Demonstrating the Value of Full Azimuth Broadband Data from an Inversion Perspective

Many case studies around the world have demonstrated that broadband data has contributed to improved imaging results as well as an enhanced inversion to predict reservoir rock properties. Most broadband acquisition and processing strategies aim at extending the temporal bandwidth of the seismic image. However, spatial and azimuthal bandwidth also needs to be addressed to achieve true full-bandwidth data. We present a case study that demonstrates the value of extending the bandwidth of the seismic data in two aspects; temporally and azimuthally through a full azimuth broadband acquisition, applying multi-azimuth processing and inversion approach. We will show results from both an imaging standpoint and also the inversion perspective.