Summary
The increasing complexity of substation protection and automation systems—driven by functional integration, cybersecurity demands, and the evolution of digital substations—calls for a rethinking of engineering practices.
Read more Read lessThis paper presents a best-practice methodology for engineering execution in PAC (Protection,
Automation, and Control) projects, rooted in the adoption of integrated platforms. These platforms enable unified handling of configuration, testing, and documentation workflows, while capturing and reusing engineering knowledge across teams and project lifecycles.
The paper emphasizes how the convergence of engineering and documentation tools supports not only project efficiency but also serves as a foundation for educational delivery. Additional attention is paid to implementing modern digital technologies, like AI.
The contribution advocates for a methodological shift: from fragmented engineering tools toward cohesive, traceable, and education-friendly environments that act as both execution platforms and knowledge systems. These systems foster consistency, accelerate learning, and prepare engineering teams for a future of increasingly digital, interconnected, and highresponsibility PAC infrastructures.
Additional informations
| Publication type | Session Materials |
|---|---|
| Reference | B5_12474_2026 |
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| Publisher | CIGRE |
| Country | Germany |
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| File size | 801 KB |
| Price for non member | 30 € |
| Price for member | 30 € |
Authors
TICKOO Kuldeep - Siemens AG Germany; VARSHAVYAK Mariya - Siemens AG Germany; TOMALAK Viktor - Siemens AG Germany
