Electric

Tuesday, April 27, 2009
8:30 a.m.

Cost Effective GIS Technologies in Infrastructure Management
Lead Presenter:  Babu Krishnasamy, GISbiz Inc.
Copresenter:  Ian Charles Sorhaindo, Dominica Electricity Services Ltd

Keywords: standards, GOS, web services, open source, search and rescue, 3D
Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; E; ER; PS; G; TR; CC; W

The necessity and complexity in effectively managing our infrastructure increases day by day, so does the availability of various geospatial technologies in the market place. It is therefore important for the infrastructure managers to constantly evaluate the technology options in order to implement the right solutions at their organizations. This presentation would explore how an electric power company from a developing nation took advantage of open source geospatial technologies in implementing a cost effective solution to manage its infrastructure.

MultiSpeak 3 Web Services
John Hedstrom, Great River Energy

Keywords: MultiSpeak NRECA National Rural Electric Cooperative Association XML data transfer

Vertical Interest Tags: E; DD; W

A developer’s perspective to designing a data transfer process utilizing the NRECA initiative MultiSpeak 3 will be discussed along with what considerations a potential user must evaluate before making a decision for one’s industry. MultiSpeak 3 utilizes Web services to seamlessly transfer data between systems with the use of XML (Extensible Markup Language). The NRECA (National Rural Electric Cooperative Association) initiative called Multispeak 3 is a defined format for transferring data for the electrical industry.

A New Method of Managing Vegetation Compliance—A Case Study
Brian Cormican, Utility Risk Management Corporation

Keywords: Vegetation, Compliance, LiDAR, Work Management, Transmission, Distribution, Threat Mitigation, Right-of-Way, Clearance

Vertical Interest Tags: E; DD; GR; AI; WM

After experiencing a tree-related outage on a 230kV transmission line, one utility realized they needed a culture shift in their vegetation management philosophy. They needed a combination of new technology, new participants, and new processes. With their new processes, the utility chose to implement software-enabled LiDAR and a comprehensive work order management system. This combination of process and technology change is allowing this utility to transform the organization into a compliance-driven culture. This presentation will identify the tools, share outcome data, and provide examples of how the utility’s approach enhances safety, increases productivity, reduces threats, and helps communicate with disparate stakeholders.

A Tale of Two Grids: Operations or Demand Side Management
Anthony DiMarco, Intergraph Corporation

Keywords: Smart Grid, operations, resiliency, outage management, restoration, geospatial

Vertical Interest Tags: E; DD; II; AI    

Smart grid strategies that focus primarily on demand side management will miss one of the most important aspects of smart grid: the improved reliability and resiliency that improved “back office” information systems can provide. Focusing on operations, such as distribution management, outage analysis, workforce management, and business intelligence can dramatically improve distribution system resiliency and reliability. When the “back office” of the smart grid is geospatially integrated and employs sophisticated computer graphic visualization, it can help operations quickly process and interpret vast amounts of operating data and turn it into actionable information.

Improving Asset Integrity and Reliability with 3-D Mapping
Todd Porter, Geospatial Corporation
Copresenter: Linda Ward, Geospatial Corporation

Keywords: 3D Mapping, location, condition, assessment, time saving, cost saving

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; M; TR; P; S; EN; DD; AI

In order to effectively maintain, rehabilitate, or install pipelines and underground infrastructure, stakeholders must identify where assets are located and manage this data effectively. Three-dimensional (3-D) locations (XYZ) of pipelines can be achieved using various technologies. These technologies can coincide with additional condition assessment tools to provide accurate pipeline positional information along with geo-referenced pipeline condition assessment data such as CCTV video, leak detection data and interior and exterior corrosion data. Once gathered, this information can be managed effectively through GIS.

Data Quality and the Smart Grid
Geoff Zeiss, Autodesk, Inc.

