Sharper Shape Group

Unlock the power of predictive asset management with Sharper Shape! Our Sharper CORE technology utilizes #AI collected from drone-based inspections to anticipate maintenance needs, minimize downtime, and maximize efficiency.   Discover how you can stay ahead of the curve and ensure optimal performance in your #utility management. 🚀 Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/efaTEY-j

Meet Kristy McDermott, Vice President of Sales & Commercial Processes at Sharper Shape 👋   Could you provide a brief overview of your career history/education/training? I am a seasoned technology professional with over 30 years of experience in driving business growth and operational excellence. I hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Iowa, which provided a strong foundation in business and analytical skills.   What are your core roles and responsibilities at Sharper Shape? I am responsible for the growth of Sharper Shape’s customer base and developing a global sales team. 🌎   What do you enjoy the most about working in the power/utilities sector? I find the power and utilities sector fascinating because it plays a crucial role in shaping sustainable futures ⚡. The transition to renewable energy sources, innovations in smart grid technology, and efforts to enhance energy efficiency are all exciting developments. It’s rewarding to see how advancements in this field can positively impact communities and the environment. Plus, the challenges of balancing reliability, affordability, and sustainability keep things dynamic and engaging!   What excites you most about the new Asset Insights module? What excites me most about defect detection in electric assets “asset Insights” is the potential for predictive maintenance. Advanced technologies like AI and machine learning can analyse data in real-time to identify patterns and anomalies, enabling early detection of issues before they lead to failures.   What are your hobbies outside of work? In my free time I enjoy golfing and being outdoors⛳.

🎄✨ This holiday season, we at Sharper Shape are celebrating the gift of innovation, safety, and sustainability! Just like the holidays bring us together, our technology brings precision and peace of mind to our clients – ensuring a brighter, safer future for all. 🌟 Wishing you a very Merry Christmas! 🎅

❄️ Winter storms have recently plunged hundreds of thousands in the U.S. into darkness. With a staggering 240,000+ miles of high-voltage transmission lines crisscrossing the nation, ensuring their safety is no small feat! Sharper CORE uses AI to predict and prevent asset risks, helping you not just respond to issues, but anticipate them, keeping you miles ahead in the game of asset safety. Stay one move ahead in your asset management. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/efaTEY-j

🌟 We're Hiring! 🌟   Are you passionate about technology and making a real-world impact? Join us as a Customer Success & Sales Support Manager to support our advanced SaaS solution, CORE.   What the role involves: - Assist with software installations, provide training, and resolve inquiries. - Conduct engaging demos and represent our innovation at industry conferences. - Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and drive improvement.   Why join us? - Work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-growing industry. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - A collaborative, innovative team that values your expertise.   📍 Ready to join our team? Apply today: https://lnkd.in/eiZHEHb

Sharper Shape is proud to complete its ISO/IEC 27001 certification with the guidance of third-party audit firm A-LIGN! This comprehensive, globally recognized attestation validates our commitment to critical security standards to protect and secure client data. #ISO27001 #Compliance #Cybersecurity 🔐🛡️

Feeling like you're always playing catch-up with asset management? 💭 The pace of change can be daunting, but with our Living Digital Twin and cutting-edge #AI algorithms, you can stay ahead of the curve. Analyze every detail of your assets, predict potential failures, and prioritize maintenance before issues arise. This proactive approach doesn't just cut repair costs and protect uptime—it boosts planning efficiency, saves money, and enhances service #reliability. Ready to transform your operations? Discover how our solutions can make a difference: https://lnkd.in/efaTEY-j

Meet James Conlin, Product Manager at Sharper Shape 👋 Could you provide a brief overview of your career history/education? Foundational Degree in Popular Music, Bachelors Degree in Popular and Contemporary Music, 5 years as a teacher , 10 years as a professional musician, 3 years as a Drone Pilot, 3 years as a Data Analyst , 3 Years as Product Manager/Customer Success Manager What are your core roles and responsibilities at Sharper Shape? At Sharper Shape, I try to make our customers successful with the solutions that we offer. We have a rather large range of solutions touching many corners of the realm of remote sensing and it’s my responsibility to ensure that users have as soft a landing as possible when undertaking their complex projects in the utility space. What do you enjoy the most about working in the power/utilities sector? Ahh! So many things. I love learning 📚 and teaching. The utility sector is slow to adapt to new technologies and why not? They have a hundred-year long history of walking their power lines and fixing only when things are broken. 🛠️ I love seeing users wake up to the future of large-scale data insights informing their organizations in transformative ways. From linemen and women ⚡ to project staff and management – the utility sector is really stepping up their game. What excites you most about the new Asset Insights module? Personally, I am really enamored with the way we’ve levelled up our system. I think of Asset Insights and its future as a machine that can’t help but improve itself as time goes on while your regular work provides inspection results today! It’s really a super exciting time to be at Sharper Shape. 🎉 Imagine any time your inspector notices a fault with a component in an image, CORE can automatically utilize their results as training data for the next batch of defect classifiers! Wow! What are your hobbies outside of work?  Outside of work, I play guitar 🎸 a lot as well as video games! I have a 16 month old baby who is in an incredibly fun place right now (❁´◡`❁) What book are you reading/podcast are you listening to/TV show are you watching at the moment?  🎙️Always Marc Maron’s WTF podcast as well as If Books Could Kill, another podcast. 📺For TV – I Think You Should Leave has become a constantly quoted staple of my household and I can’t wait for another season.

Unlock richer asset insights with Sharper Shape’s Data Collection Services! 🚁 Our cutting-edge sensor payloads—delivered via helicopters and drones—enable single-flight data collection for unparalleled efficiency. ✅ High-definition images ✅ LiDAR data ✅ Hyperspectral and infrared imagery These advanced datasets empower you with comprehensive analysis and precise inspections, helping enhance asset management and bolster safety protocols. Ready to optimize your operations with smarter data collection? Learn more about our solutions: https://lnkd.in/e2k9wxrW

At Sharper Shape, we're redefining what's possible in utility operations, using cutting-edge technology to enhance efficiency and reliability. As we plan for the future, we want to hear from you—the experts driving progress every day! 🚀