Energy
Distributed grid operations require precise infrastructure control.
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Across the energy value chain
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Support grid operations from substation to customer
Extend OT/IT capabilities without grid disruption
Deploy governed private cloud with hardened OT/IT segmentation to extend analytics and automation to SCADA, AMI and substation systems while protecting grid stability.
Utility grid private cloud and edge compute
Deploy governed, NERC CIP-aligned private cloud with edge compute across substations, AMI networks and control centers, plus GPU-enabled infrastructure for load forecasting, outage prediction and grid-scale AI inferencing.
Maintain audit readiness across compliance cycles
Pair Rubrik-backed cyber recovery with structured, audit-ready reporting frameworks aligned to NERC CIP-015-1, emissions reporting mandates and ESG requirements.
Energy AI
The grid is changing, but reliability remains the priority
As you integrate DERs, address NERC CIP requirements and introduce AI-driven demand forecasting, you’re also managing aging OT infrastructure, changing load patterns and growing expectations for real-time information. Solar, wind, battery storage, EV charging and other distributed resources add new sources of data and variability across generation, transmission and distribution. At the same time, reliability and regulatory requirements remain constant.
Coordinating more systems, data and decisions across environments that were often built and managed separately increases the need for real-time visibility and precise operational control. Infrastructure also has to support new analytics and automation while protecting reliable grid operations.
Explore Enterprise AI CloudOT/IT convergence can increase grid risk
ICS, SCADA, AMI and substation automation systems were engineered for stability and predictable control. Extending them into cloud analytics and automation requires precise architectural control to protect grid reliability and manage regulatory exposure.
DER integration adds operational variability
Solar, wind and distributed energy resources introduce variability that demands real-time load analysis, voltage monitoring and DER coordination across wide geographies, while utilities maintain NERC CIP-aligned controls on systems facing higher volumes and velocity of data.
Legacy platforms face growing data demands
Smart meters, EV charging networks and battery storage create high-velocity data streams that can strain legacy CRM and billing platforms. The result can be slower outage communications, limited digital self-service and customer experience gaps.
Compliance demands continue to grow
NERC CIP, emissions reporting mandates and ESG frameworks require coordinated data, hardened network segmentation and repeatable audit evidence. Manual compliance processes can add cost and risk as requirements evolve.
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FAQ
Common questions about cloud and AI solutions for the Energy sector
How does Rackspace support NERC CIP compliance in converged OT and IT environments?
Rackspace helps utilities align their OT and IT environments with NERC CIP requirements through network segmentation, zero trust security controls and defined data boundaries. These capabilities help protect SCADA and AMI systems while supporting audit readiness, grid reliability and the adoption of cloud and AI technologies.
How does Rackspace support NERC CIP-015-1 internal network monitoring requirements?
Rackspace provides segmented network architectures and continuous monitoring capabilities designed to support utilities in addressing NERC CIP-015-1 internal network monitoring requirements. These solutions help centralize logging, improve network visibility and support audit readiness. Rackspace does not provide regulatory certification, but its infrastructure can support a utility's broader compliance program.
How does Rackspace help utilities prepare for FERC large-load interconnection requirements?
Rackspace provides scalable private cloud and data infrastructure to help utilities analyze, plan for and manage large-load interconnection requests. These capabilities support data processing, infrastructure planning and evolving regulatory requirements while helping utilities reduce the operational impact on existing billing and grid management systems.