From AMI to AI - Powering Grid Modernization Through Data and Distributed Intelligence

This session explores how to modernize the grid end‑to‑end by combining AMI, DER integration and AI‑driven data platforms. Austin Energy will frame the utility challenges of moving toward 100% carbon‑free energy while maintaining reliability and affordability.  Itron will dive into the comms, metering and grid‑edge intelligence required to manage millions of endpoints securely and at scale. Endava will show how advanced data engineering and AI turn this data into operational intelligence. 

This session will take place on February 5th from 11:00-11:50am in 28CD with the following speakers:

Matt Neal, Global Energy & Resources, Public Sector and Incubator Lead - Endava

Prabhat Sharma, Principal Architect - Endava

Nick Tumilowicz, Director of Product Management, Distributed Energy Management Solutions - Itron

Valerie Paxton, Program Manager - AUSTIN ENERGY