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Pioneer Management Consulting

Future-Proofing The Grid: Pioneer Delivers Cutting-Edge Utility Modernization

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Our Story

When a major Midwestern electric utility needed to modernize critical infrastructure, they called on Pioneer for guidance. This ambitious grid enhancement, slated for 2023-2024, involves deploying advanced metering, integrating software, and enabling digital capabilities for thousands of residential and commercial customers.

The Challenge

Modernizing critical grid infrastructure and systems across thousands of square miles and thousands of customers requires careful coordination. With $57 million invested and millions of customers relying on consistent service, failure is not an option.

Our Approach

To tackle this challenge, Pioneer:

  • Is establishing governance aligning regional operations
  • Is optimizing processes to maximize value
  • Is verifying flawless system integration
  • Is leading system testing efforts
  • Is providing trusted guidance mitigating risk

Exceptional Results

Thanks to Pioneer’s diligent management and rigorous oversight, the utility is achieving:

  • Seamless technology integration
  • Uninterrupted 24/7 power delivery
  • 5M in expected annual savings
  • Accelerated results and risk mitigation
  • A modernized grid positioned for the future

Pioneer Insights

  • Rigorous project management is crucial for complex integrations
  • Optimized processes maximize capabilities
  • Experienced advisors mitigate risks and accelerate results

Fast Facts

  • $57M investment to modernize critical infrastructure
  • Advanced metering, software, and digital grid capabilities
  • Spanning vast Midwest utility service territory
  • Slated for 2023-2024
  • $5M in expected operational efficiencies

Let's Partner To meet Your Critical Infrastructure Goals!

With over 15 years managing $6B in utility infrastructure programs and proven results delivering PMO, project management, and controls for the nation’s largest electric initiatives, our Energy and Infrastructure team has the cross-functional expertise to guide your most critical capital projects.