Guam Power Authority Selects Apex CoVantage For Installation Of Smart Grid Metering System

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Apex CoVantage, an IAOP Top 10 Utility Industry Outsourcer, is providing the necessary services, software, and facilities for the installation of approximately 50,000 AMI electric meters across the island in support of the Guam Power Authority's Smart Grid Initiative.

As the next stage in GPA's smart grid deployment, the new metering system will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of overall energy use and operations throughout the island. GPA selected Apex to maximize its return on investment in smart grid technologies by capitalizing on Apex's powerful process-driven workforce management system, ProField®, intelligent GIS integration, and highly customized customer engagement programs.

"GPA is creating a reliable foundation for high quality power delivery that will support economic growth and a better quality of life for everyone on the island," said Dr. Shashi Gupta, President, Apex CoVantage. "We're pleased that GPA selected Apex and we look forward to working with them to implement a smarter grid that will benefit both GPA's customers as well as the environment."

Guam Power Authority (GPA) is working to accelerate the modernization of its electric grid infrastructure through deployment of Smart Grid technologies that will support the strategic delivery of energy saving services to their customers. With financial support through a Smart Grid Implementation Grant (SGIG), GPA's integrated solution provides automation to the island's electric distribution system, smart electric meters to their more than 45,000 customers, and the infrastructure necessary to support two-way flow of energy and information. The purpose of the initiative is to:

• Improve reliability and stability of electric system, including outage management
• Reduce operating costs and manage peak demand
• Inform and educate consumers in retail and wholesale electricity markets
• Accommodate distributed generation

With over two decades of experience in directing multi-year IT and field force management projects, Apex will also provide field management and training services to technicians in order to safeguard the long-term benefits of GPA's new system. Metering is projected to create up to 20 full-time jobs on the island. Installations will be strategically chosen so that the implementation does not disrupt GPA's normal business operations.

About Apex Smart Grid Solutions

Apex CoVantage is a private, employee-owned company that for more than 20 years has helped businesses to develop and execute strategies in the information and knowledge fields. Based in Herndon, Virginia, Apex employs over 2,500 people here and abroad. 

Apex Smart Grid Solutions is currently working on Smart Grid projects around the world, featuring ProField®, Apex's industry-leading mobile work force management platform. Our Smart Grid service offerings include Technology Consulting, Installation Services, System Acceptance Testing, and Network Design/Implementation.

About Guam Power Authority

Guam Power Authority (GPA) is a component unit of the Government of Guam governed by the Consolidated Commission on Utilities, which has an elected board of five members. GPA is subject to the regulations of the Public Utilities Commission of Guam and has adopted the Uniform System of Accounts prescribed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. GPA provides power to over 47,000 residences and business on Guam. Its headquarters are in Harmon, Tamuning. For more information, visit http://guampowerauthority.com/home.html.

For More Information Contact
Art S. Perez  
Communications Manager
Guam Power Authority
671-648-3000 ext. 7
[email protected]

Contact
Madeline Foss
+1.703.709.3000
[email protected]

SOURCE Apex CoVantage