Is it time to invest in technical writing for your organization? There’s no doubt technical writing will give you a major return on your investment, but how will it mean more money for your business? Well, technical writing can reduce the time your employees spend looking for information, cut down on unnecessary work, increase customer…
If you’re thinking about starting a US offshore wind farm, it’s important to know about the potential problems, pitfalls, and bottlenecks you could run into at every stage of the process. The entire development of an offshore wind farm can take an astounding 10 years, and these bottlenecks could result in major delays, potentially adding…
Developing an offshore wind (OSW) farm does not happen overnight; in fact, it can take several years to just get started. But what components do you need to create an operating OSW farm in the United States? We’ll go through the written support structures behind three different stages—planning, construction, and operations—that help evolve an…
We will once again be attending this year’s Offshore Technology Conference! Stop by Booth #3312 to say hi to Evalyn Shea and Daryl Brister during #OTC2022. This year the OTC is happening from May 2 to May 5 at NRG Park in Houston, Texas. Last year we had an great time and made a…
As you start project planning, you may be thinking, “We’ll just hire a technical writer later if we find we need one. Abigail in marketing or Ryan in project management can tackle it for now.” Many businesses that take this route are trying to cut costs and hoping to get the work done with their…
If you’re planning a new facility construction in the oil and gas, renewable, or construction industries, it’s time to think about your Operations and Maintenance Procedures. Do you know what you need to include in them? Get ready for the rundown on the basics, so you can be sure you check all the boxes when…
Are you responsible for writing an environmental report for an upcoming project? It’s essential to get this work done right the first time, or you could face rising costs, project delays, and more. We’ll cover what environmental reports are, why they are so important, and what paths you can take to keep costs down and…
No matter your industry, you’re going to need documentation to get your project off the ground. That includes the renewable energy sector. Much of this documentation is actually required by government agencies, including the BOEM. Here’s what you need to know about the BOEM, what can happen if you don’t have the necessary documentation, and…
The PIPES Act 2020 was signed into law on December 27th, 2020. Deadlines, specifically for Section 114, are coming up on December 27th, 2021. Pipeline operators need to have their documentation ready to go soon to ensure they’re ready for this upcoming date. Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know about the…
Is it time to strengthen your document control system? A document control professional can bring a wealth of benefits to a business by improving productivity, increasing profitability, and even streamlining access to crucial safety information—and professional training can help you fully unlock those benefits. Here’s a rundown of document control: what it is, why it’s…