Transition from Generic to Bespoke Solutions
The evolution of supply chain management from traditional methods to the first digital platforms in the early 2000’s marked a significant shift, yet these early digital solutions were encumbered by one-size-fits-all models, failing to serve any particular industry comprehensively. Initially built on outdated infrastructures such as on-prem, single-server setups with SQL databases and monolithic codebases, these platforms were slow to adapt and costly to customise.
Identifying a Problem & Solution in the Market
Streamba identified the shortcomings of generic solutions, particularly in the intricate oil & gas sector. Starting in the 2010’s, capitalising on emerging cloud-native infrastructures and API-based microservice architectures, Streamba’s visionary strategy honed in on oil & gas—an industry rife with unique challenges such as a specialised lexicon, complex regulatory environments, and complicated global supply chains demanding high specificity. The reliance on unstructured data sources, like spreadsheets exchanged via email, further exemplified the need for specialised solutions.
To address these challenges Streamba combines technology with deep domain expertise through:
- Developing a specialised data model: Unlike competitors who employed generic data models, Streamba designed a model imbued with deep industrial context, allowing for intricate understanding and scalability.
- Integrating unstructured data: Streamba devised workflows to ingest unstructured vendor data efficiently, a task that many generic platforms find challenging.
- Automating API generation: This process enables operators to maintain flexibility in their data ecosystems and integrate effortlessly with various digital systems.
- Optimising performance and cost-efficiency: Employing bespoke combinations of database and caching technologies, Streamba ensured optimal performance while minimising cloud expenses.
- Enhancing user experience: Through five years of UX refinement focused on the actual workflows of oil & gas operators, Streamba ensured the platform was not only powerful but also intuitive.
The Road Ahead
Looking to the future, Streamba is continuously innovating; refining these technologies to further automate intricate business processes, further developing technologies that assist operators in real-time. This forward-thinking innovation emphasises Streamba’s commitment to not just participating in the market but leading it through technological differentiation.
Conclusion
As Streamba continues to refine and expand its technological offerings, it distinguishes itself in a marketplace saturated with generic solutions. Its focused approach on oil & gas, combined with cutting-edge technological advancements, positions Streamba as a frontrunner in specialised supply chain management solutions.