Saudi-Aramco

ARAMCO NAOO Project

Engineering & Marketing International
Technology

Aveva

Industry

Oil and Gas

Client

ARAMCO

Country

KSA

Goals

Standardize PI graphics with clear guidelines and design principles

Upgrade ProcessBook graphics to interactive PI Vision displays

Create an intuitive multi-level graphics hierarchy for easy navigation

Ensure quality through comprehensive FAT and SAT testing

Challenges

Unifying diverse graphics across multiple plants and fields

Converting complex legacy displays into functional PI Vision versions

Developing a clear, maintainable naming and hierarchy system

Coordinating thorough testing to guarantee readiness and acceptance

Solutions

Developed detailed design guidelines and standardized symbol libraries

Converted ProcessBook graphics to consistent PI Vision displays

Established a multi-tier graphics hierarchy with standardized naming

Conducted rigorous FAT and SAT testing with client participation

Results

Delivered a unified, professional graphics standard across NAOO PI Systems

Enhanced operator experience with interactive, easy-to-navigate displays

Simplified operations and maintenance through clear structure and naming

Secured project approval with thorough testing and stakeholder input

ARAMCO NAOO Project 

– PI System Graphics Standardization & Migration
In 2021, EMI was commissioned by ARAMCO North Area Oil Operations (NAOO) to deliver a unified and modernized PI System graphics environment. The project focused on developing a consistent design philosophy and graphic guidelines to standardize the appearance and usability of PI displays across multiple plants and fields.

EMI updated and converted legacy ProcessBook graphics into interactive PI Vision displays that featured enhanced navigation and usability.

A major effort was creating a comprehensive graphics hierarchy, allowing users to intuitively drill down from broad area overviews to detailed equipment-level screens. This hierarchy supported efficient operations and maintenance, ensuring critical information was accessible and logically organized. EMI employed a robust symbol library and naming conventions to maintain graphic consistency and ease of reference.

Extensive testing was conducted, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), to ensure the graphics met ARAMCO’s high standards for performance, reliability, and user experience. The final deliverables included overview, summary, and emergency displays in both ProcessBook and PI Vision, providing flexibility during the transition period. The project successfully delivered a cohesive, professional visual environment that improved operational clarity, streamlined workflows, and enhanced user confidence across the NAOO facilities.