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The Importance of On-Site Observations and Witnessing at Refineries

In our capacity as refinery planning and economics consultants , a pivotal facet of our initial assessment involves meticulous observations and active engagement in operations. This approach enables us to firsthand gather information on existing workflows, identify potential issues, and unearth opportunities for value creation. Engaging in discussions with frontline operators and witnessing operations allows us… read more →




Refinery Planning Best Practices

Refinery Planning Short and long-term planning is one of the most critical activities that a refinery undertakes; it is a multi-million decision-making process that involves feedstock selection, product slate, and refinery scheduling, which impacts the longevity and profitability of a refinery. While this process defines how a refinery should operate to achieve specific optimization objectives,… read more →




Beginner’s Guide to Consulting

So, what do consultants really do? This is a question I get asked all the time by friends, family, and during coffee chats. Well, the truth is, the term “consultant” covers a wide range of definitions. However, there are many skills and benefits that are common amongst all consultants which have been summarized in this… read more →




Feeling the Burnout?

Management consulting is an excellent stepping stone for career development as it exposes consultants to multiple industries and functions, while the steep learning curve pushes them to develop transferable skills such as problem-solving, leadership, and communication. However, the industry also comes with a reputation for its long hours and a challenging work-life balance. It is… read more →




How to Successfully Navigate the Case Interview

Interviews are always nerve racking.  With a strong desire to put your best foot forward, you can end up putting your foot in your mouth instead. Everyone has done it at one point or another, walking away thinking “wow, that was bad”. The case interview, a standard step in the hiring process of any consulting… read more →




The Growing Need for Engineers in Management Consulting

Long seen as the domain of professionals with finance and business backgrounds, management consulting is increasingly becoming reliant on people with other specialized skills.  As consulting services continue to widen the spectrum of industries and projects they service, demand for agility and the ability to quickly adapt and learn grows congruently.  Those who went to… read more →




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