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ERP Data Conversions for the Oil & Gas Industry

Jordan Driskell
May 11, 2021

Let’s face it: oil and gas accounting can be complex.

The right ERP solution can save you a lot of time and money by minimizing errors, streamlining processes, and giving you the reports you need to make solid decisions for your business.

But what happens when you outgrow your current software? Managing an ERP data conversion takes extensive knowledge of both industry software platforms and oil and gas accounting.

One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is determining how much data should be converted. The two main types of conversion are Full Detail and Master File. This video explains the differences between them both, as well as why one might make more sense for your business.

ERP data conversions for the oil and gas industry are a tricky job riddled with pitfalls and potential problems. But it is also a necessary job. Clients need their data migrated, and no one is going to sit down and manually enter in months or years of historical data. There is a sense of satisfaction that comes from completing a difficult and complex job with precision and expertise.

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This white paper details the challenges to, and solutions for, a seamless ERP data conversion. Find this and other informative white papers here on our site.

Jordan Driskell
Vice President of Sales & Marketing

Jordan comes to PetroLedger having spent six years at WolfePak Software. As their former Director of Professional Services, he administered several teams and oversaw conversions, training, and implementation, as well as handling service sales, navigating mergers and acquisitions, and managed other operations-related responsibilities. Prior to that, he served as the Controller for Tigé Boats, worked in Legal for Blue Cross Blue Shield, and is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.

jdriskell@petro-ledger.com

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