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GridOS® ADMS

Achieve a reliable distribution grid

GridOS ADMS is the most advanced and scalable distribution management system available. It transforms real-time data into actionable insights that drive grid reliability, resilience, and efficiency, even in the most severe weather conditions. 

GridOS® ADMS

Overview

Easing the challenges of distribution management 

Managing the modern distribution grid is fraught with challenges. Increasingly severe weather causes outages – and recovery is often prolonged due to operational inefficiencies. The rise of DERs add immense electrical complexities, while growing loads and increasing renewables integration further complicate grid management with unpredictable supply. 

GridOS ADMS offers an extensive suite of cutting-edge tools to empower utilities in orchestrating a modern, resilient distribution grid. With advanced distribution management capabilities, a robust Outage Management System, integrated DER orchestration, and more, it's an essential solution built to directly overcome the challenges of the energy transition. 

A modern ADMS for the modern utility 

See how GridOS ADMS software has helped utilities:

21%


GE Vernova customers experience 21% less network outages to keep the lights on for their customers.* 

17%


GE Vernova customers realize 17% faster restoration times to keep the lights on for their customers.* 

150M


A utility in the US avoided over 150M of CMI annually by using GE Vernova solutions.

$175m


A utility in the US avoided over $175M of Interruption Cost Estimates (ICE) in one year by using GE Vernova solutions.

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* Data source from Annual Electric Power Industry Report, Form EIA-861, October 2023 results based on all utilities in the United States. Reliability data reflects average SAIDI and SAIFI with MEDs.

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Maximize reliability and resilience across the distribution grid 

GridOS ADMS revolutionizes grid management, surpassing the capabilities of traditional SCADA, DMS, and OMS alone. Unlock intelligent operations for proactive and automated distribution grid orchestration across transmission, distribution, market operators, and aggregators. 

See the impact of GridOS ADMS

Faster power restoration

GridOS ADMS' Outage Management System provides the visibility and tools needed to diagnose and resolve power disruptions in near-real time. 

T&D coordination

GridOS ADMS' decentralized workflows contribute greatly to ever-crucial T&D coordination, making it easier to balance the grid, run advanced simulations, and more. 

Enhanced performance

GridOS ADMS improves critical performance metrics like CMI, SAIDI, and SAIFI, helping utilities reduce customer outages, restore power faster, and boost overall grid reliability and operational efficiency.

Better fault resolution

A centralized Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (FLISR) application seamlessly pinpoints and isolates faults anywhere throughout the network and efficiently restores power flow.

DERMS interoperability 

GridOS ADMS is seamlessly integrated with GridOS DERMS, covering every aspect of the DER management lifecycle – from initial integration and visualization to ongoing operation, control, and optimization. 

Advanced load prediction 

GridOS ADMS leverages the latest AI/ML technologies to study historical load trends and make precise predictions about the future, enabling grid operators to proactively prepare for any shortfalls.

"The combination of GE [Vernova's] massive and industry-leading ADMS customer base, its differentiated geographic reach, and its support across both of these dimensions in recent wins, highlights its unique ability to maintain competitiveness regardless of geography."

Source: Guidehouse Insights Leaderboard: ADMS Vendors, Q1 2023 

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What is ADMS?
ADMS, or Advanced Distribution Management System, is a real-time, integrated software platform used by electric utility companies to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and security of their electrical distribution networks. It provides a comprehensive suite of tools and functionalities for managing and controlling the distribution grid across a range of use cases, including:

Outage Management System (OMS): ADMS includes OMS capabilities to efficiently manage and restore power during outages, often integrating with other systems to streamline communication and response.
Real-time Monitoring and Control: ADMS offers real-time visibility into the distribution network, enabling operators to monitor grid conditions, manage demand, and optimize power flows.
Load Forecasting: ADMS utilizes predictive analytics for load forecasting, helping utilities balance supply and demand effectively.
Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration (FLISR): ADMS automates fault identification and isolation, minimizing outage durations and improving service reliability.
Distributed Energy Resource Management: ADMS optimizes the integration and operation of distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar panels and electric vehicles (EVs) within the grid.
Voltage/VAR Optimization (VVO): The system can optimize voltage levels and reactive power across the network to reduce losses and enhance power quality.

Overall, an ADMS plays a crucial role in modernizing the electrical grid, supporting utilities in achieving greater efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. GE Vernova’s ADMS is also underpinned by the GridOS platform, augmenting it with better compatibility with other GridOS and partner solutions, a built-in Zero Trust grid security model for maximum cybersecurity, a microservices-based architecture for easy scalability, and more.

What are the benefits of ADMS in the electric grid?
Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) benefits utilities businesses by improving the performance of the distribution grid and restoring power outages faster.

Key benefits of ADMS for utilities include:
Improved Reliability and Resilience: By providing real-time monitoring and control, ADMS helps utilities quickly detect and isolate faults, reducing outage durations and improving overall service reliability. This capability is crucial in enhancing the resilience of the grid against disruptions.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency: ADMS automates many of the decisions and processes involved in managing the grid through both blue sky and grey sky days, reducing response times and improving operator efficiency.
Improved Quality of Service: ADMS optimizes power flow and voltage levels across the network, leading to reduced energy losses and improved power quality. This optimization results in more efficient use of resources and cost savings for utilities.
Integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs): ADMS facilitates the integration and management of DERs like solar panels and wind turbines. It ensures that these resources are effectively utilized within the grid, contributing to sustainability goals and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.
Advanced Fault Detection and Management: The system's ability to rapidly identify and manage faults minimizes service interruptions and helps maintain a stable power supply to customers.
Better Load Forecasting: With advanced analytics, ADMS supports accurate load forecasting. This capability helps utilities balance supply and demand, leading to more reliable and cost-effective energy distribution.
Increased Customer Satisfaction: By improving reliability and reducing outage times, customers experience fewer disruptions and better service quality, leading to increased satisfaction and trust.

How does ADMS help with power grid disruptions?
Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) includes an Outage Management System (OMS) that streamlines the process of addressing and resolving power grid disruptions. This integration improves communication with customers and improves power grid restoration times to reduce SAIDI, SAIFI, and CMI metrics.

How do utilities optimize DERs with ADMS?
GE Vernova’s ADMS can be easily integrated with GridOS DERMS. Together, these two solutions form a powerful combined solution that contains all the capabilities needed for a reliable and resilient distribution power grid. Read our whitepaper to understand the power of GridOS DERMS and ADMS.

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