2025 - AVEVA World - San Francisco - Engineering
Unlocking ROI: How B&W Achieved Efficiency with AVEVA Unified Engineering
B&W, a 150-year-old enterprise shaped by multiple mergers, consolidated multiple siloed engineering applications by choosing AVEVA as its integrated engineering solution. Brightloop, a low-carbon hydrogen technology process from B&W, served as the pilot for the Unified Engineering implementation and for establishing engineering standards, templates, and a Master Project. With this single source of truth, B&W can now introduce future AVEVA technologies such as AIM, PI, and predictive analytics for Brightloop. In addition, we built on proven ROI calculations for key EPC factors like the number of P&IDs, tags, and project scope, confirming the cost-effectiveness of our approach. Today, the organization relies exclusively on AVEVA for all engineering initiatives, resulting in efficient collaboration, high-quality deliverables, and optimized maintenance.
Industry
EPC
Company
Babcock and Wilcox
Speaker
Maxime Guillois
Maxime Guillois is a distinguished expert in data-centric solutions for engineering projects, with over 15 years of experience across multiple industries. He began his professional journey in 2007 at Kuhn Huard, where he designed and patented a safety system for agricultural ploughs, showcasing his innovative mindset early on. Transitioning to the medical sector at Getinge Lancer, Maxime managed and developed a specialized machine for drying and preserving the bacteriological integrity of endoscopes, further cementing his reputation for technical rigor. Eager to tackle new challenges, Maxime joined ORINOX, starting as a plant designer and transitioning quickly to Technical Manager and Principal Consultant. During his tenure, he established the ORINOX Academy, training over 300 professionals in AVEVA solutions, and led several key AVEVA Unified Engineering implementations. In 2015, he played a pivotal role in developing ORINOX’s North American subsidiary, leveraging his strategic and administrative expertise to drive growth. By 2019, as Operations Manager, Maxime led ORINOX North America to a 120% revenue increase and a 475% boost in net margin. His success led to his promotion as Chief Operating Officer in 2020, where he focused on cross-functional teamwork and strategic partnerships, reinforcing the company’s leadership in digital transformation. In July 2023, Maxime joined Babcock & Wilcox to lead their digital transformation initiatives, emphasizing Organizational Change Management. After eight months, he was appointed Director of Engineering Solutions for both B&W and Focaliti, a new AVEVA System Integrator entity. Driven by his passion for leveraging technology to build a better world, Maxime stands out as a thought leader who combines deep technical knowledge with rigorous organization to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions for modern enterprises.
Session Code
SESS-43
