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Energy Innovation meets Industrial Technology: There is finally a podcast that balances technical depth with real-world applicability for field teams, operations groups, and senior leaders who want to see a real return on technology , IiOT, and AI Investments

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    PHMSA Control Room Management Series - Part V: Adequate Information and Tools - Ep 063

    In Episode 5 of the Energy Tech Podcast Control Room Management (CRM) mini-series, Mike Flores and Daniel Nieto (VP of Regulatory & Compliance at OpSite Energy) break down one of the most overlooked requirements in PHMSA Control Room Management regulations — providing controllers with adequate information and tools. Many operators assume this requirement only refers to SCADA screens, but the reality is much broader. Adequate information includes HMI displays, procedures, safety-related points, alarm identification, maps, contact lists, and operational tools that controllers rely on to safely operate a pipeline. In this episode we discuss: • What adequate information and tools means under 49 CFR 192 & 195 Control Room Management rules • How auditors evaluate Section C compliance during inspections • Why safety-related points must be clearly identified in SCADA and procedures • Common gaps operators face (outdated procedures, missing valve visibility, information overload) • Real-world audit scenarios where missing data becomes a contributing factor to incidents • Practical steps control room leaders can take to improve compliance and operational safety Daniel also shares lessons learned from dozens of PHMSA CRM audits, explaining what inspectors typically look for during control room observations. If you manage or work in a pipeline control room, SCADA environment, or regulatory compliance role, this episode will help you better understand how to ensure controllers have the tools they need to safely operate pipeline systems. This episode is part of the Energy Tech Podcast CRM Mini-Series, presented by OpSite Energy from the OpSite Energy Control Center in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. 📩 Have a control room scenario or question? Drop it in the comments or contact us at info@opsiteenergy.com 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share with another control room operator or compliance professional. 00:00 – Introduction to CRM Episode 5 00:55 – What “Adequate Information & Tools” Means in Control Rooms 02:15 – PHMSA CRM Regulatory Context (49 CFR 192 & 195) 04:30 – Why Adequate Information Is Critical for Pipeline Safety 06:30 – The Three Pillars of Adequate Information 09:00 – Understanding Safety-Related Points in SCADA 12:00 – Real-World Examples from Control Room Audits 15:15 – Leak Detection and Data Reliability 18:00 – What Inspectors Look for During CRM Inspections 21:10 – Real Scenario: Missing Valve Status on SCADA 25:10 – Contributing Factors vs Human Error 28:10 – Common Control Room Gaps Operators Face 31:30 – Information Overload in SCADA Displays 34:00 – Implementation Framework for Operators 37:20 – Mapping Controller Tasks and Tools 40:00 – Documenting Safety Related Points 42:10 – Misconceptions About CRM Compliance 44:30 – Does Adequate Information Look the Same for Everyone? 47:00 – Backup Control Rooms and System Differences 49:30 – Top 3 Action Items for Control Room Leaders 52:00 – Episode Summary 53:20 – Preview of Episode 6 (SCADA & HMI Displays)

    40 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Industrial SASE Explained: The Future of OT Data & Security | William Behn (Neeve) - Ep 067

