The control room of the future is central to grid modernization

The global shift towards decarbonization brings new complexities as different energy generation resources require updated market service. Simultaneously, demand for energy is experiencing significant changes, with less predictable patterns due to behind-the-meter solar, electrification of heating and transportation, and the adoption of demand-response initiatives. This rapid evolution has led to congestion and increased difficulty in forecasting and managing outages.

Innovative technologies like AI-driven analytics, IoT devices, demand-response systems, and advanced energy storage are key to making the grid more flexible, reliable, and sustainable.

Control room of the future: Powered by innovation

The control room of the future uses intelligent technology to provide operators with a new level of data-driven capabilities. Compared to traditional control rooms, a control room of the future relies on a modern platform to operate the electric grid. This platform is built to evolve alongside technological innovation, and integrates with IT, OT, cybersecurity, and other enterprise systems to ensure secure interoperability across the organization.

What are the benefits of the control room of the future?

The control room of the future enables utilities companies to take advantage of the benefits of advanced data, analytics, digital twin, and artificial intelligence features to enhance grid operations.

The control room of the future enables utilities companies to take advantage of the benefits of advanced data, analytics, digital twin, and artificial intelligence features to enhance grid operations.

  • Automate. Automate your supervision system and integrate a variable share of distributed intermittent generation. This allows operators to adjust the system or intervene when needed or relevant.
  • Optimize. Through real-time monitoring and predictive analytics, disruptions will be anticipated and mitigated, enhancing overall system performance.
  • Centralize data. Accurate and centrally managed data makes operations more efficient and minimizes the need for constructing new assets.
  • Improve customer experience. Better data visibility provides consumers with insights into their energy usage, personalized tips for efficiency improvements, and timely assistance during outages, elevating the customer experience, while encouraging more sustainable practices.

What does it take to build a control room of the future?

Implementing a control room of the future is a complex and multifaceted task that comes with inherent challenges. But, with the right strategy and partner, you can establish a clear path to guide you through your grid modernization journey.

Download our full whitepaper for an in-depth look at:

  • Control room of the future solutions, architecture and features across real-time and non-real-time operations.
  • Enhanced control room of the future features, like automation, self-healing, digitization, LV grid monitoring, digital twin, convergence, and dynamic data applications
  • Control room of the future strategy, including what to consider when developing and executing your implementation roadmap, and overcoming barriers to innovation.

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