Keywords: Smart-grid Data Quality Network Infrastructure Utilities

Vertical Interest Tags: PS; E; EN; DD; II

The reliability of our electric power grid is decreasing while our dependence on it is increasing. A smart grid is much more complicated than our current grid. Managing and operating the new smart grid is going to require a reliable digital model of the grid, based on accurate, up-to-date engineering information. The common causes of poor data quality will be discussed, and examples of working solutions for addressing these challenges will be presented.

Keywords: Alternatve Energy 3D GIS LiDAR 3D Laser Scanning Google Earth Solar Potential Wind Potential Electric GIS Integration

Vertical Interest Tags: PS; E; S; EN; GR; W    

This presentation will cover how to leverage GIS and ground-based 3-D laser scanning and aerial LiDAR technologies to efficiently analyze and view alternative green energy projects. Using Google Earth and ArcGIS environments, we use the 3-D data for siting projects based on physical constraints and to calculate the energy potential from wind and solar. Case studies will include sites as large as 4,300 acres and as small as a single rooftop. Each attendee will take away a basic understanding of how these technologies work together and how they can be applied to green energy projects to reduce greenhouse gases and build a better future.

Is Your GIS Smart Grid Ready?
Bill Meehan, ESRI

Keywords: Smart Grid Self Healing Distribution Automation Asset Management Phase Designation Accountability Readiness Mobility Situational Awareness

Vertical Interest Tags: E; DD; II; AI; AR     

Many utilities will implement smart grid. GIS plays a critical role. Some utilities have not fully built out their GIS nor put in place solid processes to keep their GIS current. This presentation details the results of a benchmark study that shows where many utilities’ GIS stand for smart grid readiness. It describes how to measure and what is needed of their GIS to meet the demands of Smart Grid.

Improving Electric Utility Land Information Management Using ArcGIS Server and FLEX
Rich Lopez, SRP
Copresenters: Robert W. Finkle, IT Nexus, Inc.; Hyrum Ernstom; IT Nexus, Inc.

Keywords: Land records automation, ArcGIS Server, FLEX, web-GIS, document management, GIS-DMS integration

Vertical Interest Tags: PS; E; EN; DD; WM; W

SRP’s Land Records Division created a Web-GIS Land Records Information Management System (LRIMS) to dramatically improve the efficiency and ease with which users access the organization’s scanned land records documents. The LRIMS-Flex application includes a sophisticated security model that controls document access privileges across a wide number of user groups. This presentation provides a technical briefing on the creation of the LRIMS-Flex application with a short demonstration of the capabilities of the application.

Creating and Managing a True Spatial Enterprise Database Strategy for Collaborative Applications Across Multiple Departments and Disciplines
Lou Garcia, EA Engineering

Keywords: Data collaboration, efficiency, CAD & GIS

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; PS; E; G; M; EN; DD

The ability to create, edit, and store operational data within a single database for use by CAD, GIS, and management has been a long sought desire. A philosophy of data model driven applications versus software dictated data models allows for a common database using numerous front end applications. This presentation centers on the strategies required for planning, implementing, and managing this approach. Multiple departments can utilize a single database, thus maximizing efficiency and operational excellence.

Spatial Analysis in a CAD-Driven GIS
Timothy Jones, Ponderosa Telephone Co.

Keywords: CAD, Spatial Analysis, Map3D, SQL, OASIS, Telco, Utilities, Telecom

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; E; G; TR; EN

Independent telephone companies share many of the same business and technical challenges in GIS as utility suppliers and government agencies. In 2003, Ponderosa Telephone implemented an end-to-end technology-integrated GIS solution to increase the value of their GIS data. Maintaining maps and data in a GIS environment has given them the ability to perform GIS analysis to do budget planning for future sites as well automate Form 477 reporting.