    In this episode of the Energy Tech Podcast, recorded live at ENTELEC 2026, we sit down with William Behn from Neeve to break down one of the most important shifts happening in industrial tech: 👉 The collapse of the traditional OT architecture — and the rise of Industrial SASE. As IT/OT convergence accelerates, legacy models like Purdue are being challenged by modern needs for data mobility, security, and scalability. We dive into: Why 30 years of OT architecture is being torn down The reality of IT vs OT convergence (it’s cultural, not technical) What Industrial SASE actually means for oil & gas and manufacturing How to eliminate network sprawl (VPNs, jump boxes, unmanaged switches) The role of Unified Namespace (UNS) + MQTT Why data needs to move freely — but securely How edge computing + zero trust are reshaping industrial systems The impact of AI agents on OT infrastructure This is a must-watch for leaders trying to modernize operations without compromising security. 🎧 If you're building the future of control rooms, SCADA, or industrial data platforms — this episode will change how you think. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Live from ENTELEC 2026 00:40 – Meet William Behn (Neeve) 01:30 – First Impressions of ENTELEC 02:30 – The “Cyber Problem, No Solutions” Reality 04:00 – Why Cybersecurity Feels Like “Vanilla Advice” 05:30 – IT vs OT Convergence: What’s Really Happening 06:30 – Cultural Shift Between IT and OT 07:30 – The Pilot Analogy (C5 vs F16) Explained 09:00 – OT = Availability, IT = Security 10:30 – The Problem with IT Tools in OT 11:30 – The End of OT “Sprawl” Architecture 12:30 – Why Purdue Model Is Losing Its Grip 13:30 – Introduction to Industrial SASE 15:00 – How Enterprise IT Solved This 15 Years Ago 16:00 – Bringing SASE to OT 17:00 – UNS + SASE: How They Work Together 18:00 – Data Flow: Edge → Broker → Business 19:00 – Multi-Cloud, Security & Flexibility 20:30 – Containerization & Edge Compute 21:30 – Zero Trust (Including AI Agents) 22:30 – Future-Proofing Industrial Systems 24:00 – The “Tearing Down 30 Years” Moment 25:00 – Outro & Final Thoughts Presented by Opsite Energy: www.opsitenergy.com Music: Uygar Duzgun / “Fast Life” courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

    26 min

  3. 16 APR

    ICS & SCADA Cybersecurity Reality: Why OT Systems Are Still Insecure | Dale Peterson - Ep 066

    In this episode of the Energy Tech Podcast, recorded live at ENTELEC 2026, we sit down with Dale Peterson, founder of S4 Events and one of the pioneers in ICS and SCADA cybersecurity. With over 25 years in industrial cybersecurity, Dale breaks down a hard truth: 👉 Most OT systems are still insecure by design. We dive into: Why 80%+ of industrial systems remain vulnerable The concept of “insecure by design” protocols Why OT cybersecurity progress has been so slow The real meaning of risk vs cyber hygiene How to think about AI, cloud, and security in OT environments Why “doing everything” in cybersecurity often does nothing How to prioritize real risk reduction over checklists This conversation challenges conventional thinking and gives operators, engineers, and leaders a practical framework for securing industrial environments. 🎧 If you're responsible for SCADA, OT, or critical infrastructure — this is a must-watch. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Live from ENTELEC 2026 00:40 – Meet Dale Peterson (S4 Events) 01:10 – How Dale Got Into ICS Cybersecurity (By Accident) 02:00 – The Origin of S4 Events & Building the ICS Security Community 03:00 – The “Cyber Poor” Problem in OT 04:00 – Why OT Cybersecurity Still Lags Behind 05:20 – “Insecure by Design” Systems Explained 06:30 – Why Nothing Has Changed (Yet) 07:00 – What Will Finally Drive Change in OT Security 08:30 – Keynote Breakdown: Connect, Consider, Consequence 09:00 – AI & Connectivity: New Risks Emerging 09:30 – Why Security Leaders Must PRIORITIZE (Not Do Everything) 10:00 – Rethinking Risk: Reducing Consequences vs Preventing Attacks 11:00 – Why CISOs Can’t Just Say “No” Anymore 12:00 – The Reality of Limited Resources in OT 13:00 – Why “Cyber Hygiene” Doesn’t Always Reduce Risk 14:00 – What Actually Moves the Risk Needle 15:30 – Purdue Model vs Unified Namespace Debate 17:00 – AI in OT: Security vs Value 18:30 – Protecting Data in the Age of AI 20:00 – Real-World Example: Remote Control Risks in OT 21:30 – Risk Management vs Blind Trust 23:00 – Where to Find Dale & Closing Thoughts Presented by Opsite Energy: www.opsitenergy.com Music: Uygar Duzgun / “Fast Life” courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

