Build Board | Real Subsurface Challenges

A Better Way to Get Useful Tools Built

The Build Board introduces a different way to get tools built. Real problems are surfaced, builders pick them up, and solutions are developed in the open. Instead of waiting for the right tool to appear, the work starts from the problem, and moves forward from there.

Why this is different

This is not a content library. And it’s not a marketplace. It’s a structured way to bring real subsurface work into one place so it can be picked up and built.

Problems

Real technical challenges that need solving.

Needs

Clear requirements for a specific tool or workflow.

Ideas

Buildable concepts that can become real products.

Three Ways Builds Start

Each build starts from a different entry point. Choose the path that fits how you want to build.

Path 01

Industry Challenges

A company or sponsor posts a real technical problem. Builders develop solutions. The strongest work gets selected, showcased, or rewarded.

Real industry problems
Multiple independent solutions
Recognition or prize-based outcomes

Path 02

Builder Requests

A professional needs a tool and posts the request. Another builder picks it up and delivers a solution through a paid build or collaboration.

Individual tool requests
Paid or collaborative builds
Direct path to a usable solution

Path 03

Open Ideas

An idea is posted. Builders team up to collaborate and turn it into a working tool.

Ideas worth building
Co-creation opportunities
Potential productization

How the Build Board Works

A structured way to move from problem to working tool.

1

A build is posted

2

Builders pick it up

3

Solutions are developed

4

Strong work moves forward

Active Builds

Browse builds currently open or in development.

Featured Sponsored Build

Example of how a sponsor-backed build is structured on the Build Board.

Gas Deliverability Forecast Tool

Build an Excel-based tool to estimate gas deliverability under varying pressure conditions.

A sponsor defines the problem in practical terms. Builders develop working solutions. Submissions are evaluated on usability, clarity, and technical soundness.

Inputs

Reservoir pressure
Flowing pressure
Production history
Deliverability assumptions

Expected outputs

Deliverability curve
Forecast rate scenarios
Sensitivity analysis
Clear input–output structure

Evaluation criteria

Technical correctness
Usability
Clarity of assumptions
Practical applicability

Reward structure

Winner: $2,000
Runner-up: $1,000
Third place: $500

Illustrative example only.

Where This Leads

The Build Board is designed to move from problems to working tools.

Problems Surface

Problems, needs, and ideas are clearly defined.

Builders Respond

Professionals choose what to build and submit solutions.

Strong Work Stands Out

High-quality solutions gain recognition or reward.

Tools Enter the Ecosystem

Some builds become reusable tools or workflows.

Capability Becomes Visible

Builders and their work gain visibility over time.

Top Builders

A future leaderboard based on real outputs.

Workflow Library Growth

Successful builds expand the Workflows collection.

Talent Discovery

Strong builders become visible to sponsors and collaborators.

Be Part of the First Builds

The Build Board is still being developed, but the direction is clear. If you want to build, request, sponsor, or help shape what this becomes, register your interest now.

Register Interest

Early participants will help shape the first version of the platform.

The Build Board