DEEP DIVE SESSION // WEDNESDAY - 15 JANUARY
UTILITY MANAGEMENT
Energy Transition, Resilience & Smart Grid
As the energy sector navigates the complexities of transitioning to sustainable sources, maintaining grid resilience has become a top priority for utilities. This session will focus on how geospatial technology plays a crucial role in supporting the modernization of energy systems and driving operational productivity across the value chain. We’ll explore how geospatial solutions, combined with sensors and real-time data analytics, enable utilities to optimize smart grids, monitor infrastructure health, and forecast potential disruptions. These tools are critical for managing the integration of renewable energy, mitigating the impact of extreme weather, and maintaining service continuity during crises. The session will feature panel discussions and case studies from industry experts on how utilities are leveraging geospatial technology to enhance resilience, improve energy delivery, and create a smarter grid. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the practical application of geospatial tools in improving infrastructure monitoring, accelerating decision-making, and ensuring energy reliability in an ever-changing landscape.
Telecommunications & Broadband Equity
In this session, we’ll explore the critical role geospatial technology plays in supporting the telecommunications and broadband sectors in delivering equitable access to consumers. With increasing demands for high-speed internet and digital connectivity, especially in underserved and rural areas, utilities face immense pressure to efficiently manage their networks and optimize resource allocation. Geospatial tools enable utilities to map infrastructure gaps, streamline broadband deployment, and track network performance in real time. By integrating geospatial data with predictive analytics, telecommunications providers can enhance decision-making, ensuring both operational efficiency and service equity. This session will feature industry leaders discussing the latest innovations and case studies on how geospatial solutions are advancing broadband infrastructure and helping utilities meet their responsibilities to consumers in a sustainable, inclusive manner.
Asset Management
In today’s rapidly evolving utility sector, effective asset management is crucial for optimizing performance and maintaining operational efficiency. This session will explore how geospatial technology, integrated with sensor data and advanced analytics, is transforming the way utilities manage their physical assets, from power lines and pipelines to substations and meters. By leveraging geospatial tools, utilities can map, monitor, and assess the condition of their infrastructure in real time. This enables proactive maintenance, extends asset lifecycles, and minimizes costly downtimes. From remote sensing to predictive analytics, the technology enhances visibility across asset portfolios, allowing utilities to make informed decisions that drive productivity and cost-efficiency.
Speakers
Anthony D. Palizzi
Executive Director
Integrated Data, UDC