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AWS re:Invent 2023 - Digitizing energy management for a sustainable future with Iberdrola (BIZ107)

Summary

The session included speakers Carlos Pascual from Iberdrola, Guillermo Menéndez from AWS, and Juan Ignacio Iñaki-Coloñar from Deloitte.
The agenda covered an introduction to AWS for energy, how AWS aids clients in innovation and system improvement, Iberdrola's energy platform, and Deloitte's role in building the platform.
AWS for Energy is a team within AWS that combines cloud and industry expertise to support energy industry customers globally.
The energy industry is witnessing trends like electrification, a focus on energy infrastructure security, and decarbonization.
AWS for Energy provides solutions to help customers innovate, such as prototyping and leveraging cloud architecture.
Iberdrola introduced their Advanced Smart Assistant, a service that manages smart home energy devices efficiently, providing savings, digitalization, and sustainability.
The platform is built on AWS using serverless architecture, allowing scalability and cost-effectiveness.
Deloitte played a key role in developing the platform, ensuring it met business requirements and integrated with Iberdrola systems.
The partnership between AWS, Iberdrola, and Deloitte exemplifies collaboration in creating innovative energy management solutions.

AWS for Energy's focus on solutions that address specific industry challenges indicates AWS's commitment to vertical integration in the cloud services market.
The trends highlighted, such as electrification and decarbonization, reflect a global shift towards renewable energy sources and the growing importance of energy management systems.
Iberdrola's Advanced Smart Assistant demonstrates the potential of IoT and AI in transforming energy consumption patterns and promoting sustainability.
The serverless architecture of the platform underscores the benefits of cloud-native development, including scalability, cost savings, and the ability to rapidly deploy new features.
The collaboration between AWS, Iberdrola, and Deloitte serves as a case study for successful partnerships in technology innovation, highlighting the importance of combining industry expertise with cloud and IT knowledge.
The session illustrates the role of cloud providers like AWS in enabling the digital transformation of traditional industries, such as energy, through innovative cloud solutions and services.