    25 min

  4. 13 APR

    AI in Industrial Operations: Why You’re NOT Ready Yet | Lindi Sabloff at ENTELEC 2026 - Ep065

    In this episode of the Energy Tech Podcast, recorded live at ENTELEC 2026 in Galveston, we sit down with Lindi Sabloff, Founder & CEO, to discuss the reality of AI adoption in industrial sectors like oil & gas and manufacturing. While AI dominates headlines, Lindi breaks down a critical truth: most industrial companies are not ready for AI yet. We dive deep into: Why data quality and infrastructure must come before AI The importance of edge computing vs cloud-first strategies How to empower OT teams instead of replacing them The real challenges of digital transformation in brownfield environments Why people—not technology—are the hardest part of transformation This conversation is a must-watch for operators, engineers, and executives navigating the intersection of AI, SCADA, and industrial data strategy. 👉 If you're responsible for operations, automation, or digital transformation — this episode will challenge how you think about AI readiness. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to build the foundation before chasing AI hype. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Live from ENTELEC 2026 00:40 – Meet Lindi Sabloff: From Wall Street to Industrial Tech 02:30 – The “Aha Moment” That Changed Everything 04:30 – Why Technology Must Fit People (Not the Other Way Around) 05:30 – The Truth About AI Replacing Jobs 06:30 – OT Workforce Challenges & Attrition 07:30 – Why Industrial Companies Aren’t Ready for AI 08:30 – Data Quality: The Biggest Problem in the Industry 10:00 – Edge vs Cloud: Where AI Should Actually Live 11:00 – The “6 Week AI” Myth (And Why It’s Wrong) 12:30 – Data Lineage & Semantic Layers Explained 14:00 – M&A, Data Standardization, and Scaling Operations 15:00 – The People Problem in Digital Transformation 17:00 – Brownfield Reality: Why You Can’t “Rip & Replace” 19:00 – Real-Time vs Time-Series Data Strategy 21:00 – Leadership, Mindset, and Building Technology Companies 23:00 – Marrying Business Outcomes with Technology 25:00 – How Lindi’s Company Delivers Value to OT Teams 27:00 – Remote Operations, Fleet Updates & Cost Savings 29:00 – Cybersecurity, Patch Management & OT Control 30:30 – Edge Devices, Security Risks, and Future-Proofing 31:30 – AI in the Next 1–2 Years: What Happens Next 32:15 – Outro & Final Thoughts Presented by Opsite Energy: www.opsitenergy.com Music: Uygar Duzgun / “Fast Life” courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

    33 min

  5. 31 MAR

    Ignition Pump-Off Control (IPOC) Explained - AI, SCADA & Oilfield Optimization w/ Avadine Ep 064

    In this episode of the Energy Tech Podcast, we sit down with Avadine to explore Ignition-native Pump-Off Control (IPO) — a modern approach to well optimization built on the Ignition SCADA platform. We dive into how IPO is transforming traditional pump-off control systems by eliminating data silos, reducing costs, and enabling real-time optimization across thousands of wells. This episode also explores how AI is being applied to dynamometer card analysis, helping operators identify issues, improve production, and reduce LOE without relying on expensive legacy systems. From field operations to enterprise data strategies, this conversation highlights what it really means to be AI-ready in oil & gas. Key Topics Covered: Ignition-based pump-off control (IPO) Replacing legacy SCADA and paywall systems AI-driven dynamometer card analysis Data ownership, UNS, and AI readiness Remote well control and optimization Reducing LOE and improving production efficiency If you're a production engineer, SCADA developer, or operations leader — this is a must-watch. 👉 Learn how to modernize your well optimization strategy 👉 Subscribe for more SCADA, OT, and control room insights 00:00 – Introduction & Guest Overview 01:30 – What is Avdine & IPO? 04:30 – From Field Operator to SCADA Architect 07:00 – Why Legacy SCADA Systems Are Failing 10:00 – The Pump-Off Control Problem in Oil & Gas 12:00 – Why IPO is Built on Ignition 14:00 – Breaking Data Silos in Well Optimization 16:00 – Legacy Platforms vs Modern SCADA 18:00 – IPO Demo Overview 24:00 – Protocols: Modbus, OPC, MQTT Explained 27:30 – Real-Time Well Monitoring & Control 29:30 – Dynamometer Cards in Ignition 32:00 – AI for Card Analysis & Optimization 35:00 – AI Recommendations in Action 38:00 – AI in Oil & Gas: Hype vs Reality 40:00 – Data Architecture: UDTs, JSON & AI Readiness 43:00 – Zero-ETL & Enterprise Integration 45:00 – Remote Control, Setpoints & Configuration 47:00 – Disaster Recovery & Configuration Tracking 49:00 – AI for Production Optimization 50:30 – Reducing LOE & Increasing Runtime 52:00 – How to Get Started (Pilot Strategy) 54:30 – Final Thoughts & Call to Action

