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There is a common belief that utilities are recession-proof. Not anymore. Companies that rely on the standard industry playbook of cutting costs while waiting for an upturn won’t make it this time around. Aging grids, changing consumer expectations, new consumption habits and markets, and the end of cheap, bountiful energy are forcing utilities to invest in infrastructure or be left behind.

Our panel of experts will discuss topics that impact your business including:

  • Why utilities need to build greater flexibility and resilience into the grid
  • How changing consumer demand will tip the balance towards renewables
  • How utilities can deal with the opportunities and challenges of microgeneration

On demand webinar

Duration: 40 minutes

Virtual

Bonnie Titone
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Duke Energy

Bonnie Titone leads the Duke Energy’s information technology operations and infrastructure, cyber and physical security functions, product delivery and support for various business areas, and the expanding digital transformation and data optimization strategy. Her team enables the company’s broader efforts to transform and deliver a smarter, cleaner energy future and coordinates with peer utilities to ensure that the company’s critical infrastructure, information and energy grid remain well protected.

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David B. Cox
Head of Energy and Utilities Consulting, Americas

David Cox, AVP, North America Head, Energy and Utilities Consulting is the Executive sponsor for Cognizant’s Grid Modernization business. David collaborates with clients to formulate differentiated operational models, business processes, and digital technology enablers to innovate and drive business optimization, growth, and profitability for clients. 

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Syama Sundar Peesapati
SBU Head, Energy & Utilities

Syama Sundar Peesapati, SBU Head for Energy & Utilities in North America is responsible for customer satisfaction, ensuring successful outcomes are achieved by customers through delivery of continuous improvements and incremental innovation. Syama also works with teams to develop Solution Accelerators and Points of View that demonstrate Cognizant’s forward thinking thought leadership.

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Gregory Verlinden
Ollie O’Donoghue
Senior Director, Cognizant Research

Ollie O'Donoghue joined Cognizant Research in 2022 with over a decade's experience as an Industry Analyst and Consultant. Over the years, he has helped C-Suite decision-makers plot the best path for their digital transformation initiatives and honed marketing messaging and go-to-market strategies for large IT Services and Software companies. He has a keen eye for the latest business and technology trends and how they will transform businesses and industries.

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Gregory Verlinden

PERSPECTIVE

Article: The urgent path toward grid modernization

Utilities must navigate the current changing environment by reprioritizing investment in rapid grid modernization to build greater flexibility and resiliency for the future.

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