CGI and Schneider Electric expand ADMS‑GIS grid services across German‑speaking Europe

CGI widens grid services reach in German‑speaking Europe

Integrated ADMS‑GIS offering targets DACH energy suppliers

CGI announces an expanded strategic partnership with Schneider Electric to support energy suppliers across the DACH region, aiming to accelerate grid digitization and network transformation. The agreement, unveiled in Eschborn, Germany, pairs CGI’s energy sector consulting, software implementation and managed‑services capabilities with Schneider Electric’s Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The move extends decades of collaboration into German‑speaking countries and targets utilities facing growing regulatory demands and higher shares of renewables.

The partnership focuses on delivering end‑to‑end solutions that combine systems integration, cloud deployments and ongoing operations support to drive process optimisation and cost efficiencies for network operators. CGI positions its implementation teams and service desks alongside Schneider’s grid planning tools to offer 24/7 support, scalable cloud environments and clear service level agreements. The combined offering emphasises measurable outcomes through automated reporting, key performance indicators and governance layers that are designed to meet tightening compliance targets.

Executives from both firms frame the work as an industrial response to the energy transition, with CGI stressing long industry experience and Schneider Electric highlighting operational delivery into measurable client value. Stefan Becker, president of CGI Germany operations, notes the firms have "over 30 years" of joint experience with major energy companies and says the collaboration pairs technological excellence with sector knowledge to help utilities navigate strict rules. Caroline Pim, Schneider Electric’s vice‑president for Power Systems in the DACH region, says deeper cooperation will support secure, efficient and sustainable network transformation.

AI, standards and peer collaboration

The partners explicitly position artificial intelligence as a critical enabler for future transformation projects and say they will collaborate within Eurelectric’s Digitopia Business Hub to share lessons and align on digital standards. CGI and Schneider expect participation in the forum to accelerate digitalisation timelines by exchanging best practices among suppliers and technology firms.

Operational model aimed at measurable savings

CGI and Schneider plan to leverage combined data platforms, continuous improvement processes and integrated teams to reduce operational costs while integrating distributed energy resources. The model prioritises automated workflows, predictable SLAs and 24/7 support to help utilities meet regulatory targets and improve sustainability outcomes.