What is midstream oil & gas workflow automation?

Midstream oil & gas workflow automation involves digitizing and streamlining the operational processes involved in transportation, storage, and logistics of crude oil, natural gas, and refined products. This includes automating pipeline scheduling, terminal operations, tank inspections, HAZMAT approvals, maintenance workflows, and regulatory compliance reporting. Kissflow's platform specifically addresses midstream challenges including dispatch coordination, asset integrity management, and HSE compliance.

Can Kissflow integrate with SCADA or ERP platforms?

Yes, Kissflow offers robust integration capabilities with SCADA systems, ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle), and specialized midstream software. Our platform acts as a digital layer that connects your existing control systems with operational workflows without disrupting critical infrastructure operations. We support real-time data exchange and automated trigger systems that work seamlessly with your current technology stack.

Is Kissflow suitable for remote pipeline and terminal operations?

Absolutely. Kissflow is designed specifically for distributed midstream operations with remote facilities. Our mobile applications work with limited connectivity, allowing field teams to conduct inspections, report incidents, and complete maintenance tasks even in remote locations. Data automatically synchronizes when connectivity is available, ensuring continuous operations across your entire pipeline and terminal network.

How secure is pipeline data with Kissflow?

Security is paramount for critical infrastructure operations. Kissflow maintains enterprise-grade security with encryption, role-based access controls, and compliance with industry standards. We understand the sensitive nature of pipeline operations and provide audit trails, data segregation, and security protocols that meet DOT, EPA, and cybersecurity requirements for midstream operations.

Are the workflows customizable for different pipeline products and terminals?

Yes, all Kissflow midstream applications are fully customizable for different product types (crude oil, natural gas, refined products), pipeline specifications, and terminal configurations. Our low-code platform allows you to adapt workflows for specific regulatory requirements, operational procedures, and regional compliance needs without extensive technical expertise.

How quickly can we implement Kissflow for midstream operations?

Most midstream applications can be deployed within 2-4 weeks. We recommend starting with one critical process (like tank inspections or pipeline scheduling) to demonstrate value quickly, then expanding across your operations. Implementation time depends on integration complexity and customization requirements, but our pre-built midstream apps significantly reduce deployment time.

What kind of ROI can midstream operators expect?

Based on our midstream customer deployments, typical ROI includes 30-40% reduction in scheduling delays, 50-60% improvement in compliance efficiency, and 25-35% decrease in operational coordination time. Our customers report saving millions annually through reduced downtime, improved asset utilization, and streamlined regulatory compliance.

What support do you provide for midstream implementations?

Kissflow provides comprehensive midstream-focused support including industry consultants with pipeline and terminal experience, dedicated project management, SCADA integration expertise, and ongoing optimization support. We offer 24/7 technical support and maintain specialized knowledge of midstream regulatory requirements and operational best practices.

Stay PHMSA Audit-Ready Year-Round with Real-Time Compliance Tracking

Automate approval routing, Centralize compliance records, and deploy audit-ready workflows without disrupting operations

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Trying to solve any of these midstream challenges?

Email-trapped nomination approvals

Scattered tank inspection records

Weeks-long PHMSA prep

Paper maintenance work orders

Spreadsheet contractor safety tracking

Paper incident reports

Digitize critical midtream operations

Automate approval routing, standardize data capture, and centralize records for the workflows that keep your operations compliant and efficient

Pipeline Integrity Management

Centralize inspection scheduling, leak survey tracking, pressure test documentation, and anomaly reporting with automated reminders and complete audit trails

Terminal Operations

Streamline nomination approvals, loading schedule coordination, tank inspection checklists, and product transfer documentation with real-time visibility

Asset Maintenance Management

Digitize maintenance requests, work order routing, completion verification, and equipment history tracking to eliminate paper-based backlogs

HSE & Contractor Safety & Contractor Safety

Standardize safety inspections, contractor orientation tracking, HAZMAT approvals, and incident reporting with photo documentation and instant escalation

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Workflow automation that speaks your industry language

