Harney Electric Cooperative (HEC) Transforms Operations with PZM's Enterprise Asset Management Software
- Industry
- Electrical Utility
- Location
- Hines, Oregon
- Goals
- Streamline Operations: Cut Paperwork, Boost Maintenance Capital, and Elevate System Reliability
- Type
- Electrical Cooperative
Products used
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PZM Web Application
PZM's cloud-based web application powers inspection and capital allocation decisions based on PZM's proprietary Protection Zone Management and Protection Zone Score.
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PZM Mobile App
PZM mobile app helps electrical technicians inspect and maintain their valuable infrastructure.
Harney Electric Cooperative (HEC) faced operational challenges
stemming from traditional paper-based equipment and power line
inspections.
The manual data collection process, followed by time-consuming
data entry, made it difficult to promptly identify critical
issues, impacting resource allocation and response times.
HEC, headquartered in Hines, Oregon, is a consumer-owned electric transmission and distribution cooperative serving rural communities across 20,000 square miles in southeast Oregon and northern Nevada since 1954. HEC's commitment to providing reliable electricity to its community led them to seek solutions to improve operational efficiency.
The PZM Solution
HEC turned to PZM's Enterprise Asset Management software,
which revolutionized their operations:
1. Efficient Inspection Scheduling:
PZM enabled HEC to effortlessly
schedule substation & powerline inspections, ensuring regular reviews and maintenance of critical
assets.
2. Real-Time Alerts:
The system provided real-time alerts, enabling HEC's operations
team to respond swiftly to emerging issues, reducing downtime
and enhancing reliability.
3. Elimination of Manual Data Entry:
PZM eliminated manual data entry, seamlessly integrating
inspection data into the system, reducing errors and saving
time.
4. Data Visualization:
PZM offered intuitive data visualization tools, simplifying
equipment identification and resource allocation.
5. Reporting & Documentation:
PZM
streamlined regulatory and insurance reporting
with one-click document generation.
Results and Benefits of PZM
PZM's implementation led to profound improvements:
1. Enhanced Efficiency:
HEC's operations team saw a significant boost in efficiency,
eliminating manual data entry and deciphering the data.
2. Reduced Response Time:
Real-time alerts enabled prompt issue resolution, minimizing
downtime and enhancing reliability.
3. Improved Decision-Making:
Data visualization empowered managers to make informed
decisions, enhancing equipment maintenance and resource
allocation.
4. Cost Savings:
Eliminating manual data entry and prioritizing critical
equipment resulted in cost savings.
5. Streamlined Workflows:
Tasks once requiring a four-person team were streamlined,
optimizing resource allocation.
PZM's Enterprise Asset Management Software transformed Harney Electric Cooperative's operations. It enhanced efficiency, reduced response times, and facilitated data-driven decisions, aligning with HEC's commitment to reliable electricity provision. This transition from paper-based inspections to a modern, integrated solution showcases PZM's transformative impact in the utility sector.
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PZM has truly transformed our workflow, saving us valuable time both in the office and during field operations. Thanks to PZM, the hassles of inspection scheduling and completion are a thing of the past. The real-time alerts and visual cues for critical issues in our system have been game-changers. Now, my operations team can focus less on paperwork and more on addressing the issues that truly make a difference.
Jason Hill
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