Making Connections

With a quick glance at my phone, the plan became crystal clear. I’d weave my car through the morning commuters and slide effortlessly into a parking spot....

You've heard of the Elf on a Shelf, but what about the Elf on a Tower? You’ve undoubtedly seen variations of these Christmas name games. From reindeers to...

Plus 3 resources to connect you in 2021 As 2020 comes to a close, I hope you and your teams are able to rest and also reflect on what you accomplished this...

Imagine a network that delivers near-real-time data and can be used to monitor and prioritize problems and challenges – creating a more sustainable future for...

Over the past decade, increasing regulation of natural gas infrastructure has become a hot topic among the public, policymakers and utilities. Explosions like...

Utilities often underestimate these AMI expenses Deploying Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is a challenge. Many factors go into standing up an AMI...

In September 2018, gas utilities were stunned by the Merrimack Valley gas explosions, which caused millions, if not billions, of dollars in property damage,...

Using smart meters to provide better customer service Utilities have it difficult. Over the past few years, Dominion Energy, National Grid and Eversource...

Part 2: Students join professionals at the Xylem Reach Hackathon On September 24, students, mentors and speakers gathered (virtually of course) to learn about...

A global pandemic. Dispersed workforces. Shifting energy demands. These are three key challenges that electric utilities are facing in 2020. The lights stayed...

Combining technology with a proactive strategy is a good start For residents across the western United States, wildfires are a significant concern. The...

Follow the City of Hohenwald over the next year as they work to deploy AMI and use the data across their organization. Series Overview With gas AMI holding so...

Part 1: Hackathons through the Engineer's Lens To coincide with the 2020 Reach Virtual Conference, Xylem is hosting our 3rd annual Xylem Hackathon with our...

Preparation begins long before the event It’s hurricane season here in North Carolina – and we’re not talking about hockey! As I write this, Hurricane Laura is...

The value of gas SmartPoint alarms When I’m about to go on a long road trip, I usually get my car checked out by a mechanic to make sure everything is in good...

Sustaining our future begins with water conservation The COVID-19 pandemic has provided a glimpse into a very different way of living than what we are used to....

Deployment supports the utility’s goals for improved customer service and reduced carbon footprint Nicor Gas is Illinois’ largest natural gas distribution...

Why now is the time for gas utilities to double down on AMI rather than delaying it In September 2018, gas utilities were stunned by the Merrimack Valley gas...

Don't underestimate the importance of addressing these expectations early. Setting realistic expectations is part of creating a viable Advanced Metering...

A handy checklist when reviewing AMI security Times have changed. When I was young, I don’t remember locking the house when we went out. At many utilities, the...

What more can you do with AMI? Smarter metering and walk-by / drive-by systems opened the door for water utilities to uncover new insights on how to optimize...

Space missions are vital to solving global water challenges Water is the most precious resource on earth and one that most of us take for granted. In the...

I had one job and I failed. When my two children were toddlers, I fell into a very satisfying routine of visiting the Marbles Kids Museum every Sunday morning....

The new smart meter from Sensus helps gas utilities prepare for post-pandemic safety requirements There’s no question that COVID-19 has changed how we work and...

Leveraging the power of the Stratus IQ with Amazon Echo Show So-called “smart devices” are becoming ubiquitous in modern households. “Alexa, order printer ink”...

Uncovering the first signs of failure in a Power Line Carrier system Up until 1986, miners relied on canaries to alert them if dangerous gases were present...

Whether you believe in climate change or not, one fact that cannot be mistaken is that greenhouse gas emissions are on the rise. One of the more problematic...

At the journey’s start he was clean-shaven and optimistic. Over the next six months, the beard grew unruly and emotions ran the gamut from positive to...

The perils of being an early adopter At the time, I didn’t realize it. But I had a very fortunate childhood. I lived a middle-class existence with parents that...

Gas, water and electric utilities need to ask the right questions Providing customers with reliable water, gas or electricity is a key tenant for all...