Broad changes are underway in energy and utilities organizations, many influenced by trends from other sectors. These shifts are pushing companies in utilities and oil and gas to rethink their approaches, creating new cross-industry dependencies and consumer interactions. Working to Accommodate Changing Consumer Behaviors Energy companies are responding to evolving consumer behavior. In utilities, […]
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Increasing Threat of Cyberattacks is Causing Energy Companies to Bolster Security
A major energy and utilities supplier has become the latest victim in a growing list of organizations targeted by cyberattacks. Without a quick response to an attack like this, energy companies can risk exposing customer data, cutting off energy supply, slowing or completely stopping operations, and more. According to the Department of Energy, the recent […]
Perficient’s Impressive Oil and Gas Industry Expertise and Capabilities Continue To Be Recognized
As oil and gas companies face a future of flux and rapid energy transition, remaining competitive requires either full-fledged digital transformation or major components of it. Specifically, automated workflows and connected worker solutions are improving the employee experience and productivity. Further, direct consumers are demanding digital experiences tailored to their expectations. In response, there is […]
Perficient Recognized as Utilities Industry Provider Transforming Leading Companies
In a world of convenient, fast, and reliable products and services, utilities companies are pressured to meet digital-first demands. Despite the desire to meet these demands, legacy systems have been causing them to miss the mark on customer expectations. Further, utilities companies are expected to shift from commodity providers to sustainable and trusted energy value […]
Keeping the Lights On with Generative AI for Utilities
Decision-making is best done by humans, but generative AI can quickly and accurately present the right data and reports we need to make those decisions. The rise of generative artificial intelligence has led to the potential for end-to-end improvements in the utilities industry. With this boundless resource now more accessible to utilities companies, it is […]
M&A: Strategic Opportunity for Businesses
I was recently asked to help evaluate an IT department’s readiness for their company’s new strategic direction – the acquisition of multiple companies in a relatively short timeframe. The company’s acquisition strategy, while new for them, was not unusual or unexpected. A recent publication by Deloitte notes that private equity firms expect to increase both […]