Use cases

Electrical Network Work Monitoring: Improve Data Reliability and Manage Field Operations

Across electrical distribution networks, public lighting infrastructure and LV/HV projects, work monitoring is a critical process for ensuring the quality of completed assets and the reliability of the associated data.

Dotic provides a comprehensive suite of software solutions designed to support every stage of the project lifecycle.

Combining field applications, GIS-based management tools and data quality controls, our solutions help organisations streamline operational processes, improve collaboration between field and office teams, save valuable time and enhance the reliability of network data.

Every deployment, renewal or maintenance project generates data that must ultimately be integrated into the operational systems used by network operators and infrastructure owners.

In practice, managing these projects can be challenging due to the number of stakeholders involved, stringent regulatory requirements, safety constraints and the large volumes of data that need to be captured, validated and maintained.

At the same time, increasing industry expectations around data quality, asset modelling and as-built deliverables are driving the adoption of more structured approaches to project monitoring and data management.

A well-structured work monitoring process helps organisations improve operational oversight, strengthen data reliability and ensure that network information remains accurate, consistent and usable throughout the lifecycle of the infrastructure.

Challenges Specific to Electrical Networks

Work monitoring across electrical networks involves specific challenges that are directly linked to the nature of the infrastructure itself.

Project teams must ensure:

Compliance of installed assets and infrastructure
The safety of field operations and interventions
Consistency of network topology and connectivity data
Full traceability of project activities and modifications
The quality of deliverables submitted to network operators and asset owners

Unlike many other infrastructure networks, electrical systems rely on highly accurate data to represent the relationships between interconnected assets such as cables, substations and service cabinets.

Any inconsistency in these relationships can compromise data reliability, hinder operational decision-making and increase risks during maintenance, fault management and future network interventions.

Capture Reliable Data Directly in the Field

The effectiveness of work monitoring depends on the quality and reliability of the data collected in the field.

With Dotic solutions:

Field teams use ConnectField to capture information on network assets, including cables, service cabinets, substations and service connections
Data is collected through structured forms aligned with operational and asset data requirements
Every asset is accurately geolocated to improve network visibility and traceability
Observations are fully documented with photographs, technical characteristics and identified issues

By structuring data at the point of capture, organisations can reduce errors, eliminate duplicate data entry and improve overall data consistency.

This approach is particularly valuable for electrical networks, where accurate asset information is essential for safe operations, effective maintenance and reliable network management.

Structure Data According to Network Data Standards

Industry data standards provide a common framework for modelling electrical networks and structuring information exchanges between project stakeholders.

They support the entire asset lifecycle, including:

Network design and engineering
Construction and field operations
Integration into GIS and operational systems

In practice, however:

Data is not always produced consistently across organisations and contractors
Information may be incomplete, inconsistent or poorly structured
Variations in data quality can complicate integration and long-term network management

With Dotic solutions:

Field and project data can be structured according to recognised network data models and requirements
Data inconsistencies are identified early in the process
Teams work from a shared and consistent network reference dataset

This structured approach improves data quality, simplifies integration into GIS and operational systems, and helps ensure that network information remains reliable throughout the project lifecycle.

Produce Reliable and Compliant As-Built Deliverables

As-built deliverables play a critical role in the final stages of electrical infrastructure projects, providing the information required for asset acceptance, GIS integration and future network operations.

These deliverables typically require:

High levels of geographic accuracy
Well-structured and complete asset data
Consistent and reliable information that can be integrated into operational systems

Because these requirements directly influence project acceptance and long-term asset management, the quality of as-built data is a key success factor.

With Dotic solutions:

Data is captured directly in the field using ConnectField
Information is validated and checked throughout the project lifecycle
As-built deliverables are generated from reliable and structured data sources
The risk of rejection, rework and post-delivery corrections is significantly reduced

This approach helps organisations produce high-quality deliverables, streamline project acceptance and ensure that network data remains accurate and operationally reliable from day one.

Centralise and Visualise Data Within a GIS

Once collected, project data must be easily accessible, shared and ready for operational use.

With Dotic solutions:

Field data is automatically synchronised within ConnectServices
Electrical networks and project activities are visualised through an interactive GIS platform
Teams can monitor completed works and analyse project progress in real time
Information is shared across contractors, project managers, field teams and network operators

This centralised approach provides a comprehensive and up-to-date view of the network, helping organisations improve coordination, enhance decision-making and maintain greater control over project delivery.

Validate Data Quality Before Integration into Operational Systems

Data generated during construction and maintenance projects must be validated before being integrated into operational systems.

With Dotic solutions:

Data quality checks are performed using ConnectControl
Topological inconsistencies and connectivity issues are automatically detected
Compliance with required data models, specifications and delivery requirements can be verified
Detailed validation and quality control reports are generated to support project reviews and approvals

This validation process helps ensure that only accurate, consistent and reliable data is integrated into GIS, asset management and operational systems, providing a trusted foundation for future network operations and maintenance.

Manage Data Issues and Track Corrective Actions

Any issues identified during project monitoring must be resolved before final validation and acceptance.

With Dotic solutions:

Data quality issues and project discrepancies are identified and accurately geolocated
Defects, reservations and outstanding actions are tracked within ConnectServices
Corrective actions can be assigned, monitored and managed throughout the resolution process
All modifications and corrections are fully traceable and documented

This structured approach helps organisations ensure the compliance of both network assets and associated data, while maintaining full visibility of corrective actions from identification through to resolution.

Plan and Manage Field Interventions

Work monitoring also involves the effective planning and coordination of field interventions.

With Dotic solutions:

Teams can visualise intervention areas directly on a map
Field activities can be prioritised according to operational needs and project requirements
Progress is monitored throughout the execution of works
Plans and priorities can be adjusted based on real-time feedback from the field

By relying on accurate and up-to-date network data, organisations can make better operational decisions, improve coordination between teams and ensure that interventions are carried out efficiently and effectively.

An Approach Designed for the Electrical Utility Sector

Dotic solutions are designed for a wide range of stakeholders involved in electrical infrastructure projects, including:

Network operators and utility companies
Construction and maintenance contractors
Engineering and design consultancies
Local authorities and public organisations

By providing a shared platform for field data collection, project monitoring and GIS-based management, Dotic helps organisations standardise data exchanges, improve information quality and strengthen collaboration between all project participants.

This connected approach enables stakeholders to work from a common source of truth, improving coordination, reducing errors and supporting more efficient project delivery.

An Integrated Part of the Electrical Network Management Lifecycle

Work monitoring across electrical networks is about far more than overseeing construction activities.

It creates a direct link between field operations, technical asset data and operational information systems, helping organisations improve the long-term management, maintenance and performance of their infrastructure.

As industry requirements for data quality, asset modelling and as-built deliverables continue to evolve, the ability to capture, validate and make effective use of reliable network data has become a strategic priority for network operators, contractors and infrastructure owners alike.

By combining field-connected applications, GIS-based management tools and data quality controls, organisations can strengthen operational oversight, improve collaboration and build a trusted foundation for the future management of their electrical networks.