California is on the verge of a major redesign in terms of the way utility customers manage and consume energy. With a surge in the adoption of smart houses filled with smart appliances, it’s only natural for customers to demand connection to a smart grid. But what does that mean for the future of energy generation, distribution and use?
With so many moving parts, companies are scrambling to align technology, vision and talent to translate data into real-time insight, providing one cohesive customer-centric experience. A recent Harvard Business Review Analytic Services Report quotes Forrester analyst Brandon Purcell as saying, “Very few companies have the ability to pull the data together for a holistic source of customer truth.”
Energy Advisor I Brian Wimmer recently visited the home of an elderly gentleman in rural Minnsota for an energy analysis. It was an interesting experience he's proud to share with others as he reflects upon the significance of his position at Franklin Energy. This is his story.
I recently had the opportunity to join a diverse panel of industry professionals to speak about my career experiences. The special event, hosted by the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE), was comprised of an audience filled with students from Leo High School in Chicago, who were also members of the National Society of Black Engineers, Junior Chapter (NSBE Jr.).
The 11th minute of the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. It is a moment in time that has left a deep impact on some, while others may be wondering what it signifies. This is the exact time in 1918 that the conflicts of World War I finally ended, when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. Armistice Day, as it was originally known, was renamed Veterans Day in 1954. Since then, every November 11th has been officially observed as Veterans Day.