Drag-and-drop workflow builder

Build approval workflows, inspection forms, and data collection apps without coding—your operations team controls the process, not IT

Smart approval routing

Automatically route maintenance requests, AFE approvals, and safety incidents to the right people based on your business rules—no more email tag

Mobile-first field operations

Field teams capture inspection data, photos, and readings on tablets or phones—even offline—and sync when connectivity returns

Integration with existing systems

Connect to your ERP, document management, and operational databases via APIs—Kissflow coordinates workflows across your existing technology stack

Complete audit trails

Every action, approval, and data entry is timestamped and logged—giving you audit-ready documentation without manual compilation

Customizable dashboards

Monitor pending approvals, overdue inspections, and compliance metrics in real-time—visibility into what matters for your operations

Ready-to-deploy midstream applications

Pipeline Inspection Coordination

Schedule inspections, assign field teams, capture findings with photos, route anomalies for engineering review, and maintain a complete inspection history

Terminal Loading Coordination

Manage nomination requests, coordinate loading schedules, track bay availability, document product transfers, and maintain delivery records

Maintenance Work Order System

Submit maintenance requests, classify by priority, route to appropriate teams, track parts and labor, and verify completion with sign-off workflow

Tank Inspection Program

Schedule API 653 inspections by interval requirements, conduct digital inspections with checklists and photos, track findings, and maintain compliance records

Document Control & MOC

Manage procedure revisions, route approvals through stakeholders, track Management of Change documentation, and maintain version control

HSE Incident Reporting

Capture incidents and near-misses with mobile forms, route for investigation, document root cause analysis, and track corrective actions to closure

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Leave Management
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Department Transfers
HR Benefits Requests

Proven success across oil and gas

Major oil and gas companies worldwide have transformed their operations with Kissflow

This is so easy, even my mom could do this. It was extremely intuitive and straightforward. The watermark was, 'I don't need to call IT to do this. I can do it myself.

Renee Villarreal

Senior IT Manager

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USA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kissflow connects to existing systems via APIs and data integration tools. For example, you can pull equipment data from your ERP to auto-populate maintenance requests, or reference SCADA readings in inspection forms. Kissflow doesn't replace control systems or perform real-time monitoring—it coordinates the workflows around that data. Integration complexity depends on your systems' API availability; we scope this during assessment.

The Kissflow mobile app allows field teams to complete forms, take photos, and capture data without connectivity. Data is stored locally on the device and automatically syncs when they return to network coverage. This is critical for valve stations, compressor sites, and remote terminals where cellular service is unreliable.

Kissflow can compile and organize compliance data you've captured throughout the year into report formats. If you're using Kissflow to track inspections, incidents, and integrity management activities, you can generate summaries and documentation packages. However, highly specialized regulatory reports may require export to your compliance software or manual formatting for submission. Kissflow streamlines data collection; the final reporting format depends on your requirements.

Kissflow provides enterprise-grade security including role-based access controls, data encryption, and audit logging. For critical infrastructure, you'll want to ensure your IT/OT security team reviews the architecture. Kissflow operates as a business process layer separate from control systems—it doesn't send commands to SCADA or operate valves. You maintain control over what data is accessible and who can approve operational activities.

Yes. Kissflow is a low-code platform designed for customization. You can modify approval hierarchies, add fields to forms, change routing logic, and adapt workflows to your specific procedures—all without programming. This is crucial because every pipeline and terminal has unique operational requirements, regulatory contexts, and approval structures.

Most workflow applications deploy in 2-6 weeks depending on complexity. Simple workflows (like maintenance requests or safety inspections) can be live in 2-3 weeks. More complex implementations involving multiple integrations and custom approval logic may take 4-6 weeks. Kissflow's pre-built templates for common midstream processes significantly reduce setup time compared to custom software development.

Kissflow provides implementation support, user training, technical documentation, and ongoing customer success management. However, deep midstream operational expertise (PHMSA regulations, pipeline integrity programs, terminal operations) will need to come from your team or specialized consultants. Kissflow excels at the workflow automation platform; domain expertise in oil & gas operations remains your competitive advantage.