Breaking News Panel  • 10:30 - 12:15
Not Your Father's Approach to Geodata Creation and Sharing
Moderator:  Peter Batty, Ubisense
Speakers: Andrew Turner, FortiusOne; Ron Lake, Galdos Systems; James Fee, WeoGeo

Keywords: geodata, creation, sharing, crowdsourcing, OpenStreetMap, Haiti, OGC, GML, KML, GeoRSS

Vertical Interest Tags: E; ER; EN; G; M; P; PS; T; TR; WW; DD, II, CC, W

This panel will look at new approaches to geodata creation and sharing that have emerged in the past few years, and consider how they apply to infrastructure related problems. Crowdsourcing has grown dramatically as a mechanism for creating geospatial data, and has the potential to dramatically reduce the costs associated with geodata creation and maintenance, which of course have traditionally been very high. One of the best known initiatives in this area is OpenStreetMap, and the crowdsourcing approach is also being used by a number of commercial companies including Google, TomTom and others, as well as some government agencies. Crowdsourcing has huge potential in emergency response, and the panel will include a look at how OpenStreetMap contributed enormously to the response to the Haiti earthquake. The panel will also consider approaches to sharing geodata. New lightweight standards like GeoRSS and KML have arguably done more to facilitate sharing of geodata in practice than longer standing more heavyweight standards. Techniques for making geodata accessible to search engines like Google, rather than being hidden behind portals, have also contributed to our ability to easily share data. These and other developments will be discussed by the panel.

Streamlined Methods to Collect and Maintain GPS and Attribute Information for Utility Assets
Savoy Yazzie, Navajo Tribal Utility Authority
Copresenter: Jake Opdahl, CartoPac Field Solutions, Inc.

Keywords: field data collection, GPS, mobile technology, enterprise GIS, digital data collection, ArcFM

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; E; G; M; P; S; EN; DD; AI; WM 

The Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA) needed a field data collection solution that would streamline getting data in and out of the field, plus integrate into their enterprise ESRI/SDE and ArcFM GIS environment. NTUA needed to support field crews, management, and the office GIS simultaneously. The solution NTUA implemented successfully provides a more efficient and streamlined data collection process and is utilized for its water, sewer, electric, and gas assets.

Ensuring a Successful Web Portal Deployment
Michael Baker, Intergraph Corporation

Keywords: enterprise, web portal, collaboration, communication, internet reporting, business intelligence

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; P; DD; W

One of the most exciting technologies to allow a company to connect the operator to the solution is the enterprise Web portal. When defining the enterprise Web portal, it is important to understand that it is more than a flashy Web site. Rather, the enterprise Web portal is a Web-based, business-critical system. This presentation will explore the best practices of planning, implementing, and deploying a successful enterprise Web portal.

Modeling the Real World
Ton Di Vries, Bentley Systems, Inc.

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; P; S; EN; DD; PH

Keywords: GIS, mapping, model, 3D, land development, cadastre, infrastructure, engineering, workflow

Infrastructure professionals rely heavily on cadastral data. Governments worldwide are planning thousands of new infrastructure projects to stimulate faltering economies and to repair, strengthen, and expand existing structures to avert catastrophes. Though projects will vary widely in scope and nature, planners and engineers will have one common need: information about the land. This session addresses the challenges infrastructure professionals face obtaining accurate land information, streamlining work flows, managing infrastructure information, and collaborating across distributed teams.

GIS and the Economic Recovery
Wayne W. Kocina, GeoWize, LLC

Keywords: Economic Development, Economic Gardening, Site Prospecting, Market Development, Competitive Intelligence

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; PS; E; G; GR 

Economic gardening (EG) is an innovative entrepreneurial approach to local economic development that was founded 20 years ago by Chris Gibbons, the Economic Development Director of Littleton, Colorado. EG has multiplied the jobs and sales tax base of Littleton and other communities worldwide, that have employed this approach. Learn what economic gardening is, how it works, and how GIS is used and has become an integral part of the program.

