10 Best Practices to Request and Exploit Lifecycle OTS
Author(s)
José María Ferrer
Magazine
2017. Inprocess’ White Paper, December, pages: 1-15
Abstract/Summary
Operator Training Simulators (OTS) have become an integral element in the Operator Competency Development Programs of the process industry. The dynamic simulation technology has evolved from the early days, incorporating new training functionalities and communication capabilities. On the other hand, modern Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS) include independent soft-controller tools to allow an exhaustive check-out of the ICSS and the OTS development. This has enabled flexible and customizable OTS architectures, which significantly reduce the development costs and maximizes the value of the OTS investment. The main focus of this article is to provide recommendations and advice to Operating Companies (OpCo) and Engineering Procurement & Construction (EPC) Companies when they embark on a tender process to procure an OTS.
