PODS Educational Series
Pipeline Open Data Standard
As a founding member of the PODS Association, New Century Software has been involved in the design, strategy, and implementation of every PODS released data model since the groups inception. We are firm believers that a standard industry data model is in the best of interest of both pipeline operators and vendors.
The goal for this series is to share the knowledge and expertise we’ve gained through years of PODS Association leadership, application development, and service delivery. These learning resources are based on our own thoughts and opinions, this site is not a PODS endorsed service. We hope to help you evaluate the benefits of the model and understand how PODS can be best used within your organization.
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Introduction to PODS
This is a great starting point for those who are unfamiliar with the PODS data model or are new to the pipeline industry. The video gives an overview of the Association’s objectives and structure, and then reviews the data model itself. |
5:54 |
Line Table in PODS
The Line Table represents a single pipeline as defined by the operator. This overview discusses the line’s relationship to the PODS Core Tables, methods for defining the line classification, and changes to the Line Table coming in PODS 5.0. |
4:48 |
A Comparison of In-Line and Off-Line Histories in PODS
There are two different ways that historical data can be tracked in PODS: In-Line Histories and Off-Line Histories. The video compares these two methods and offers our recommendations for implementing PODS Audit history. |
5:15 |
PODS for Offshore Operators
Offshore pipeline operators are increasingly looking towards the PODS data model as a solution for maintaining their assets. This video relates the experience we’ve gained from implementing the model with a major offshore operator in the Gulf of Mexico. |
8:52 |
PODS ER Diagram Overview
Take a quick tour of the tables in the PODS 5.0 ER (Entity Relationship) Diagram. The video also touches on some of the key considerations in the model such as domain values, line hierarchy, stationing, and route definition. |
5:12 |
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Planning a Successful PODS Migration for 2011 – Part 1
The first installment of our PODS Migration webinar series provides an overview of key concepts in the PODS model, implementation options, considerations when moving from other models, such as APDM, and lessons we’ve learned on past projects.
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39:09 |
Planning a Successful PODS Migration for 2011 – Part 2
In the second webinar of PODS Migration series, New Century discussed the resource commitments a company will need to take into consideration when making the decision to upgrade to PODS. Items examined included staffing for conversion and maintenance, IT infrastructure, and user applications. |
47:00 |
For information on becoming a member of the PODS Association, visit www.pods.org or email Janet Sinclair, Executive Director of PODS, at janet.sinclair@pods.org.
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