Digital maintenance with the Line Inspection App
The Line Inspection App was developed specifically for grid operators looking to modernize their inspection and maintenance processes—particularly for aerial and ground inspections of high-voltage overhead lines. The app supports structured, mobile, and legally compliant execution—even under complex conditions.
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Business Case
Efficiency in mobile work order processing
- Structured checklists ensure standardized, traceable inspection workflows in the field
- Immediate feedback when no damage is found enables fast, clean on-site documentation
- Helicopter and on-foot inspections enable targeted assessments directly on site—even in challenging environments
Clarity instead of complexity
- Reduced complexity through clearly defined workflows
- Technically secured documentation is created and stored directly during operations
- Live asset visualization enables immediate assessment of inspection objects
- Streamlined user interface keeps users focused on the inspection task
Legal compliance & Auditability
- Technically secured documentation is created and stored directly during operations
- Legally compliant archiving is automatically assigned to the respective work order
- Inspection results remain fully traceable and accessible throughout the entire lifecycle
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Technology
Platform & Availability
- Multi-OS compatible application supporting multiple operating systems
- iOS app runs on iPhones and iPads and is deployed via MDM
- Optional Android version available as needed
Architecture & Integration
- Integration via SAP BTP and Mobile Services for seamless connectivity
- Connection to ArcGIS for geospatial data enables use of live coordinate information
- Extension of SAP Service and Asset Manager to enhance existing systems
Security & Data protection
- Centralized version control via SAP Mobile Services
- GDPR(DSGVO)-compliant usage ensuring protection of personal data
- No dependency on external cloud services required, providing additional security
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Our Services
Consulting & Implementation
- SAP integration and customization based on active SAP structures
- Analysis and simplification of existing processes for optimization
- Return to SAP standard ensured without additional effort
- Mobile Device Management (MDM) controls all mobile devices across the organization
- Implementation or extension of an MDM solution for enterprise-wide deployment
Development & Operations
- Integration across multiple SSAM versions for maximum flexibility
- SAP MDK ensures compatibility with SAP Fiori platforms
- Aligned with the SAP roadmap for long-term stability and updates