    59 min

  6. 16 MAR

    PHMSA Control Room Management Series - Part IV: Authority to Supersede Explained Ep 06X

    In Episode 4 of the Energy Tech Podcast Control Room Management (CRM) mini-series, Mike Flores and Daniel Nieto (VP Regulatory & Compliance at OpSite Energy) break down one of the most misunderstood topics in pipeline operations: Authority to Supersede. Can a manager override a pipeline controller during an abnormal event? What does the PHMSA Control Room Management rule (49 CFR 192.631 & 195.446) actually require? And how should operators structure procedures to remain compliant during audits? In this episode we explain the regulatory intent behind superseding, common misconceptions, and how pipeline operators should document and train controllers so they can safely maintain operational authority during abnormal or emergency conditions. If you operate, manage, or audit a pipeline control room, this episode walks through real-world scenarios, compliance expectations, and cultural practices that inspectors look for during CRM audits. Topics covered include: • PHMSA CRM authority requirements (192.631 & 195.446) • Why non-qualified personnel cannot override controllers • Typical superseding scenarios in control rooms • Procedures pipeline operators should implement • How inspectors evaluate CRM compliance • Lessons learned and operational culture in pipeline control rooms This discussion is part of the Energy Tech Podcast CRM Mini-Series, where we break down the practical side of pipeline control room compliance and operations. 📍 Recorded at the OpSite Energy Control Center in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania 00:00 Introduction to the CRM Mini-Series 00:45 Why Control Room Operators Have Technical Authority 02:10 PHMSA CRM Rule Overview (192.631 & 195.446) 04:10 Qualified Controllers vs Non-Qualified Personnel 06:30 What “Authority to Supersede” Actually Means 09:10 Real-World Control Room Scenario (Manager Override Example) 13:20 Why Superseding Creates Safety Risks 16:00 Required Procedures for CRM Compliance 19:30 Four-Step Framework for Control Room Authority 23:10 Common Misconceptions About Superseding 26:20 What Happens if the Controller Is Wrong? 29:00 How PHMSA Inspectors Test CRM Compliance 32:30 Culture vs Documentation in Control Room Management 35:10 Three Action Items for Control Room Operators 37:10 Key Takeaways on Authority to Supersede

