Strategic Priority:
A multi-basin operator faced rising costs, inconsistent field execution, and fractured communication across drilling teams in Oklahoma, North Dakota, and Utah. Leadership needed consistency, speed, and innovation across a $450M capital program.

Our Approach:
Wayfinder Energy led a full-spectrum drilling transformation:

• Implemented clear execution standards and field-office alignment

• Introduced a first-of-its-kind 5.5” longstring design in ND, saving $500K/well

• Developed predictive AI tools to optimize planning and budgeting

• Set a state record for fastest 10 wells drilled, reducing cycle time by 21%

Impact:
Over $12MM in cost savings per rig line and a performance culture that improved safety and execution at scale.