Axxiom G-DIS vs Siemens Spectrum Power Advanced Distribution Management System comparison

G-DIS – Distribution Management – is a software solution design to automatize operational processes of electric power distribution companies and other utilities. It comprises commercial service and emergency features, in addition to support operation, maintenance and order of services.

G-DIS complies with standard IEC 61968 of the International Electrotechnical Commission, which is aimed at facilitating the integration of distribution software for managing distribution networks in the electric power industry, helping utilities that need to connect several applications.

The architecture used in the construction of the solution is robust, and can be used in high-performance and high-availability settings. Another feature is the scalability in providing services to small, medium and large utilities.

The system provides enhanced management of all processes such as inclusion, change, extension, review, rectification, withdrawal, cessation, and queries regarding Distribution Management and operational services, including online and offline team dispatch modules.

G-DIS has features that use mobile communication with smartphones, PDAs, whereas communication is established through GPRS, satellite, or radio signal.

While the grid system has become increasingly complex due to the integration of distributed energy resources and storage these challenges have created opportunities to rethink the world of power distribution management. When integrated into the distribution grid, smart meters, demand response, and distributed storage and generation – in combination with increased grid automation – are inundating utility systems with data that need to be intelligently managed and leveraged for effective distribution grid operation. At the same time, utilities are facing growing regulatory and customer pressure to maximize grid efficiency and provide reliable service at all times.

To enable utilities to face these current and future challenges successfully, Siemens has entered the next era of power control systems: the Spectrum Power™ Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). It integrates distribution SCADA, outage management, and advanced fault and network analysis – all operated in a Common User Environment – to gain maximum benefit from smart meter information and provide a solid foundation for the management of tomorrow’s grid today.