Process to Product: Developing a Custom GIS Web Portal
Aaron Gundel, San Jose Water Company
Copresenter: Jeff Hobbs, San Jose Water Company

Keywords: Open Source, GeoServer, OpenLayers, Oracle Spatial, Google API, jQuery, Web Portal, Records Management, AJAX, Web Services

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; TR; P; S; EN; W

San Jose Water Company has taken on an ambitious project to create an ever-evolving GIS facilities tool, GDI Portal. Using the latest Web APIs and open source technologies available (OpenLayers, GeoServer, OpenStreetMap, Google Maps/Earth API, etc.), the portal serves as a window into the company’s GIS data. This talk reviews the portal’s use within the company, and offers a brief overview of the technical aspects and challenges involved with the development of the portal.

Building Utility Networks on Existing Datasets is all about Data Integrity
J. Russ Coffey, Las Vegas Valley Water District
Copresenters: Keath Long, Las Vegas Valley Water District; Jeffrey W. Ferdinand; Las Vegas Valley Water District

Keywords: Utility Network, Connectivity, Spatial Coincidence, Data Integrity

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; E; G; P; DD; II; AI

Building a fully functional geometric network on an existing water utility dataset with hundreds of thousands of features (pipes, hydrants, valves, etc.) is a daunting task that is more about data integrity and spatial coincidence than theory and structure of geometric networks. Presenters will address the practical methods utilized by the Las Vegas Valley Water District to apply network theory to existing datasets and achieve the desired network functionality.

Protecting Geospatial Information Processing in the Cloud
Andreas Matheus, University of the Bundeswehr

Keywords: Security, Geo Web Services, GIS, Cloud Computing

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; M; TR; P; S; EN; CS; CC; W

The strength of cloud computing is that it dramatically reduces the investment costs for users, required for processing high-volume geospatial data. But in order to have confidential or even classified geospatial data processed in the cloud, service level agreements must ensure the seamless protection of the data. This paper introduces a concept to declare and enforce service level agreements preventing unauthorized use.

Software as a Service for Infrastructure GIS Applications
Geovane Cayres Magalhaes, Fundacao CPqD
Copresenter: Steve Carter, Mid-State Consultants

Keywords: SaaS, Infrastructure, Telecom, GIS, CAD

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; E; G; P; E; CC; W

Software as a Service has been successfully applied to Web-based light applications. Although highly desirable, infrastructure GIS applications pose a few challenges for the SaaS model. In this presentation, we will show how to overcome these challenges and present a solution that has been applied to telecom infrastructure. We will also present the benefits of this mode of operation for the operators in the infrastructure arena in general.

Offshore Wind Energy GIS Development for the Gulf of Maine
Tim Dec, James W. Sewall Company

Keywords: offshore wind energy, GIS, project siting tool

Vertical Interest Tags: E; EN

Offshore wind energy is a key component of the U.S. Department of Energy’s 20% Wind Energy by 2030 plan, representing over 50 GW of the 300 GW estimated total required by 2030. The Gulf of Maine in particular shows significant promise for offshore wind power development. This presentation covers the groundbreaking use of geographic information systems (GIS) and large-scale geospatial data compilation to identify potential sites in the Gulf of Maine for offshore wind projects.

Interpretation of Ground Subsidence from Interferometric Data Using Geospatial Techniques
Brian Sovik, AMEC
Copresenter: Bibhuti Panda, AMEC

Keywords: GIS, Remote Sensing, Earth Fissures, InSAR, Infrastructure, Subsidence, Geology, Flood Structures

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; PS; E; G; TRP; S; EN; AI; PH

Remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) are a powerful combination. They form a very unique perspective of the behavior of ground subsidence resulting from the decline of groundwater in alluvial aquifers. When it comes to large infrastructure in central Arizona—such as flood retarding structures—knowing what is happening on our landscape is critical. This presentation will share information about the culmination of various geospatial sciences and technologies.

Creating a GIS-based Spatial Profile for Exploring Health Services Supply and Demand
Abdulkader Murad, King Abdulaziz University

Keywords: GIS, Health services, Health supply, Health demand, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Vertical Interest Tags: PS; E; GR; PH

The first part of this presentation will review the relevant GIS functions that are used by health care planning researchers and identifies the advantages of using these functions. The second part will focus on presenting a GIS application created for the purpose of exploring the demand and supply of health services in Jeddah city, Saudi Arabia. The created application covers three major analytical issues identifying the level of health services supply, defining the location and characteristics of health demand, and determining the level of accessibility to health services in Jeddah city, which is achieved using accessibility indicators scores.

