Curve-to-Lateral Drilling Acceleration saves ~2.75 Days and ~$300,000 per Well

Improving Drilling Performance with Integrated Geoscience and Analytics

Zone placement decisions often overlook formation-level variability that can impact ROP, MSE, and drilling dysfunction. A Canadian operator partnered with Corva to better integrate geoscience and drilling analytics, enabling more proactive decisions and consistent drilling performance from curve to lateral.

Using Corva’s Target Formation Roadmap and GeoVisualization apps, the team connected subsurface geology with real-time drilling behavior.

Key Results & Value Delivered

By integrating geoscience insights directly into drilling workflows, Corva enabled the operator to deliver faster, more consistent wells with measurable cost savings and improved reliability. The operator saw:

  • Accelerated curve-to-lateral drilling, saving ~2.75 days versus offset wells
  • ~$300,000 saved per well through reduced rig time and improved efficiency
  • More consistent zone placement, supporting stable drilling and completions performance
  • Improved ROP stability and lower MSE, reducing dysfunction and equipment stress
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