IADC DEC Tech Forum - "Is Drilling Engineering Evolving? How is AI Enabling?”

Meeting & Venue Details

All times listed are central (08:30 Houston / 14:30 UK / 17:30 Dubai).

Start DateMarch 26, 2026Start Time8:30 am
End DateMarch 26, 2026End Time12:30 pm
Address2202 Oil Center Ct, Houston, Texas, 77073

Special thanks to our event host Wild Well Control!

Hybrid Event: The event will be both in-person and virtual/online.

The in-person event will be held at The venue is Wild Well Control, 2202 Oil Center Ct, Houston, 77073.

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION

The Zoom invitation will be emailed to all registered virtual participants the day before the meeting. Please note that the email containing the Zoom access information may be filtered into your spam or junk folder, so be sure to check there if you do not see it in your inbox. If you have not received your Zoom link by 3:00 p.m. CST on the 25th, please contact committee.support@iadc.org for assistance.

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What emerging processes and technologies — such as Generative AI — are redefining well value? Drilling engineers are pivotal in well construction, influencing design, delivery and interventions through established workflows and decision-making frameworks. Increasing connectivity across stakeholders — from subsurface to abandonment — has introduced advanced tools that impact the entire well lifecycle.

 

The IADC Drilling Engineers Committee (DEC) will hold its Q1 Technology Forum on the morning of Thursday, 26 March. The forum will examine the development and application of next-generation drilling tools, workflows and processes, and how they integrate human expertise. Topics include well design, operational reporting, preventive maintenance, KPI-driven performance tracking and continuous improvement strategies. We welcome abstracts that explore whether Generative AI enhances efficiency by automating routine tasks, enabling employees to focus on higher-value work. Does AI truly transform data capture, job roles and operational reporting?

 

Deadline for submission is Friday, 6 February.

SUBMIT AN ABSTRACT
For more information, contact Linda Hsieh, linda.hsieh@iadc.org, +1-713-292-1945, ext 219.

IADC Drilling Engineers Committee Mission

The Drilling Engineers Committee was formed to advance new technology related to drilling wells.

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