Digital Energy Disaster Recovery Third Workshop

Purpose:          
The purpose of this Working Group is to develop “Best Practices” as a result of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Key members of the industry will come together to share case studies, discuss challenges and develop strategic tactics moving forward into the next hurricane season.


Expectations:    
Attendees of this study group are to bring ideas, thoughts and topics to initialize conversations around hurricane preparedness. During this time the group will discuss those tactics that were successful in surviving a hurricane, as well as those that were not. Information including the amount of dollars lost during downtime; technology failures, success with testing business continuity plans, etc. will be explored to determine solutions moving forward.

Goals:              
SPE Digital Energy Study Group sponsored report on ER with inputs from all the industry players. Develop an abstract to submit for OTC 2007, by Sept 15, reflecting the findings and results of these meetings. Validate the findings and publish to circulate among the industry.Present the results during a breakout session at the next Digital Energy conference in 2007.