September 27, 2024

QEI Automation Solutions Introduces QConnect

An advanced software platform with multiple integrated applications for improved control, efficiency, and reliability.

QEI is proud to introduce QConnect, a comprehensive suite of software applications to drive efficiency, interior ability, and proactive/predictive insight with real-time analytics. QConnect is a revolutionary software that unifies Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) functionalities into a single, integrated platform, providing improved control, efficiency, and reliability throughout utility networks.

With QEI’s recent acquisition comes the introduction of QConnect, the next generation ADMS and SCADA software. QEI is excited to unveil QConnect, our groundbreaking new software update for ADMS and SCADA systems. QConnect represents a major leap forward in utility technology.

QConnect is designed to provide utilities with a seamless, comprehensive solution for managing and optimizing utility operations. This state-of-the-art software solution integrates multiple modules for ADMS, SCADA, and other functionalities into a single, cohesive platform, enabling enhanced control, efficiency, and reliability across utility networks.

Highlights of QConnect:

  • Outage Management System (OMS): For the management of a utility’s distribution network and to identify and record all operations for improved response times, optimized field crew dispatching, and ultimately increased customer satisfaction.
  • Geographical Information System (GIS): For the analysis, optimization, and management of a utility’s electric distribution networks for improved decision-making, efficient outage management, and enhanced service reliability.
  • Energy Asset Management (EAM): To monitor and control a utility’s energy grids for secure, stable, and efficient operations by extending asset lifespans, enabling predictive and preventive maintenance, and reducing downtime and repair costs.
  • QSCADA: Make your system smarter and more efficient with our Windows-based solution for collecting and analyzing data. QSCADA helps utilities to know exactly when something goes wrong and will enable you to act quickly to address it.
  • Decision Support System (DSS): AI-driven analytics for real-time monitoring dashboard for optimizing your utility’s performance and reducing operational costs through improved decision-making and enhanced grid reliability.

QConnect emphasizes:

  • Real-Time Data Monitoring and Analysis: Providing instant access to critical data, enabling timely decision-making and improved system responsiveness.
  • Enhanced Cybersecurity: Advanced security measures to protect utility infrastructure from cyber threats.
  • Scalability and Flexibility: Designed to grow with your utility, QConnect can be customized to meet the unique needs of different operations and scales seamlessly with system expansions.

Erik VanLaningham, Chairman of the Board announced, “QConnect is a groundbreaking software innovation inspired by our customers’ needs. It goes beyond adding new features, focusing on delivering value by anticipating user requirements, scaling effortlessly, and driving industry transformation. QEI defines success by meeting customer demands through a relentless commitment to creativity, leveraging feedback, and adapting to both customer and industry needs. QConnect exemplifies this approach.”

Also, Normand Lavoie, CEO & President, stated, “Our Annual User Conference always showcases the latest QEI innovations and products but also provides an opportunity to listen to the industry’s needs. QConnect is a direct result of that feedback. It’s an unparalleled, U.S.-made software solution designed specifically for US utilities and beyond.”