Real-time outage monitoring solutions - Real-time outage monitoring solutions provide continuous tracking of power grid performance using live data feeds and analytics dashboards. Utilities benefit from faster detection of anomalies, improved situational awareness, and the ability to take immediate corrective actions. This approach greatly reduces outage durations and supports proactive maintenance strategies.

Real-time outage monitoring solutions represent the essential Situational Awareness layer of a comprehensive Outage Management System. Their core function is to provide control room operators and field personnel with an immediate, accurate, and dynamic visual representation of the entire distribution network and the status of every connected device.

These solutions are built upon seamless integration with a utility’s SCADA system and GIS network model. The Geographic Information System (GIS) provides the underlying map and connectivity model, while SCADA provides the live, electrical status (e.g., open/closed, energized/de-energized) of devices like circuit breakers, reclosers, and switches. By overlaying this live status data onto the network map, the monitoring solution creates a dynamic common operating picture.

The monitoring system constantly processes data from customer calls, smart meters, and grid sensors. When an outage occurs, the system's analytical engine instantly highlights the affected area on the map, displays the number of customers impacted, and identifies the likely fault location. This continuous, real-time feedback loop allows operators to track the progression of the outage, monitor crew movements, and visually confirm power restoration as devices—and smart meters—come back online. The result is rapid and informed decision-making, which is paramount during high-stress, high-volume outage events.