Schneider Electric, headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France, is one of the world's foremost providers of smart grid technology, offering a comprehensive suite of software and hardware solutions that span the entire lifecycle of the electricity grid. Its flagship platform, EcoStruxure Grid, integrates advanced distribution management systems (ADMS), distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS), and IoT-enabled grid edge devices to give utilities real-time visibility and control over their networks. With over 135,000 employees operating in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric serves a vast global customer base of distribution utilities, industrial operators, and infrastructure providers.
A recognised pioneer in digitalising the grid, Schneider Electric's One Digital Grid Platform — launched in 2025 — uses AI to unify planning, operations, and asset management without requiring utilities to overhaul existing systems. The platform provides real-time outage restoration estimates, including during extreme weather events, significantly improving customer communication and grid resilience. Independent analysis by Forrester found that Schneider's ADMS and DERMS solutions delivered a 184% return on investment for utility customers, with a payback period of just 16 months. Through strategic partnerships — such as its collaboration with AiDash for satellite-powered vegetation management — Schneider Electric continues to push the boundaries of what smart grid infrastructure can achieve, making it an indispensable partner in Europe's energy transition.