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About iTOA User Group Conference
iTOA User Group Conference is an annual conference built by the iTOA community, for the iTOA community. Utility operators, planners, compliance professionals, IT teams, and product leaders come together to exchange practical solutions, influence the iTOA roadmap, and learn from real-world implementations.
2026 Sun-Net iTOA User Group Conference Agenda
San Jose, CA (USA PDT) - Day 1 [DRAFT]
| Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | ||||
| Topic | Representing | Duration | Start | End |
| Conference Registration and Sign-In | 60 mins | 7:30 AM | 8:30 AM | |
| Welcome | UGSC | 20 mins | 8:30 AM | 8:50 AM |
| Modernizing Transmission Operations at Scale: Oncor’s Journey to iTOA V2 | Oncor | 60 mins | 8:50 AM | 9:50 AM |
| Break | 10 mins | 9:50 AM | 10:00 AM | |
| CMS Energy iTOAv2: Planned/Forced/Emergent Switching Requests, Resource Arrangement and Daily Operations Summary Reports | CMS | 50 mins | 10:00 AM | 10:50 AM |
| PECI iTOA on Cloud with End-to-End Work Request to Electronic Switching lifecycle, iTOA-NET Inter-Utility Coordination, ERCOT integration and Dashboard | PECI | 40mins | 10:50 AM | 11:30 AM |
| Lunch and Networking | 75mins | 11:30 AM | 12:45 PM | |
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New Modules and Features in iTOAv2
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Sun-Net
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60mins | 12:45 PM | 1:45 PM |
| iTOA for IT: Architecture, Microservices, Field Mobile/Offline, Integrations, APIs | Sun-Net | 40 mins | 1:45 PM | 2:25 PM |
| Break | 10 mins | 2:25 PM | 2:35 PM | |
| iTOA and ELORA: AI Driven Operations | Sun-Net | 60 mins | 2:35 PM | 3:35 PM |
| Daily Adjournment | Sun-Net/UGC | 10 mins | 3:35 PM | 3:45 PM |
| Sun-Net Hosted Event | All Attendees and Guests | 140 mins | 5:30 PM | 8:30 PM |
San Jose, CA (USA PDT) - Day 2 [DRAFT]
| Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | ||||
| Topic | Representing | Duration | Start | End |
| Breakfast | 90 mins | 7:00 AM | 8:30 AM | |
| Welcome | UGSC | 10 mins | 8:30 AM | 8:40 AM |
| Integrating iTOA with SAP and modernizing control room operations with iTOA workflow across Planning, Outages, Switching Logging at AltaLink | Altalink | 60 mins | 8:40 AM | 9:40 AM |
| Break | 10 mins | 9:40 AM | 9:50 AM | |
| VELCO iTOAv2 Request Package with Multiple Switching Plans, Interruption Outage Reporting with PRC Compliance | VELCO | 60 mins | 9:50 AM | 10:50 AM |
| Topics on Project Module: Connecting Projects, Field Requests, and System Operations or topics on ADMS integration or Outage Planning with Conflict/Bundling Rules | TBD | 40mins | 10:50 AM | 11:30 AM |
| Lunch and Networking | 75mins | 11:30 AM | 12:45 PM | |
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Unique iTOA Enhancements and Improvement
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Sun-Net
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50mins | 12:45 PM | 1:35 PM |
| Automated Notifications, Reporting & NERC Compliance with TADS, MIDAS, GADS | Sun-Net | 50 mins | 1:35 PM | 2:25 PM |
| iTOA Always On: QA, Performance, Security, Deployment and Training | Sun-Net | 50 mins | 2:25 PM | 3:15 PM |
| Daily Adjournment | Sun-Net/UGC | 10 mins | 3:15 PM | 3:25 PM |
| Shuttling to Winery | Sun-Net | 60 mins | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| An Evening at Regale Winery | All Attendees and Guests |
140 mins | 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
San Jose, CA (USA PDT) - Day 3 [DRAFT]
| Thursday, September 24, 2026 | ||||
| Topic | Representing | Duration | Start | End |
| Breakfast | 90 mins | 7:00 AM | 8:30 AM | |
| Welcome | UGSC | 20 mins | 8:30 AM | 8:50 AM |
| Sun-Net iTOA Product Roadmap | Sun-Net | 70 mins | 8:50 AM | 10:00 AM |
| Break/Raffle | 30 mins | 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM | |
| Agentic AI in Operations with ÆLORA | Sun-Net | 60 mins | 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM |
| Lunch and Networking | 70mins | 11:30 AM | 12:40 AM | |
| Panel: Project Module: From Capital/Maintenance Project Planning to Execution and integration with EAM |
Sun-Net | 30mins | 12:40 AM | 1:10 PM |
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Panel: Study Module: Recording Multiple
Studies, Study Cycles, Risk Assessments and associating with multiple Requests |
Sun-Net
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30mins | 1:10 PM | 1:40 PM |
| Panel: Resource Workload Module: Managing Control Room Workloads, Field Crew Resource Scheduling and Visualization |
Sun-Net | 30 mins | 1:40 PM | 2:10 PM |
| iTOA For Generation Operations: Managing Generation Control Center and Plant Work, Centralized Logging/Dispatch, Availability Calculations, Batteries/Renewables, GADS |
Sun-Net | 30 mins | 2:10 PM | 2:40 PM |
| Break | 10 mins | 2:40 PM | 2:50 PM | |
| Integrating with iTOA API | Sun-Net | 50 mins | 2:50 PM | 3:40 PM |
| Daily Adjournment | Sun-Net/UGC | 10 mins | 3:40 PM | 3:50 PM |
Why Attend the 2026 iTOA Conference
EMS, ADMS, OMS, GIS, SAP, and Maximo integrations
Gain valuable insights from utility experts tackling operational challenges with iTOA.
iTOA v2 Modernization
Connect with peers, industry leaders, and the Sun-Net team to expand your professional network.
Outage coordination and scheduling
Get an exclusive look at upcoming features and enhancements to the iTOA platform.
Control-room and event logging
Participate in real-world use cases and interactive panel sessions for practical knowledge.
Discover the iTOA User Group Conference 2026
Join us at the iTOA User Group Conference 2026, a pivotal event celebrating 25 years of innovation with Sun-Net. This conference is a unique opportunity for utility professionals to engage with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge solutions, and contribute to the future of utility operations. Attendees will gain insights into the latest advancements in outage coordination, scheduling, and reporting while networking with peers and experts. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a transformative experience that shapes the future of utility management.
Conference Highlights
Key Features of the 2026 Conference
Panel Discussions
Engage in dynamic sessions led by industry experts, focusing on current challenges and innovative solutions.
Utility Presentations
Discover real-world applications and success stories from leading utilities showcasing their latest projects.
Sun-Net Updates
Get an exclusive preview of the upcoming features and enhancements in the iTOA platform.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with peers, industry leaders, and the Sun-Net team to expand your professional network.
Hands-On Workshops
Participate in interactive sessions designed to provide practical insights and skills for utility operations.
Product Roadmap
Explore the future developments of iTOA and provide feedback to influence the product’s direction.
Case Studies
Learn from detailed case studies that highlight successful implementations and best practices.
Expert Panels
Join discussions with panels of experts who will share their knowledge and answer your questions.
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2150 N. 1st St, Suite 550 San Jose,
CA 95131
Join the Future of Utility Operations
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