Bibliometric Analysis on Quality Management in the Oil Sector

The oil sector represents approximately five percent of the global economy. Approximately 33% of the world's energy consumption is derived from oil. Given that oil is a globally traded commodity, its processing must adhere to internationally recognized quality standards. The overarching objective of this research was to ascertain, through a bibliometric analysis of the field of quality management in the oil sector, the state of scientific research published during the period from 2000 to 2020. A total of 59 documents were obtained through an equation defined in the Scopus database and subsequently reviewed. The research demonstrates the quantity and structure of the indicators. The study defined six research groups and four periods within the specified time frame. An evolution in the processes was identified, encompassing both technical and administrative areas and integrating the supply and production chain. The offshore and onshore operational areas were identified as a prominent focus, encompassing maintenance and process control in the construction of wells, surface facilities, and production. Additionally, the refining phases and environmental impact were considered. The necessity for incorporating the commercialization and transportation phase, as well as the exploratory phase, was also discerned. Notably, there was a dearth of research elites on the subject, which presents an opportunity to explore avenues in other areas of the industry and beyond.