have been made to integrate digital technology to achieve efficient and safe operations. At JOGMEC, the Digital Transformation Group was established in FY2019 to explore the applicability of digital technology in each stage of E&P activities such as exploration, development, and production operations.
Abe et al. (Mon,) studied this question.