Cloud-Based Grid Automation Device Management

A Latin-American utility has deployed a private cloud-based computing platform for its grid control system engineering functions while simultaneously implementing new functionality. The new architecture provides enhanced functionality and cybersecurity. Operational efficiency is improved by providing remote engineering access for operational staff and removing their burden of managing the associated OT infrastructure. Grid reliability improvements are envisaged due to the improved availability of fault data and enhanced ability to manage device configurations. The utility plans a tighter integration of ADMS and Work Management data on the cloud infrastructure.