Case Study: CGG achieves secure, responsive seismic data management with Microsoft Azure

CGG delivers responsive, secure, and cost-efficient seismic data management services in the cloud

CGG, a global geoscience company serving the oil and gas industry, faced challenges with its costly and complex on-premises data management infrastructure. To better position its services in a fluctuating market, CGG sought a more effective approach than buying hardware and explored cloud options to support its worldwide operations and data storage needs. They chose Microsoft Azure for its global reach.

By implementing a solution using Microsoft Azure IaaS, Azure StorSimple, and Azure Virtual Network, CGG created a new cloud-based data management model. The results included substantial cost savings, such as avoiding a $45,000 hardware purchase, and a shift from capital to operational expenses for more predictable budgeting. The vendor's solution also enhanced service flexibility, provided built-in disaster recovery, and allowed CGG's IT team to focus on higher-value development work for its clients.

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Geoffrey Rile

IT Operations & Support Manager, EMEA/APAC Regions