EP 57: EZ Ops and Detechtion

Get ready for a deep dive into field data capture with Brandon Ambrose, the mastermind behind EZ Ops, and Ruchita Rosario, data science whiz from Detechtion. They’re breaking down how they’re making life easier for the folks on the ground in oil and gas by bringing AI and smarter data to field operations. Instead of drowning in raw data, operators now have tools that actually make sense of it all, highlighting what matters most, cutting the clutter, and boosting efficiency. From the roots of EZ Ops in Western Canada to becoming a game-changer for blue-collar teams, Brandon and Ruchita share how they’re building a smarter, more connected future for oil and gas.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:14 - Detection and EZ Ops02:56 - How EZ Ops Started05:29 - Challenges of Field Data Capture08:26 - Achieving Consistent Field Data Capture13:18 - One Platform to Rule Them All18:01 - Reporting and Analytics20:10 - Advice for Entrepreneurs24:45 - Mobile First vs Web App First25:55 - What is a Progressive Web App28:35 - Original Tech Stack30:25 - Role of a Data Scientist34:35 - Snowflake and Sigma40:18 - AIML Applications for EZ Ops43:33 - Early Wins from Operator Optimization46:20 - EZ Ops Historical and Future Target Users53:00 - Gamification Strategies58:11 - Closing Remarks1:00:42 - Speed Round1:05:23 - Book and Podcast Recommendations1:09:04 - Where to Eat in Toronto1:10:55 - Finding Ruchi and Brandonhttps://twitter.com/collide_iohttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters