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    A Solid Foundation for the Upcoming Project and Business Development Through Quality Project Planning

    Utilities Consulting Supports the Planning Phase of Pori Energia Sähköverkot’s AMR 2.0 Project

    The city area illuminated by Pori Energia Sähköverkot in the evening dusk.

    The requirements of changing legislation and business goals led Pori Energia Sähköverkot to invest in high-quality development of its metering services. The aim was to create a robust foundation that would enable sustainable business solutions well into the future. Potential pitfalls were to be avoided. To achieve this goal, the company selected a partner capable of addressing these objectives from the start and helping to take the crucial first steps.

    Project Background and Objectives

     The scope of Pori Energia Sähköverkot’s AMR 2.0 project included electrical network metering devices and metering services with data transmission, mass installation of devices, and project management.

    Existing information systems were subject to changes to enable the reading of next-generation meters and work order processing. The quality of the project was prioritized, as it would lay the groundwork for long-term operations. The project aimed to evolve business operations to better serve customers. The foundation now built allows for the future development of customer self-service solutions to a new level.

    Aerial view of Pori Energia Sähköverkot’s Isoranta substation.

    Targeted Support from Utilities Consulting for the Planning and Definition Phase

    The content and quality goals of the project stemmed from an understanding that the initiative would have long-term implications for Pori Energia Sähköverkot's business. With the help of an expert from Utilities Consulting, the project’s objectives were clarified and described for both internal and external stakeholders. 

    During the definition phase, special emphasis was placed on thoroughly documenting the affected business processes. A systematic approach—process by process, system by system—allowed for efficient identification and resolution of open issues, while also increasing understanding of the scope and impact of the changes on the overall business.

    A monitoring system was developed to track project tasks, open issues, and contractual requirements, enabling real-time project status updates. This ensured tasks progressed on time and responses to emerging issues were swift.

    Experts were able to focus on advancing technical and operational changes.

    The documentation of solutions and visibility of operations through easily maintainable process modeling methods will continue to support development work moving forward.

    End Results and Benefits

    Thanks to the thorough upfront planning and definition, Pori Energia Sähköverkot is now better prepared to face and resolve future challenges during upcoming project phases and timelines. Moreover, the operational models and outcomes developed during the collaboration can be applied more broadly to further develop operations. “The AMR 2.0 project at Pori Energia Sähköverkot was a pleasure to work on. The project had well-thought-out objectives, which were also clearly tied to tangible outcomes. In such situations, focusing on modeling the core processes of the target state is a great choice,” says Antti Nuutinen, Solution Delivery Manager at Solteq Utilities Consulting.

     

    "Utilities Consulting’s professionalism was evident in tasks being completed on time, clear communication, and a proactive approach to managing the project’s scope. The schedule held, and the goals were met."

    Tapio Mäkinen, Head of Energy Data Management, Pori Energia Sähköverkot

    Solteq Utilities Consulting – The Best of IT Project and Energy Sector Expertise

    Solteq Utilities Consulting combines strong IT project management with deep energy sector expertise. In AMR 2.0 projects, this has meant proactive internal ramp-up, hosting expert webinars, and successfully delivering several implementations. Our hands-on experience enables quick project kickoffs and independent progress when needed.

    We help energy companies clarify their goals, plan projects, and ensure smooth execution — on time and with high quality. Independent of the system supplier, our industry insight and consulting capabilities bring added value to every project, from process development and procurement to full-scale system implementations.

    We work seamlessly as part of the client’s own expert team. 

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    Pori Energia Sähköverkot – Evolving and Sustainable Energy Solutions

    Pori Energia Sähköverkot has ensured reliable electricity supply in the Pori region for over 125 years. Today, the company is responsible for the transmission and distribution of electricity to more than 50,000 network users.

    Its services include connecting customers to the electricity network, delivering electricity for everyday use, and maintaining and developing the network to meet customer needs.

    Your experts

    Jesper Kaysen

    Denmark

    Jesper Kaysen

    EVP, Utilities Consulting and Utilities Software

    +45 52 14 72 36

    Sami Vuori

    Finland

    Sami Vuori

    Manager, Solution Creation & Offering

    +358 40 535 2345

    Tiina Laiho

    Finland

    Tiina Laiho

    Director, Consulting

    +358 50 476 7079

    Antti Nuutinen

    Finland

    Antti Nuutinen

    Manager, Solution Delivery

    +358 45 7870 2300