What the energy grid industry is really struggling with — my reflections from Energiforsk
Niklas Wicén, CPO at Gomero, shares his reflections from Energiforsk's course on asset management and data collection for electricity grid companies.
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Navigating Complexity: How Flexible Precision Wins in German Energy Markets
Germany's decentralized regulatory environment creates unique demands where flexible precision becomes competitive advantage. German operators emphasize risk reduction—shifting from manual processes to autonomous monitoring reduces both personnel and operational risk. Environmentally-friendly transformer fluids MIDEL 7131 and Cargill FR3 are growing globally with the same validation requirements.
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From Environmental Compliance to Operational Control: How Nordic Energy Operators Are Transforming Maintenance
Nordic operators often begin with SF6 monitoring for compliance, but quickly discover the strategic value of operational control. The journey from scheduled to condition-based maintenance transforms contractor relationships and gives operators visibility over their assets. Nordic climate drives hardware robustness while values around data sovereignty and flexibility shape the platform's ecosystem.
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Successful Collaboration Enables Condition-Based Maintenance
Gomero, in collaboration with Trafag and Regal, delivers condition-based maintenance for grid operators – combining reliable sensors, local expertise, and AI-driven analysis to detect deviations early and support better decision-making.
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When Distance and Extremes Drive Innovation: Predictive Maintenance in Australian Energy Infrastructure
Australia's vast distances fundamentally change predictive maintenance value. Extreme conditions drive innovations benefiting all markets: from wildlife-adapted filtration to cooling system monitoring and robust telecommunications. Distance is no longer a barrier—it's the driver behind remote-first operational models.
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When Weather Challenges the Power Grid – Why a Smarter Energy System Is Essential
When large parts of Southern Europe were hit by power outages earlier this year, it became clear how vulnerable even a modern energy system can be. The climate is becoming increasingly unpredictable, and electricity demand is rising. Meeting this challenge requires both increased capacity and a smarter approach to managing the power grid.
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How energy companies adopt data-driven maintenance at IBM Maximo without risking operations
Gomero's sandbox environment at IBM Maximo enables energy companies to test predictive maintenance from sensor to work order – risk-free.
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Asset Management Gets a New Role in the Utility Sector
Utility companies are redefining asset management from a reactive, administrative function to a strategic role central to decision-making. This shift is driven by electrification and the need for better data integration, enabling smarter, proactive infrastructure investments and operational efficiencies.
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Behind the Term 'Out of the Box': What Energy Companies Need to Know About IoT Solutions
What does "out of the box" mean for energy sector IoT? Three critical questions to ask before your next predictive maintenance investment.
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Digitalization from POC to Deployment: Five Challenges to Prepare For
Why digitalization projects that work well as POCs can become complex when scaled up. Five common challenges and how energy companies can prepare for successful implementation.
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Smart Grids and Cybersecurity: How It Works
Gomero's digital maintenance solutions enhance substation efficiency while ensuring cybersecurity. Features include secure data communication, cloud-based protection, proactive monitoring, strict user access controls, reliable backups, and ISO 27001 certification, safeguarding the electrical grid against cyber threats and societal impacts.
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The 24% maintenance cost reduction is just the beginning – here's what energy companies really need to know about RCM
A recent Energiforsk study shows that Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) can reduce annual maintenance costs in the European energy sector by up to 24%. Successful implementation requires optimal data integration, organizational readiness, and a strategic vision beyond mere cost savings.
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