On Demand GIS as Software as a Service
Eamon Walsh, eSpatial Inc.
Copresenter: Paul Baynham, eSpatial Inc.

Keywords: Cloud SaaS Web GIS Service

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; M; TR; CC; W   

Software as a Service (SaaS) has gained widespread acceptance and adoption in the wider industry and increasingly in GIS with applications hosted in the cloud delivered on-demand over the Internet. SaaS removes the need for users to install and manage their own software, reducing deployment costs and timelines. There is a wide range of capabilities of GIS SaaS offerings. SaaS will allow more people in more organizations to use GIS for real business advantage.

 

GIT UR DUN—Cost Effective Recipe for Successful Modeling and Migration Between Platforms
Ken Clifford, CISS TDI GmbH
Copresenter: Joachim Figura, CISS TDI GmbH

Keywords: Migration, Modeling, Oracle Spatial, Data Integration, Geodata-warehouse Data translation-conversion, ETL

Vertical Interest Tags: ER; T; PS; E; G; M; TR; P; DD  

The presenters will showcase three different successful implementations transcending several utilities verticals, platforms and applications. This is a GIT UR DUN implementation of modeling and migration for geodata warehouse based on CITRA open technology, utilizing Oracle Spatial. All base data, application data, as-built data, and third-party data is integrated and shared ubiquitously across the implemented organizations. Each environment has different applications, data, and requirements. The CITRA core technology accommodates all the varied environments, technology, and client specific requirements.

The Next Steps for Advanced Risk-based Asset Renewal Forecasting
Dilip Kumar, MWH Global, Inc.

Keywords: Water, Wastewater, Electric, Gas, Telecommunication, Asset Management

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; PS; E; G; TR; P; EN; II; CC; AI    

As utilities across the U.S. have started to make advances toward a more risk-based approach to asset renewal forecasting, two challenges have arisen: 1) the lack of reliable, local data on the expected lives of assets, and 2) the need to effectively coordinate with the plans of other city departments (e.g., streets) to maximize the cost-effectiveness of pipeline renewal efforts. This presentation will cover pilot studies at two major cities in the U.S. where these challenges are being addressed with sophisticated data analysis and decision support tools. These pilot efforts represent the next steps for cities interested in accurate and realistic long-term forecasting of asset renewal investments in order to cost-effectively manage risk.

Maximizing Enterprise Asset Management Systems Using Geographic Information Systems
Phyllis Thomas, Phyllis Thomas Consulting

Keywords: enterprise asset management, utility infrastructure, geographic information systems

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; PS; E; G; TR; P; DD; AI

Enterprise asset managers face declining economic resources and a deteriorating utility infrastructure. A robust enterprise asset management system enables managers to develop a cost-effective planning and design strategy, an operation and maintenance plan, and a system to rehabilitate or retire assets. This comprehensive approach to infrastructure management results in greater reliability in delivering resources to the service area. Incorporating GIS into the enterprise asset plan maximizes the power of an enterprise asset management system. Node-to-node, data, and hydraulic information augment the tabular information that the enterprise asset management system provides. This session will examine the solutions utility managers can extract from the integration of the two systems.

A Geospatial Solution for Simplifying Profitable Adoption and Management of Alternative Fuels
Chinni Ranganath, Space-Time Insight
Copresenter: Krishna Kumar, Space-Time Insight

Keywords: See how utility companies are using simulated wind generation to forecast transmission hotspots rising from intra-zonal congestions

Vertical Interest Tags: ER; PS; E; G; EN; GR

Learn how geospatial tools use rich 3-D visualization and satellite imagery to simulate post-production operations, asset performance and revenue potential for a range of operating conditions. See how utility companies are using simulated wind generation to forecast transmission hotspots rising from intra-zonal congestions. Learn how Web service feeds from historical wind conditions and how meteorological towers can simulate energy supply in corridors, providing the operations and planning engineers with the parameters needed to select appropriate designs and aid in estimation of equipment maintenance cycles.

