PLC Programming Support from Dokoma Helps Energy Plant Contractor Address Hiring Challenges

Overview

An international energy plant contractor with sites on multiple continents was in discussion with Dokoma for support with a project in the Caribbean. This company had previously collaborated with one of our team members on other projects and needed assistance to address challenges in staffing automation expertise. The project’s complexity, combined with high turnover and costly training of new hires, meant that essential automation tasks were not being handled efficiently. The contractor recognised that these staffing difficulties were affecting project timelines, quality, and costs, and sought out Dokoma, given our proven track record, to explore a potential partnership.

Challenges

To develop an effective support plan, Dokoma began by conducting an in-depth assessment of the client’s project requirements. Working closely with the client, we identified key automation tasks that could be outsourced to leverage Dokoma’s specialized expertise, while ensuring the client maintained strategic control over project direction. Dokoma offered comprehensive support, covering all PLC-related activities, including programming, visualization, and systems integration. Additionally, Dokoma proposed handling both hardware and software commissioning at the client’s sites, a solution that directly addressed the client’s immediate needs.

Solutions

Given the project’s complexity, particularly in integrating legacy systems with newer technologies, the client agreed to partner with Dokoma for comprehensive support. With access to our full team of engineers—each with unique areas of expertise—we were able to efficiently manage the project’s challenges from start to finish. Our team worked collaboratively with the client and other suppliers at each stage, ensuring smooth project planning and execution.

This partnership proved to be a cost-effective solution for the client even on the long-run. Outsourcing specialized automation tasks to Dokoma provided them with predictable project costs, eliminated the need for extensive hiring and training, and streamlined project timelines. Additionally, the client benefited from Dokoma’s vast network and expertise in industrial automation, which provided new opportunities and insights from various industries.