Strategies for reconciling seismic attributes with well data

Areal prediction of formation petrophysical characteristics from seismic attributes related to well data has been transformed over the past few years from an esoteric technique practised by a small coterie of specialists to one used by most self-respecting petrophysicists and geophysicists. Much of the literature published to date has concentrated on demonstrating new detailed physics or mathematics in specialized case studies. Routine use of these techniques has necessitated developing various methodologies for applying them within the context of the broader hydrocarbon exploration and development decision malting process. With the benefit of several years practical experience several key recommendations may be made.