Optimizing Utility Asset Management Using GIS
Esri Canada White Paper
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Utilities can improve communication and transparency with their external stakeholders by sharing
information using interactive maps. They can present various information including construction
activities, outages and estimated restoration time. They can also use maps to support regulatory
reporting requirements.
Figure 2 – ArcGIS supports all platforms, providing a robust enterprise solution for effective
asset management.
Utilities can deploy ArcGIS not only in the office on servers and desktops, but also on mobile
devices, over the Web and in the virtual cloud – providing a truly integrated enterprise solution for
asset management (see Figure 2). To maintain data accuracy, utilities can extend ArcGIS into the
field. This improves productivity by enabling field workers to update information about assets in real
time. The data is then transferred automatically to their corporate servers so decision-makers
throughout the organization can access the latest asset information.
Conclusion
PAS 55 provides a valuable opportunity for Canadian utilities to confidently demonstrate that they
are managing their assets according to good practices and gain competitive advantage. Effective
asset management impacts overall performance and can help utilities meet the demand for service
with higher reliability, operate successfully in an increasingly stringent regulatory environment, and
effectively tighten control on costs. In complying with the specification, utilities can achieve a closer
integration between operational and business processes, and deliver the maximum return on their
assets.
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