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Established in 1994, the Oilfield Breakfast Forum has emerged as one of the premiere thought-leadership events in Houston, attracting over 700 industry executives per event. Held three times a year,...
News/Features
GET YOUR EDGE ON!
Decision Strategies is sponsoring the February 14, 2012 Houston AMA Chapter one-day conference.
Oct 29, 2011
Unconventional Type Curves: Useful, or Sirens of Destruction?
Unconventional Type Curves: Useful, or Sirens of Destruction?
William J. Haskett presents technical paper at ATCE 2011
Thought Leadership Blog
The usual stage at which risk tolerance is applied is the development phase of a project. Companies are comfortable with the notion of failed exploration wells, but not failed developments. Stringent...
Posted by: Patrick Leach on 05/03/2011 03:14 PM
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Routine decisions – whether business or personal – are easy. We make them without a lot of thought. Kahneman and Klein identified four criteria to be met in order to make a decision by...
Posted by: Patrick Leach on 03/31/2011 12:06 PM
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In any situation where you need to make a critical decision, there is always some level of risk – whether you’re working on an internal reorganization or considering a multi-billion dollar...
Posted by: Paul Wicker on 07/07/2010 08:55 PM
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News
GET YOUR EDGE ON!
Decision Strategies is sponsoring the February 14, 2012 Houston AMA Chapter one-day conference.
Oct 29, 2011
Unconventional Type Curves: Useful, or Sirens of Destruction?
William J. Haskett presents technical paper at ATCE 2011
Aug 3, 2011
Decision Strategies Names CEO and COO
Decision Strategies, a Houston-based strategic management consulting firm, announced the appointment of Patrick Leach as chief executive officer and Steve Jacobs, chief operating officer.
Aug 2, 2011
Decision Strategies July 29, 2011 Oilfield Breakfast Forum
The July 29, 2011 Decision Strategies Oilfield Breakfast Forum had a fantastic attendance. This early morning event happens 3 times a year and brings over 700 of Houston's Oil & Gas Industry Professionals together to emerge in camaraderie, a “cup or two of Joe” and great discussions on current happenings in today’s Oil & Gas industry.
Apr 4, 2011
PESA 2011 Annual Conference
"How to Juggle the New Reality of Our Industry" - To better understand the issues facing our industry, PESA hosted an outstanding group of speakers to this year’s PESA Annual Meeting in Marana, Arizona.
Feb 4, 2011
Crossing the Technology Chasm: Managed Pressure Drilling by Steve Jacobs and John Donnelly
As exploration continues to focus on even more challenging environments (e.g., high pressures, high temperatures, deep water, and extended reach applications), the need for advanced technology to successfully exploit hydrocarbons will only escalate. Decision Strategies JPT have teamed up to examine these key upstream challenges, the potential technology solutions, and the reasons for a relatively low acceptance rate of some new technologies in the industry.
Jan 5, 2011
OTC attracts more than 60,000 Attendees!
Founded in 1969, the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is the world’s foremost event for the development of offshore resources in the fields of drilling, exploration, production, and environmental protection. Each year, OTC attracts more than 60,000 attendees and 2,000 exhibiting companies representing more than 110 countries.
Register Information: Visit http://www.otcnet.org/2011
Register Information: Visit http://www.otcnet.org/2011
Nov 14, 2010
Risk Management; Prevention vs. Inspection by Chris Reinsvold
Decision Strategies, Mr. Chris Reinsvold, CEO is proud to serve on the select panel at the 2010 PESA Manufacturing Conference. During the 2 hour event, attendees will be hear different perspectives by each of the panelists on their views and information on managing risks, effective leadership in crisis and building effective customer focused cultures.
Sep 1, 2010
Mr. Steve Jacobs will participate in the highly acclaimed Oil 101 program happening October 25-26, 2010
Mr. Steve Jacobs of Decision Strategies will participate in the upcoming PESA Oil 101 Training program, a comprehensive overview of Oil and Gas Production as a guest Speaker. The event is happening October 25-26, 2010 at the Norris Conference Center at Houston City Centre, 803 Town and Country Lane, Houston, Texas 77024. for more info: http://www.pesa.org/index.php/events/c/emerging-leaders-events/2010-fall-oil-101/
Jul 13, 2010
RMI is Now Operating Under the Decision Strategies Name
RMI, the Oil & Gas Industry’s premier marketing research firm, is pleased to announce it is now operating solely under the Decision Strategies name.
Jul 13, 2010
Decision Strategies Makes a “Mark” at ATCE 2010 Florence, Italy
Mr. Pat Leach, Mr. Bill Haskett & Mr. Jeff Brown of Decision Strategies have been selected to present a Technical Paper at the 2010 September SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition.
Jul 11, 2010
Are You Ready to Saddle Up for the Ride?
Head to Canada for the AAPG 2010 International Conference & Exhibition (ICE) 12-15 September in Calgary, where Mr. Caleb Bynum of Decision Strategies will be speaking on “Risk Analysis and Assessment”.
Jul 3, 2010
Decision Strategies Actively Participates and Supports the Houston Strategic Forum
Mr. Steve Anderson of Decisions Strategies is a long term fixture and proud Board Member of the Houston Strategic Forum. Steve joined the group back in 1994 when the organization was called, “Strategic Leadership Forum”.
Mar 25, 2010
The Oilfield Breakfast Forum Packed the House at the Westin Galleria on March 25, 2010
It took over 1200 cups of coffee...but for the 16th time, the Oilfield Breakfast forum filled the room at the Westin Galleria with Houston's Oil & Gas Industry Professionals that joined the forum to indulge in good coffee, great breakfast, & TOP-NOTCH presentations:
May 13, 2009
Junior Achievements Plans to Meet Objectives Despite Recession and Uncertain Times
Strategic decision analysis provides path for junior achievement growth in uncertain times.
Feb 7, 2009
David Skinner Elected to Junior Achievement Board of Directors
David Skinner, CEO of Decision Strategies, has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas’ (JASET).
Jun 7, 2008
Decision Strategies Acquires RMI, an Oil & Gas Industry Market Consulting Firm
Decision Strategies, a leading decision-focused management consulting firm, today announced the acquisition of RMI, a strategic market assessment and analysis consulting firm to the oil and gas industry. RMI is also based in Houston, Texas.
May 7, 2008
Decision Strategies Announces Intent to Acquire RMI, an Oil & Gas Industry Market Consulting Firm
Decision Strategies, a leading decision-focused management consulting firm, today announced the acquisition of RMI, a strategic market assessment and analysis consulting firm to the oil and gas industry. RMI is also based in Houston, Texas.
Nov 7, 2007
Decision Strategies Targets Oil & Gas, Chemicals, and Related Markets
Decision Strategies announced that it will continue with its decision methodology but will shift its market focus to primarily the Oil and Gas, Chemicals and related industries. This move is a strategic shift away from its Life Sciences’ roots since its Oil & Gas clients account for more than 75% of the company’s business.
Sep 7, 2006
Decision Strategies Consultant Publishes Executive's Guide to Managing Risk and Making Better Decisions
Patrick Leach, Senior Consultant at Decision Strategies, announced today that his book, "Why Can't You Just Give Me the Number?
