Distribution Line Asset Management

The distribution system of the past will not serve the needs of the customers of the future. It is imperative for electric utilities to ensure that they are getting the most out of their existing assets and they are making prudent investments in their future assets that will deliver maximum value for their customers and shareholders.

The objective of the Distribution Line Asset Management Interest Group (DLAM) is to provide guidance to Utilities to assist with making informed asset management decisions through collaboration with other members and pooling of resources to facilitate research in areas beyond the current knowledge of the participants.

The mission of the DLAM group is to share current practices and processes regarding the management of distribution assets including planning, purchasing, installing, commissioning, operating and maintaining and disposal of assets. The goal of the program is to realize value from distribution assets by balancing costs, opportunities and risks against the desired performance of assets to achieve near and long term Utility objectives.

Topics & Focus Areas:

• Improving Reliability of Distribution Equipment and Systems
• Cost Effective Asset Life Cycle Management
• Improving safety of the distribution system
• Improving environmental sustainability
• Future Distribution System