Dr. Mike Flaxman, Author at Utility Analytics Institute

A Dual Benefit: How GPU-Accelerated Analytics Solves Challenges for Utility Asset Management and Climate Change at the Same Time

Utilities can combat climate change while enhancing their own service operations and bottom line by leveraging data from graphics processing unit (GPU) systems for next-generation GPU-accelerated analytics. Climate change is a growing concern that needs every available tool…

Dr. Mike FlaxmanJuly 13, 2022

Grid Technology

AMI – Advanced Analytics Opportunities

To be successful today, utilities should implement transformative customer-facing and grid-facing initiatives using advanced analytics on AMI data. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), commonly called Smart Metering, is a solution that uses digital meters, two-way communications networks and data…

Jason Kinslow, Hazhir Ghayouri, Frank Hoss, Jr.June 1, 2022

Strategy

The Analytics Maturity Assessment is back for 2022

UAI’s Analytics Maturity Assessment is the most comprehensive benchmarking survey for enterprise analytics. “The AMA provides insights based on data and serves as a great measuring stick against our peers in the utility sector.” -Eddy Halter, Evergy What…

Erin HardickMay 27, 2022

Strategy

The Moneyball for Utility Analytics Teams is a Good Analogy

Entergy's Andy Quick uses UA Summit 2022 keynote to talk about launching and sustaining a successful analytics function. May 11, 2022, New Orleans – Andy Quick, vice president of business data & insights kicked off Day 2 of…

Erin HardickMay 17, 2022

Uncategorized Grid Technology

Start your Analytics Journey with LiDAR

For utilities that are just commencing their analytics journeys, LiDAR is the gateway drug to the world of data-driven, high-efficiency decision-making. Light Detecting And Ranging (LiDAR) is a highly accurate method of digitizing three-dimensional (3D) objects. While many…

Cody YakimoffMay 3, 2022

Strategy

Forecasting the Future of Electric Vehicles: Predicting the Grid

Instead of filling up gasoline- and diesel-powered cars, more U.S. drivers are opting to plug in electric vehicles (EVs). According to the International Energy Agency, more than 10 million EVs are in use globally, which represents 1% of…

Josh LoydMay 2, 2022

Strategy Technology

The Journey to Reliable Data: Essential Steps in Data Governance to Improve the Bottom Line

Every organization requires attention to data governance, which affects every part of the engineering and operations chain, from start to finish. Utility companies frequently rely on digital tools to help make operational decisions, meet regulatory requirements, plan capital…

Christy GouletApril 18, 2022

Technology Strategy

Demystifying the Digital Twin. Time to Rethink the Definition?

A clear definition for digital assets is critical to realizing their full potential and value. “We have a lot of data, but we still don’t have a lot of information.” If this sounds familiar, you’re far from alone.…

Georg Baecker, Gabe PradoApril 13, 2022

Technology Strategy

Devouring Underutilized Data with Spatial Analytics

Limiting GIS use to a digital replacement of paper maps is a profound underutilization—a lost advantage to address a challenging environment. Overcoming the challenges that utilities face today seems overwhelming at times. Yet, utility issues and solutions all…

Pat Hohl, PEApril 6, 2022

Technology

Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Utility Industry Solutions

EN Engineering sees artificial intelligence as a key technology as the company continues to innovate solutions for the utility industry. Overview Data is the foundation of every decision-making process within the utility industry. Decision makers need high-quality data…

Dominic CiarletteMarch 31, 2022

Technology Strategy

The Need for Detailed and Accurate DER and Electrification Growth Information

Inaccurate DER and electrification growth forecasts can have significant impacts on capital and operating costs as well as on the ROI in DER growth. Numerous entities are engaged with the distributed energy resources (DER) and electrification markets, primarily…

GuidehouseJanuary 14, 2022

Uncategorized Technology

How Deep Learning Helps Utilities Facilitate Automation and Innovation: Executive Summary

UAI and Mosaic Data Science host virtual executive roundtable discussion on deep learning. UAI and Mosaic Data Science (MDS) hosted a virtual roundtable with utility representatives from Con Edison, National Grid, Enbridge Gas, CenterPoint Energy, Grant County Public…

Utility Analytics Institute, Mosaic Data ScienceJanuary 10, 2022