Edge Computing: Powering the Future of Smart Grids

Abstract

The decentralized grid is creating a data explosion from renewables and EVs that legacy systems can’t handle. Edge computing with orchestration provides the essential low-latency, resilience, and security for real-time grid management. Discover the strategic roadmap for transforming your operations, moving from simple connectivity to AI-enabled intelligence at the edge. Learn how to enhance reliability, cut costs, ensure compliance, and build a sustainable, customer-centric smart grid for the future.

Advance Modal Components
Power at the Edge

Key Takeaways

Process data locally to cut response times from seconds to milliseconds. Enable real-time grid balancing, fault detection, and automated control.

Edge computing and orchestration enhance the reliability of grid assets by facilitating faster fault detection and enabling autonomous corrective actions.

Deploy AI analytics at the edge to enable predictive maintenance and remote monitoring. Reduce costs with fewer field visits and automated OT updates.

Protect critical infrastructure by segmenting networks and processing sensitive data locally. Edge orchestration strengthens cybersecurity and simplifies compliance.

About the Author
Premanand Seshadri
Practice Head - Energy & Utilities Industry Vertical, Tech Mahindra

Prem is responsible for driving vertical business growth, enhancing customer engagement, conceptualizing and developing industry-specific solutions, and building a robust partnership ecosystem. With over 30 years of experience in the utilities industry, he has expertise across the entire value chain of Power, Water, and Wastewater Businesses.

Krishnakumari Palle
Global Delivery Head, Diversified Industry Groups, Tech Mahindra
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As a seasoned technology leader, Krishnakumari Palle (KK) drives business transformation, IT outsourcing, and multi-service integration for Fortune 500 clients across industries and geographies. She has led large-scale global engagements, overseeing P&L management, high-performance team building, and automation-driven initiatives.

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As a seasoned technology leader, Krishnakumari Palle (KK) drives business transformation, IT outsourcing, and multi-service integration for Fortune 500 clients across industries and geographies. She has led large-scale global engagements, overseeing P&L management, high-performance team building, and automation-driven initiatives.

KK also serves on the Board of Directors for Satyam Venture Engineering Services, Mahindra University, and Altavec, actively mentors women in technology, and supports NGOs for girls' education. With over 24 years of expertise, she fosters innovation and drives business growth. KK holds an M.S. from BITS Pilani, a B.Tech from NIT Warangal, and multiple leadership certifications.

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Sahadev Singh
Vice President, Energy & Utilities, Tech Mahindra

Sahadev Singh is the VP of Energy & Utilities Vertical, Europe at Tech Mahindra. A customer-obsessed P&L leader with a growth mindset and a proven track record for delivering profitable growth across industries and regions. His deep domain experience in E&U is complemented by his passion for building and nurturing high-performance teams.Read More

Sahadev Singh is the VP of Energy & Utilities Vertical, Europe at Tech Mahindra. A customer-obsessed P&L leader with a growth mindset and a proven track record for delivering profitable growth across industries and regions. His deep domain experience in E&U is complemented by his passion for building and nurturing high-performance teams. Sahadev brings over 32 years of cross-industry expertise, spanning the E&U, CPG, and Manufacturing verticals.

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Dan Miklovic
Strategic Advisor Manufacturing, Third Eye Advisory

A recognized thought leader in asset performance management and manufacturing operations, specializing in MES, EAM, QMS, PLM, EH&S, and AI and ML applications. Additionally, he is an active mentor to entrepreneurs, providing guidance and insights to foster innovation and growth.