SAS Energy Forum 2018

Nov, 13^th 2018

The modern grid, powered by data analytics

This single day of high impact sessions will focus on the transformation of the modern energy grid, which increasingly relies on data analytics for efficient and reliable operations.

The digitalized utility is flooded with data from connected devices across the energy value chain. Innovation is erupting from the convergence of AI capabilities and IoT data. But are you positioned to derive ultimate value from that data? Are your asset programs cost efficient? Do your customers have a personalised experience? Can you anticipate events in the grid and mitigate their impact?

From microgrids to electric vehicles, disruption is accelerating in the energy industry. Join us to stay ahead, sharpen your toolset and learn from analytic leaders in the industry.

Who should attend

This Forum is designed for both Business and IT leaders

Key business areas include:

Customer Operations

Grid Operations

Risk

Asset Management

Strategy and Innovation

Key technology areas include:

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Forecasting

Blockchain

Advanced Analytics Platform

Registration is free of charge

Hear from attendees who attended the 2017 Energy Forum

Agenda

Monday, Nov. 12
7:00 p.m.	Welcome Networking Dinner: The Gherkin, London

Tuesday, Nov. 13
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.	Registration & Welcome coffee
9:30 - 9:40 a.m.	Welcome Remarks Alyssa Farrell, SAS Global Energy and Communications Practice Atikul Haque, SAS UK Sales Director
9:40 - 10:30 a.m.	Delivering the exceptional customer experience Tony Mooney, Managing Director, Decisionbox Read the synopsis
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.	Designing and Delivering an Effective Analytics Strategy Gail Miller, Head of Business Intelligence, ScottishPower Read the synopsis
11:00 - 11:30 a.m.	Coffee Break and Demo Stations
11:30 - 12:00 p.m.	Huge data volumes, IoT and Smart Analytics: getting to a new normal in Utilities Matias Campolo, Innova-tbs Read the synopsis
12:00 - 12:30 p.m.	The role of AI and the Internet of Things in energy retailers Jennifer Major, Internet of Things (IoT) Lead, SAS UK
12:30 - 1:40 p.m.	Lunch
1:40 - 2:40 p.m.	Keynote: British Rowing - a story of optimising performance through analytics Brendan Purcell, Director of Performance, British Rowing
2:40 - 3:10 p.m.	How E.ON improved use of weather in models to outwit the storm Sallyann Blackett, Head of Volume Forecasting / Asset Customer Lead, E.ON Read the synopsis
3:10 - 3:40 p.m.	Coffee Break and Demo Stations
3:40 - 4:20 p.m.	Transforming demand forecasting and client segmentation with SAS Analytics Leonie Essama, Senior Analyst at Eneo Read the synopsis
4:20 - 4:45 p.m.	Safeguarding the treasury with analytics Laurent Colombant, SAS EMEA Fraud Practice
4:45 - 5:00 p.m.	Closing Remarks: Vision on the Future of Energy Tim Fairchild
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.	Drinks Reception, networking and demo stations
6:00 p.m	Event concludes