As grid complexity intensifies across the Northeast, electric utilities are increasingly turning to real-time operational data and advanced analytics—not just to keep pace, but to stay ahead. This session will feature forward-thinking utilities that are leveraging data to transform how they operate, respond, and plan for an increasingly dynamic and decentralized grid. 

From integrating growing levels of renewable energy and distributed energy resources (DERs) to confronting challenges such as extreme weather and aging infrastructure, speakers will offer diverse perspectives—from transmission to substation to distribution. They will explore how data-driven innovations, including artificial intelligence (AI), are delivering enhanced situational awareness and greater operational agility. 

Attendees will gain actionable insights into how utilities are modernizing their data infrastructure, aligning with evolving regulatory expectations, and driving measurable improvements in reliability, resilience, and responsiveness. The session will also showcase how advanced analytics are being operationalized today—and what lies ahead.