 Vermont Public Power Supply Authority and mPower Innovations team up to bring major technology upgrades to Vermont’s smallest community-owned electric utilities
The new mapping and data analytics software allows utilities to cost-effectively manage assets and track customer electricity use Waterbury Center, VT – Vermont Public Power Supply Authority (“VPPSA”) and mPower Innovations announced today their strategic partnership to bring affordable mapping software and data analytics to 11 community-owned electric utilities. It is a foundational step in deploying future utility technology advancements, including VPPSA’s anticipated 2021 rollout of advanced metering infrastructure (“AMI”) for Vermont’s smallest electric utilities. The partnership combines the expertise of two influential electric utility industry leaders. VPPSA is a joint action agency that provides services and solutions to their member municipal electric utilities and their combined 30,000 customers. mPower Innovations is a GIS software developer geared towards creating innovative utility solutions. Under the partnership mPower and VPPSA will build and maintain a geographic information system (“GIS”) mapping program for each VPPSA member utility. A services and software licensing agreement allows VPPSA and its members access to mPower’s IntegratorTM software, which retrieves data from AMI meters and enables geospatially-based load analysis, voltage analysis, interconnection studies, and insight into energy use trends. VPPSA members can also use the IntegratorTM software for multiple purposes including cost-effectively managing utility assets, preventative maintenance, vegetation management, and outage tracking and analysis. “GIS mapping and circuit modeling provide a solid foundation from which to build out further technological innovations, but it’s a service that small utilities may struggle to afford on their own,” said VPPSA General Manager Ken Nolan. “VPPSA is constantly exploring opportunities to bring economies of scale benefits to our members. We are grateful to mPower for developing an accessible price structure and think this arrangement could serve as a model to joint action agencies around the country.” “We have a strong customer base in New England and I’m excited to see VPPSA’s vision becoming realized with our software offerings,” said mPower founder Greg Calcari. “Our IntegratorTM product is a powerful and flexible tool, and we are only beginning to tap the benefits it will bring to VPPSA and its members.” As an indication of its commitment to the partnership, VPPSA has hired a full-time GIS Technician to work with member utilities and mPower to successfully deploy mapping software. ### About mPower Innovations mPower Innovations was founded in 2006 and is a leader in the geospatial industry. They are headquartered in Iron Mountain, MI with additional offices in Appleton, WI, Grand Rapids, MI and Flowery Branch, GA. mPower is a full-service, one-stop-shop for utilities and organizations at any stage of GIS and Smart Grid integration. They help their customers move from paper or basic digital maps to fully integrated, GIS-based operations and engineering applications. Their flagship software program is mPower Integrator™, a unique asset management & system integration software application that can intelligently connect and report on a variety of existing enterprise systems including outage management systems (OMS), advanced meter infrastructure (AMI) systems, customer information systems (CIS), work management systems (WMS), automated vehicle locator (AVL) systems and more. mPower has a suite of software offerings including an Outage Management System, Work Management System, and a new IVR Solution. Their services division provides GPS collections, joint use audits, map cleanup and conversion services and mapping software training. For more information visit: www.mpowerinnovations.com. About VPPSA VPPSA provides municipal electric utility members with a broad spectrum of services and solutions, including regulatory assistance, financial planning, and power supply. VPPSA members include Barton Village, Village of Enosburg Falls, Hardwick Electric Department, Village of Jacksonville Electric Company, Village of Johnson Electric Department, Ludlow Electric Light Department, Lyndonville Electric Department, Morrisville Water & Light Department, Town of Northfield Electric Department, Village of Orleans, and Swanton Village Electric Department. For more information, visit www.vppsa.com
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 Iron Mountain, MI August 3, 2020 – Scott Mossbrooks has joined the executive team at mPower Innovations by accepting the position of Vice President of Business Development. Mossbrooks is an electrical engineer and brings over 32 years of utility experience and has spent the majority of his career selling and implementing Advanced Metering Infrastructures, Demand-Side Management Programs, Communication Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Outage Management and Billing Systems. Most recently, he has been working with utilities to increase their Cybersecurity.
