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ORacle NetSuite
NetSuite ERP
for Oil and Gas
Oil and gas companies across the Middle East are managing project costs, procurement, and compliance across systems that were never built for the complexity of E&P or oilfield services operations. NetSuite ERP for Oil and Gas is built to handle all of it.
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Most O&G companies are tracking AFEs in spreadsheets, managing vendor procurement outside finance, and consolidating JV partner reporting manually every quarter. NetSuite implemented by Azdan is:
AFE-ready
JV-capable
Compliance-native
AFE Management & Project Cost Control
NetSuite ERP for Oil and Gas manages every Authorization for Expenditure inside NetSuite — with budget allocation, cost commitment tracking, OPEX and CAPEX visibility by well, project, and cost center, and real-time spend-versus-AFE reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
AFE budgeting and approval workflows — spend committed and tracked from day one- OPEX and CAPEX tracking by well, field, and project with real-time cost visibility
- Cost-to-complete forecasting — updated as procurement and field costs are recorded
- Production cost allocation — lifting costs and depletion tracked per asset and entity
Who it’s for
Finance and project control teams at E&P companies and oilfield services operators who need live AFE spend visibility connected to procurement and AP.
Outcome
Every AFE tracked against actual spend in real time, every cost center visible, and no overruns discovered too late to act.
Procurement, Vendor Contracts & Supply Chain
High-value equipment procurement, vendor contracts, drilling service agreements, and material supply chains all run inside NetSuite ERP for Oil and Gas — with purchase orders linked to AFEs, vendor performance tracked, and landed costs fully reconciled before AP closes.
- Purchase orders linked to AFE budgets and project cost centers
- Drilling and well service contracts — scope, milestones, and payment terms in NetSuite
- Material and spare parts inventory — critical spares tracked across warehouses and sites
- Landed cost tracking — import duties, freight, and handling costs reconciled to inventory
Who it’s for
Supply chain managers and procurement teams at O&G operators managing complex vendor networks, critical spares, and high-value service contracts across active projects.
Outcome
Every PO committed against an AFE, every vendor contract governed, and every material cost reconciled inside NetSuite.
JV Accounting, Finance & Regional Compliance
Joint venture cost allocation, partner billing, multi-entity consolidation, and regional e-invoicing all run inside NetSuite ERP for Oil and Gas — with GCC-compliant payroll for field and office staff and full audit-ready financial reporting across every entity and jurisdiction.
- JV cost allocation and partner billing — working interest splits and cash calls inside NetSuite
- Multi-entity consolidation — group P&L and project financials across all operating entities
- GCC-compliant payroll — field crews and office staff across UAE, KSA, and Egypt
- Regional e-invoicing — FTA, ZATCA, ETA, and JoFotara natively in NetSuite
Who it’s for
CFOs and financial controllers at O&G companies managing JV structures, multi-entity reporting, and regulatory compliance across GCC jurisdictions.
Outcome
Every JV partner billed accurately, every entity consolidated, and every compliance obligation met — from inside NetSuite.
Projects & Procurement
The cost and supply chain backbone
NetSuite ERP for Oil and Gas covers the full operational cost lifecycle — AFE budgeting and approval, OPEX and CAPEX tracking by well and field, vendor contract management, procurement, and critical spares inventory.
This includes:
- AFE management and cost-center spend tracking
- OPEX and CAPEX visibility by well, field, and project
- Vendor contracts and POs linked to AFE budgets
- Critical spares inventory and landed cost tracking
Finance & Compliance
JV-capable, e-invoicing native
JV cost allocation and partner billing, multi-entity consolidation, GCC-compliant payroll, and regional e-invoicing — all running inside NetSuite ERP for Oil and Gas with audit-ready financials across every entity and jurisdiction.
This includes:
- JV cost allocation and partner cash calls
- Multi-entity consolidation and group P&L reporting
- GCC-compliant payroll for field and office staff
- Regional e-invoicing — FTA, ZATCA, ETA, and JoFotara
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FAQ
Common Questions About NetSuite
We’ve worked with dozens of fast-moving teams—so we know what comes up before your first call. Here’s what you should know.
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How long does a NetSuite implementation take?
A NetSuite implementation with Azdan takes between 6 and 12 weeks for a focused single-entity deployment, and longer for multi-entity or multi-module projects.
What does the Azdan implementation process look like?
