MINNETONKA, MN, July 15, 2025 – Siemens and TRC Companies (TRC) have partnered to support the Salt River Project (SRP) in replacing its meter data management system with Siemens’ Gridscale X Meter Data Management (MDM) software. The new system supports SRP’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) 2.0 goals by improving scalability, performance, and data insight. It enhances the utility’s ability to collect, process, and analyze consumption data from end users. TRC provided end-to-end delivery, including planning, implementation, data migration, and system integration.
SRP supplies electricity to about 1.5 million customers in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Its service territory covers nearly 2,900 square miles. Electricity demand is rising as the region grows, driven by new residents, businesses, data centers, and electric vehicle charging stations.
“Meter data management software is critical to any utility’s advanced metering infrastructure journey,” said Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Siemens Grid Software. “It is a crucial piece of the puzzle to enable flexibility and future-proofing as the utility’s needs evolve.”
“We selected TRC and Siemens for their strong technical expertise, industry knowledge, and alignment with our future AMI goals,” said Sheenam Arora, SRP’s director of customer technology. “Their collaborative approach and experience working with utility clients made them an ideal partner for this initiative. Together, we have been able to successfully implement a robust MDMS platform that has strengthened our current metering processes and is a foundation for our future goals in further enhancing data driven decision-making, streamlining metering processes, and ultimately delivering greater value to our customers.”
SRP identified the need to replace MDM software with a flexible and scalable system to meet both current and future requirements. The Gridscale X MDM platform can handle large volumes of data from 1.2 million customers after installation. It integrates with SRP’s data warehouse and customer portal, and it is designed to improve data integrity across operations. This upgrade also prepares SRP for future use of Gridscale X MDM software with SAP S/4 customer information system (CIS).
Siemens’ Gridscale X MDM software is designed for scalability, performance, and functionality. Its interoperability makes point-to-point data conversions from various metering systems, enabling integration with network connections. The software can aggregate data from distributed energy resources for effective management of production and consumption. Real-time monitoring features assist with load management. The MDM platform can also serve as a “system of record” tool, if needed for compliance purposes.
“TRC brings deep utility knowledge and understanding of technology integrations,” said Craig Cavanaugh, president of digital solutions at TRC. “Combined with Siemens’ advanced meter data management software, we are helping SRP reach its sustainability and reliability goals, ultimately providing better service to its customers.”
Source: Siemens
About Siemens
Siemens Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Siemens AG, operates across industry, infrastructure, transportation, and healthcare sectors. Founded in 1847, Siemens AG has more than 175 years of history and is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Its U.S. operations are based in Washington, D.C. In fiscal year 2024, which ended on September 30, the Siemens Group USA reported revenue of $21.2B. The company maintains 24 manufacturing sites in the United States and employs over 45,000 people, serving customers in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Siemens focuses on integrating digital and physical technologies to support customer needs in efficiency, urban development, and sustainable transportation. The company applies industrial AI – including generative AI – to use cases across sectors.
About Siemens Smart Infrastructure
Siemens Smart Infrastructure, a division of Siemens AG, is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland. The division focuses on integrating energy systems, buildings and industrial processes to improve efficiency and functionality. It offers a range of solutions including HVAC controls, fire safety systems, security, energy performance services, grid resilience tools and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. These solutions support industries such as data centers, energy and manufacturing. Siemens Smart Infrastructure addresses challenges related to urbanization and climate change by developing systems that span the entire energy value chain—from power generation to end use. The division also emphasizes cybersecurity to ensure secure, reliable operations in increasingly digital environments. As of fiscal year 2024, the division reported a profit margin of 17.3 percent and employed approximately 78,500 people worldwide.
About TRC Companies
TRC Companies, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Windsor, CT, is a consulting and engineering firm that provides services in environmental, infrastructure, and energy sectors. The company supports public and private clients across industries including power, transportation, water, real estate, and oil and gas. Its work spans regulatory compliance, environmental remediation, permitting, engineering design, construction, and grid modernization. TRC operates more than 150 offices and employs nearly 8,000 people. The firm has evolved from an air quality research organization to a multidisciplinary service provider supporting infrastructure and environmental projects. Its services also include technical consulting for clean energy, decarbonization strategies, and resilience planning. TRC reported estimated annual revenues between $1.3 billion and $2.2 billion. The company focuses on integrating technical expertise with knowledge to deliver solutions across its project portfolio.