“We are excited to have Scott join our growing team and look forward to leveraging his background in the utility industry and cybersecurity to bring more value to our software lineup. Scott will be responsible for growing our customer base throughout the country and specifically in the Southeast where he resides,” stated Jason Brown, President and CEO of mPower Innovations. Greg Calcari, Founder of mPower added, “Scott’s excellent and extensive track record of understanding utility’s technology needs and delivering solutions that work will be of great benefit to mPower and our customers as we continue to evolve and grow.” Throughout his career, Mossbrooks has been an invited speaker at industry conferences and has published several papers. In addition, he has received many awards and accolades, including a 2010 induction into a Meter School Hall of Fame. He also co-developed one of the first cellular-based AMR systems units. “I am excited to join this great group and I am looking forward to our future together helping customers to improve their solutions and Smart Grid. I’ve watched their company grow and felt the timing was right to be a part of their executive team. They have a great product, a smart and nimble team, and happy customers—all the ingredients you need for a successful endeavor,” says Scott Mossbrooks. About mPower Innovations mPower Innovations was founded in 2006 and is a leader in the geospatial industry. They are headquartered in Iron Mountain, MI with additional offices in Appleton, WI and Grand Rapids, MI. mPower is a full-service, one-stop-shop for utilities and organizations at any stage of GIS and Smart Grid integration. They help their customers move from paper or basic digital maps to fully-integrated, GIS-based operations and engineering applications. Their flagship software program is mPower Integrator™, a unique asset management & system integration software application that can intelligently connect and report on a variety of existing enterprise systems, including Outage Management Systems (OMS), Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) systems, Customer Information Systems (CIS), work management systems (WMS), automated vehicle locator (AVL) systems and more. mPower also has its own suite of software offerings, including an OMS, WMS, and a new IVR Solution. Their services division provides GPS collections, joint use audits, map cleanup and conversion services and mapping software training. You can learn more about mPower Innovations at www.mpowerinnovations.com.  Windom, MN May 28, 2020 – On February 20th, the Utility Commission at City of Windom unanimously approved a proposal from mPower Innovations to provide a powerful enterprise GIS solution to track their electric, water, and wastewater data on one map. This system will help the City of Windom support its goal of constantly working to improve and provide reliable service to their residents.
The City of Windom will utilize mPower’s Integrator software, a powerful web-based GIS asset management and system integration application that will enable the City of Windom to view and update all of their utility assets and access critical information from one browser-based system—eliminating the tedious process of searching for information in multiple sources and maps. Moving to a GIS-based asset management system will dramatically improve communication and response time to planned and unplanned service interruptions and maintenance. “After watching a software demonstration at an MMUA (Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association) conference, I could see their software provided the control and access that we were looking for that our existing software was lacking.” said Jason Sykora, Electric Superintendent. Greg Calcari, the Founder of mPower Innovations added, “Partnering with mPower is going to greatly enhance the maps and data of the City of Windom’s multiple utility departments and give them the ability to take control of their own data without relying on a third-party to update their maps and data.” The City of Windom is the latest in a growing list of Minnesota municipal customers of mPower. Despite initial delays with the Covd-19 pandemic, the city completed the onboarding process in March and now has a fully deployed GIS solution.  mPower's Response to COVID-19
As we witness the progression of the COVID-19 virus in real time, our thoughts are with all of those affected by the outbreak. Please understand that the safety of our customers, employees, and community is of utmost importance at mPower. In response to a growing number of safety policies that limit onsite support, we have increased availability for web-based support, mapping, and outdoor field-work. Please keep in mind that almost all mapping, modeling, and software support can be done remotely. If you have any new or pending projects that can be done remotely please contact your mPower representative. As always, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality support and software solutions. Thank you for the trust you have in mPower. Jason Brown CEO & President mPower Innovations COVID-19 Resources: Centers for Disease Control Coronavirus Information John Hopkins University Coronavirus Map  Iron Mountain, MI and Wakefield, MI December 26, 2019 -- Last month the City of Wakefield unanimously approved a proposal from mPower Innovations to provide a powerful enterprise GIS solution to help digitize their electric and water system assets and maintenance processes. This system will help the City of Wakefield support its goal of constantly working to improve and provide reliable service to their residents.
The City of Wakefield will utilize mPower’s Integrator software, a powerful web-based GIS asset management and system integration application that will enable the City of Wakefield to view and update all of their utility assets and access critical information from one browser-based system—eliminating the tedious process of searching for information in multiple sources and maps. Moving to a GIS-based asset management system will dramatically improve communication and response time to planned and unplanned service interruptions and maintenance. “With mPower, the City of Wakefield will leap into the 21st Century by deploying powerful technology that will provide City Staff with quick access to information, dynamic reports, and the ability to track an accurate inventory of City assets. In addition, residents will be able to view and report power outages and submit work orders from the comforts of their mobile devices. The City of Wakefield is excited to deploy this software in the coming months,” said Robert Brown Jr, City Manager of Wakefield. Jason Brown, President and CEO of mPower Innovations added, “Partnering with mPower is a positive signal that the City of Wakefield is embracing new technology and committed to the residents and customers they serve. Building a solid GIS is critical to the maintaining an efficient, safe, and reliable utility.” The City of Wakefield is one of mPower’s many Michigan municipal customers. The city has completed the onboarding process and is expected to have a fully functional GIS solution by the end of the year. |
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