Utilities have a data problem. Is GIS the solution?

Energy Central

What do two GIS experts say when you ask them about the importance of data management for utilities? “You can’t manage what you can’t see.” “If the data is wrong, bad things happen.” “Without data, you have no control.” This week on The GISt, we’re diving deep into GIS as a tool to address latency, remove siloes, and help utilities do less on-prem…so they can do more overall. The root of all this innovation? GIS technology. It’s what pulls disparate data together so power teams can make better decisions, bridge more gaps, and find—as this week’s experts put it—their “aha moment.” In the first of three top-notch episodes of The GISt with our partners at Esri, we’re joined by Director of Electric Utility Solutions Bill Meehan & Director of Electric Industry Solutions Pat Hohl. This episode is brought to you by Esri. Esri is the global market leader in GIS software, location intelligence, and mapping. With Esri software you can add the power of location to modernize how you work. Esri helps to digitally transform utilities by enabling users to create, discover, share, and use maps anywhere, anytime, on any device. The Esri ArcGIS system is a comprehensive GIS allowing organizations to analyze and share their data across the organization. Operators and managers access ArcGIS for improved operational awareness and decision making. Field and office staff use ArcGIS to manage, update, and analyze information about customers, network assets, and work orders. To find out how to digitally transform your utility visit [www.esri.com/electric] to learn more. Don’t miss the next two episodes of The GISt ft. Esri—covering GIS for discovery and for collaboration…two key components of scaling reliable, resilient power systems. See you next time.