GE Vernova Smallworld
Industry-leading network GIS software for utilities and communications companies.
Overview
GE Smallworld is a long-standing, powerful network information system designed to provide a comprehensive and accurate digital twin of a utility's network. It excels at managing the entire asset lifecycle, from planning and design to operations and maintenance. It is a highly scalable and customizable system used by many of the world's largest utility companies.
✨ Key Features
- Detailed and accurate network modeling
- Data management for the entire asset lifecycle
- Scalable architecture for large enterprises
- Industry-specific product suites (Electric, Gas, Water, Comms)
- Integration with operational systems (OMS, DMS)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Robust, version-managed database for long transactions and design scenarios
- Highly customizable and extensible data models and applications
- Proven scalability in very large, tier-1 utility environments
Unique Value: Provides an extremely powerful and reliable system of record for the most complex utility networks, supporting critical design and operational workflows.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Large investor-owned electric utility network management
- National telecommunications infrastructure mapping
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small utilities or municipalities with limited budgets and IT staff
- Simple asset mapping projects not requiring complex network topology
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more powerful network modeling and version management than traditional Esri solutions, but is less open and has a less modern user interface than newer competitors like IQGeo. The new Esri Utility Network is a direct competitor.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: N/A
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