    39 min

  7. 9 MAR

    ENTELEC 2026 Preview: Industrial Networks, Private 5G & OT Security - Ep 062

    The Energy Tech Podcast will be live at ENTELEC 2026 in Galveston, Texas at the Galveston Island Convention Center from April 6–9 — and in this episode we break down what to expect from one of the most important conferences in industrial networking, SCADA, and operational technology (OT). Hosted by Jeff Perry and Mike Flores from OpSite Energy, this episode previews the major technical themes expected at the conference, including: - Private LTE & Private 5G networks - Industrial wireless infrastructure - Edge computing and AI at the industrial edge - Unified Namespace (UNS) and MQTT - OT cybersecurity and secure remote access - Industrial IoT sensors and field automation - Digital twins and modern SCADA architectures We also explain how Energy Tech Podcast will be recording live interviews at ENTELEC, inviting vendors, operators, and technology leaders to join us for 15–30 minute podcast segments directly from the conference floor. If you’re attending ENTELEC, stop by and share your insights from the conference. 📍 Event: ENTELEC 2026 📍 Location: Galveston Island Convention Center 📅 Dates: April 6–9, 2026 Topics covered throughout the week will include: - Industrial private networking architecture - OT security frameworks and remote access - Edge AI and field automation - Industrial data platforms and digital transformation - SCADA modernization - Industrial IoT deployments in energy and critical infrastructure 🎙️ The Energy Tech Podcast, presented by OpSite Energy, explores the technologies shaping the future of industrial operations, automation, and energy infrastructure. If you’re attending ENTELEC and want to join the podcast, we’ll be recording episodes throughout the conference.

    21 min

  8. 2 MAR

    PHMSA Control Room Management Series - Part III : Shift Change & Handover Process - Ep 061

    Welcome to Episode 3 of the Energy Tech Podcast’s Control Room Management (CRM) mini-series. Mike Flores and Daniel Nieto (Regulatory Compliance, OpSite Energy) cover what they call the lynchpin of control room management: shift change and handover. If information gets lost during turnover, pipeline safety suffers. In this episode, we break down how to build a formal handover procedure (guided by API Recommended Practice 1168) that protects operational continuity—whether you’re a PHMSA-regulated pipeline control room or a production/PSM control room applying best practices. You’ll learn what auditors expect to see: console coverage, shift overlap, clear accountability, and documentation that shows what was reviewed—especially during unscheduled handovers (breaks, training, drug tests, or fit-for-duty changes). We also cover why shift change must pause when urgent actions/commands hit the console so nothing gets “half-transferred.” 00:00 – Episode 3 intro: shift change & handover 00:24 – Why handover is the lynchpin of CRM 01:07 – Episode overview + API RP 1168 industry guidance 02:04 – Value even for non-regulated control rooms 02:53 – Audit reality: human factor + preventing lost info 03:44 – Console coverage & shift overlap: what auditors expect 04:18 – Shift change procedure: accountability + no interruptions 04:58 – Pause handover when an urgent action/command occurs 05:21 – Shift change triggers beyond “end of shift” 05:33 – Unplanned triggers: breaks, training, drug tests, deviations 06:35 – Why overlap time exists + where the briefing happens (at console) 07:48 – Accountability documentation: what auditors actually check 08:19 – Audit focus: procedure-driven content, time, and reviewed material 09:11 – What must be covered: AOCCs, maintenance, alarms, equipment status 09:40 – Top handover categories: unresolved events, comms issues, procedural changes 10:31 – Unattended console: short breaks and temporary step-away rules 11:24 – Fit-for-duty/unplanned transfers: sick, emergency, no-show scenarios 13:22 – Do not hand over mid-command: verify actions are complete 14:35 – Compliance checklist recap: must-have handover elements 16:40 – Common audit failures: wrong personnel, missing pending events 18:55 – Actionable takeaways: formalize logs, drill unscheduled, check the list 19:45 – Auditors want proof, not “checkboxes” 20:44 – Audit trail: triggers, logins/logouts, timestamps 21:14 – Closeout + Episode 4 preview (adequate information / Section C) ✅ Next up (Episode 4): Fatigue Mitigation Presented by Opsite Energy: www.opsitenergy.com Music: Uygar Duzgun / “Fast Life” courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

    23 min
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Energy Innovation meets Industrial Technology: There is finally a podcast that balances technical depth with real-world applicability for field teams, operations groups, and senior leaders who want to see a real return on technology , IiOT, and AI Investments

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    Opsite Energy
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    2025 - 2026
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