Risk Factors for Energy System Upgrades

REGISTRATIONS STRICTLY CLOSE 6:30 pm ACST Tuesday 26th November 2024

This will be a In Person (Adelaide) with networking from 5:30pm and the presentation from 5:45pm - 6:45pm ACDT Wednesday 27th November 2024.

Upgrading energy management systems for large-scale utilities is a complex and high-risk process. This complexity arises from the interaction of various control, monitoring, and computing applications, numerous external interfaces, extensive databases and displays, and the requirement to complete system replacements or upgrades without interrupting the flow of electricity. Even minor errors or skipped steps can lead to significant disruptions, safety hazards, or commercial issues.

This presentation will walk through the full project life cycle, highlighting key risk factors, mitigation strategies, applicable standards, potential solutions to technological challenges, and the steps needed to ensure a safe and smooth upgrade of critical systems.

Imran Ali, Lead Operational Technology Engineer, ElectraNet

Imran has more than 25 years of diversified local and international experience in concept and detailed design, engineering, project management, installation, testing and commissioning of mid to large scale Industrial Automation and Controls Systems (IACS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Energy Management Systems (EMS), Safety Integrated Systems (SIS) and Facilitation of HAZOP and Risk assessment workshops etc.

Imran has specialised experience in the design, development and implementation of Energy Management Systems (EMS/SCADA) for the Electricity Industry.

Matthew Nicholas, Operational Technology Manager, ElectraNet.

Matthew is a senior business technology leader with over 25 years of experience delivering technology and strategic initiatives across Energy, Rail, Defence and Government industries.

With a software/systems engineering background, Matthew has led delivery of command and control systems across rail, army, air force and now energy systems. Matthew has experience in leadership of engineering teams, program delivery, and ongoing support/sustainment of complex systems.

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