Building a Facilities Information Infrastructure to Support Public Safety
Stuart Rich, Penobscot Bay Media

Keywords: Facilities GIS for Public Safety

Vertical Interest Tags: ER; PS; M; E; G; EM; AI; W

When firefighters and other emergency response personnel are called to an emergency situation inside a building, they are often operating in uncharted territory once they walk through the front door. Some organizations are taking advantage of GIS to make floor maps available to the emergency response community for preplanning and inspection work flows. The presenter will discuss the basics of a facilities information infrastructure and how this can be leveraged to support the public safety community with specific examples of production systems.

Enterprise GIS
Dan Brooks, 3-GIS, LLC

Keywords: enterprise GIS, web 2.0, web-based, mobile technology, asset management, utilities, telecommunications, work order process, mapping

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; E; G; TR; DD; AI; WM; W   

GIS and asset data are often confined to mapping departments due to the high cost of licensing and limited tools for sharing data across an organization. Utilities can now leverage thin-client, Web-based technology providing access to your GIS from any browser on the network. Enterprise GIS provides a central data repository and communications link to third-party applications while automating work order processes, reporting, and mobile operations.

Cloud Computing for Utility Field Inspection and Survey Work
Mike Rigney, Osmose Utilities Services, Inc.

Keywords: Cloud computing benefits and pitfalls Utility inspection, maintenance, and survey work

Vertical Interest Tags: T; E; S; DD; CC  

Cloud computing is the concept in which a company’s hardware, software, and data are outsourced to a third-party vendor. There are immediate benefits to such a paradigm, such as zero initial capital expenses and reduced IT operating costs. However, does this method of IT infrastructure make sense financially and technologically for today’s electric utility? This presentation reviews the benefits and pitfalls of using the cloud computing paradigm for a utility’s inspection, maintenance, and survey data.

Location, OGC Standards, and the Smart Grid
Dr. Carl Reed, Open Geospatial Consortium, Inc.

Vertical Interest Tags: Tags: E; GR; II; W

This presentation will address how location and OGC standards can be used as part of the SmartGrid infrastructure. Specific focus will be how OGC Sensor Web standards can be used in the SmartGrid. An update of current OGC  SmarthGrid related activities and standards relationships, such as with NIST, are described.

Utilizing High Density Weather Observations for Intelligent Outage Management
John Bosse, WeatherBug

Keywords: Integrating real-time weather data for intelligent outage management

Vertical Interest Tags: E; II; AI; W

Integration of live spatial weather data into a GIS platform creates an intelligent outage management system, providing a one-source view into storm severity for preparation and recovery planning. This comprehensive model provides location-specific alerts for managers and linemen on pending weather conditions. The discussion will include a step-by-step guide to implementing a meso network. Learn the most effective and efficient ways to protect linemen, employees, customers, and communities before severe weather strikes.

RFP Process Review for Users and Vendors
Peter van Muyden, EPCOR

Keywords: Smart Grid Foundation; RFP; GIS; Vendor; Reguest for Proposal

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; T; PS; E; G; TR; II; CS

The Distribution & Transmission Inc. (EDTI) power operating company of EPCOR Utilities in Canada has been using GIS for 30 years. As part of the foundation of our smart grid initiative, we went to the market with a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an electrical connected GIS-based model. This presentation describes in detail the RFP process and discusses the lessons we learned. It will be of interest to both users and GIS vendors.

Spatial Law and Policy
Kevin Pomfret; CantorArkema, P.C.

