Companies that face the challenges and embrace the opportunities toward a lower-carbon future will thrive.

Ben Williams

EY Americas Consulting Oil and Gas Leader; EY Global Energy and Resources Digital Operations Leader

Digital-focused energy leader dedicated to actively delivering and supporting forward-thinking, innovative solutions.

Ben serves as the EY Global Energy & Resources Digital Operations Leader. In this role, he advises energy companies on their digital strategy and appropriate tools to help reduce emissions and improve operational resilience.

Based in Houston, Ben has experience leading oil and gas companies toward innovative solutions. Leveraging his background and experience in previous roles as chief information officer and chief digital officer, Ben works with energy companies to support and promote the strategic use of technology to advance their overall data strategies. With his technical knowledge, Ben helps clients effectively transform their business operations and reframe the future of their organizations.

How Ben is building a better working world

“Technology changes, markets move, and uncertainty is inevitable. However, I find great purpose in creating an environment where all people feel engaged and confident in creating a new energy future. I’m passionate about empowering clients to innovate by rethinking how we do things, working together, and embracing the perspectives and dignity of every individual.”

Ben's latest thinking

Energy with EY: Optimizing complex transformations in oil and gas

In oil and gas, data-based, predictive technology can boost reliability; reduce costs; and create safer, more sustainable assets and companies. Here’s why.

27 Aug 2024 Ben Williams

Energy with EY: Maximizing oil and gas operations

Digital and business transformation is crucial for oil and gas to enhance productivity and profitability at scale. Here’s why.

05 Jul 2024 Ben Williams +1

How data analytics can strengthen supply chain performance

EY Supply Chain SmartMaps™ helped a global energy company leverage buying power, strengthen processes, reduce costs and optimize inventory. Learn more.

14 Jul 2023 Ben Williams

What if oil and gas operators view ESG as a catalyst for innovation?

Expectations around decarbonization calls the oil and gas industry to reinvent itself again to meet growing energy demands.

04 Oct 2022 Patrick Jelinek
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