What The Funk?

Real-time data is changing the game in oil and gas, and SigmaStream is leading the charge. Jeremy and Hari Koduru talk about how their high-frequency data tech is shaking up drilling operations, making things faster, smarter, and way more efficient. Hari shares his journey from India to engineering to founding SigmaStream, breaking down the wild ride of building a company that thrives on precision data. We get into why split-second analytics matter, how better data leads to better decisions, and where all of this is headed—including some surprising moves into geothermal. If you’re into the mix of tech, problem-solving, and energy, this one’s for you.

00:00 - Intro
01:23 - Who is Hari Koduru
06:34 - Growing Up in India
07:35 - Moving to the US
10:18 - Career at Esri
13:27 - AAA Experience
17:08 - Starting Your Own Company
19:54 - Understanding Southern Hospitality
22:08 - Waste Management Project Timeline
22:59 - First Job in Oil and Gas
24:30 - Importance of Maps in Industry
26:13 - Career Start at Neighbors Drilling
30:10 - WITSML Technology
36:10 - Overview of SigmaStream
40:13 - SigmaStream Clientele
43:18 - Applicability to Geothermal Drilling
45:16 - Hobbies Outside of Work
47:00 - Advice for Younger Self
51:10 - Branding Insights
52:05 - Favorite Restaurants in Houston
54:24 - Connecting with Hari
55:05 - Wrapping Up

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