Keywords: Spatial Law Policy

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; M; TR; P; S; EN; GR

In October 2009, the Geospatial Information & Technology Association (GITA) and the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) hosted the Emerging Technology Summit V: Spatial Law in Washington, D.C. The specific intent was to identify the legal and policy issues that will impact the growth in consumer and business applications of geospatial systems, software, and services.

Geospatial Data Sharing Via the Cloud
Brad Sileo, iFactor Consulting

Keywords: SaaS Online Mapping Organizational Trusts Cloud Computing Security Scalability

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; TR; P; S; EN; DD; CC; W   

The increased prominence of cloud computing architectures has changed the way that business-to-business transactions occur. With the addition of mapping technologies, the cloud is becoming an increasingly valuable tool for companies that rely heavily on geospatial information to communicate with each other. This presentation will cover the main issues that companies face when deploying such solutions, including security concerns, Web services and standards, and scalability.

Geospatial Dimensions of Intelligent Infrastructure: ITAG Recap
Matt Ball, Vector1Media

Keywords: smart grid, intelligent infrastructure, Broadband for the Nation, ITAG, GITA, industry trends, SCADA, gathering systems

Vertical Interest Tags: II; E; G; P; PS; T; TR; ER; S; EN; M; WW

The GITA Industry Trends Analysis Group (ITAG) meets on Monday, April 26th to explore the geospatial dimensions of intelligent infrastructure for electric, gas, telecommunications, water/wastewater, public sector, transportation, and pipeline vertical markets. This session will provide a recap of the dialogue from that session, and will provide a means for continued discussions.

The ITAG meeting that is the subject of this recap is tasked with helping define the concept of Intelligent Infrastructure for a variety of different vertical application areas. The recap will include an outline of case study examples from different practitioners with an idea of both challenges and successes. The bottom line focus will be on the creation of more efficient operations with time and cost savings through the application of intelligent models, feedback from sensors, and better processes. There will be time available in this session for more open dialogue and discussions.

Your Grid is Already Intelligent, Benefit Before You Invest and Make a Stronger Business Case to Invest More
Rich Cummings, Level Four Solutions

Keywords: intellegent grid, smart grid, performance support system operator

Vertical Interest Tags: ER; E; DD; II

Input from system operators or dispatchers, and/or operations engineers and others—along with data from investments in GIS, SCADA, OMS—can help you make your operations more efficient in front of investing in FDIR or auto restoration schemes. Creating preplanned responses supported by data can assist organizations in building a better business case for distribution automation.

Geospatial Media Web Services Support Infrastructure Management Operations
David Wright, i-cubed, LLC
Copresenter: Mick Garrett, i-cubed, LLC

Keywords: geospatial digital asset management, geomedia, geospatial web services, REST, mapping

Vertical Interest Tags: WW; ER; T; PS; E; G; M; TR; P; S; EN; II; AI; W   

Document management has become an infrastructure operations cornerstone. However, location data and rich media support are missing in conventional solutions. DataDoor’s Geospatial Asset Management Environment (GAME) establishes digital asset management upon a geospatial foundation supporting documents, video, audio, and photographs within a spatially intelligent, role-based framework. GAME’s RESTful API enables customization on platforms including ESRI ArcGIS, Google Maps, Google Earth, and Microsoft Bing. Organizations leveraging GAME realize significant benefits through improved visibility, collaboration, and documentation.

Geospatial Cloud Computing—The Next Frontier in Business Intelligence
Krishna Kumar, Space-Time Insight
Copresenter: Mark Feldman, Space-Time Insight

Keywords: All human activity has a location and time component. It takes place somewhere and some time. That is precisely why companies must monitor, understand and adjust to geo-economic signals when and where they occur.

Vertical Interest Tags: ER; E; G; DD; CC; W

This session will show how geospatial cockpits with cloud computing capabilities can now integrate the wealth of macroeconomic data on the Web with internal operations and information, to help define and execute optimal business decisions in realtime. Examples will include how Web 2.0 concepts like Wikis and Tweet streams combined with supply chain metrics from ERP systems can improve the accuracy of demand forecasts and support lean manufacturing cycles.