Every Azdan NetSuite implementation follows a structured seven-phase methodology: discovery and scoping, solution design, system configuration, data migration, user acceptance testing, end-user training, and go-live.
Does an Azdan implementation include data migration?
Yes. Every Azdan implementation includes a full data migration cycle covering extraction from the legacy system, transformation to NetSuite's data model, data quality validation, and controlled loading into the live environment.
How does Azdan handle customizations and third-party integrations?
Azdan builds all NetSuite customisations natively using Oracle's SuiteScript and SuiteFlow development frameworks, and delivers integrations through NetSuite's SuiteCloud platform. Before any custom development begins, Azdan consultants assess whether native NetSuite configuration or an existing module can achieve the same outcome.
What happens when requirements change during an implementation project?
Requirement changes are managed through a formal change control process. Any requirement that falls outside the agreed project scope is documented, assessed for timeline and budget impact, and formally approved before work begins.
How disruptive is a NetSuite go-live to business operations?
A well-managed NetSuite go-live causes minimal operational disruption. Azdan runs parallel testing and user acceptance phases before go-live, schedules the cutover during a low-activity window, and provides dedicated hypercare support for the weeks immediately following launch.
What post-go-live support does Azdan provide?
Azdan offers structured managed service agreements covering system monitoring, functional issue resolution, configuration changes, and Oracle NetSuite platform update management. Support is delivered by the same certified consultants who built the system — not a general helpdesk.
How does Azdan handle Oracle NetSuite's biannual platform updates?
Oracle releases two major NetSuite platform updates every year. Azdan managed service clients receive advance notification of changes relevant to their configuration, compatibility testing in a sandbox environment before each update is applied to production, and resolution of any post-update issues.
What are Azdan's support hours and geographic coverage?
Azdan operates managed service support across the Middle East with consultants based in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, covering the GCC working week. Support tiers and SLAs are defined in each client's managed service agreement.
Do Azdan clients get a dedicated consultant after go-live?
Yes. Managed service clients are assigned a named functional consultant with direct knowledge of their system configuration and business processes. Every support request is handled by someone who already understands the environment — not a new consultant reading from a ticket with no prior context.
Can Azdan support organizations that already have an internal NetSuite administrator?
Yes, and this is a common support model for Azdan clients. Internal administrators manage day-to-day system operations while Azdan handles complex configuration changes, custom development, integration maintenance, and Oracle platform update management.
What if an organization needs to add modules or entities after go-live?
NetSuite is architected to expand within a single platform — adding modules, subsidiaries, users, or integrations post-go-live does not require a new system or a new implementation. Azdan manages all expansion projects through the same scoped delivery methodology used for the original implementation.
How is Oracle NetSuite licensed?
Oracle NetSuite is licensed as an annual subscription. The licence fee is calculated by Oracle based on three variables: the number of named users, the modules activated on the account, and the number of legal entities or subsidiaries. License fees are set directly by Oracle and are separate from Azdan's implementation and managed service fees.
What determines the cost of a NetSuite implementation with Azdan?
NetSuite implementation cost with Azdan is determined by four factors: the number and complexity of modules being configured, the number of legal entities and subsidiaries in scope, the volume and quality of historical data being migrated, and the number of third-party integrations required.
Is there a minimum contract term for an Oracle NetSuite license?
Oracle's standard NetSuite licence is an annual subscription, renewed each year. Multi-year agreements are available from Oracle and may carry pricing advantages depending on user count and committed modules.
How does NetSuite licensing scale as an organisation grows?
NetSuite licensing scales additively within a single platform. Adding users, activating new modules, or bringing additional subsidiaries onto the account adjusts the annual license fee — it does not require migrating to a different system or restarting an implementation.
What is the difference between the Oracle NetSuite license fee and Azdan's fees?
The Oracle NetSuite license fee covers access to the platform, activated modules, Oracle's standard support, and biannual platform updates — paid annually to Oracle. Azdan's fees are separate and cover implementation services, custom development, third-party integration, and ongoing managed support.
Is NetSuite cost-effective for mid-market businesses in the Middle East?
Oracle NetSuite is designed for mid-market and enterprise businesses — organizations with revenue above USD 5 million, multiple entities, or complex operational requirements. For businesses in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and broader Middle East operating across multiple subsidiaries or requiring compliance, NetSuite's single-platform architecture eliminates the cost and complexity of maintaining separate systems for ERP, HR, compliance, and reporting.
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