Buzz and Beyond

How can utilities turn massive amounts of inspection imagery into actionable intelligence that improves grid reliability?

Recorded at Utility Analytics Week 2026, this special panel discussion brings together experts from Buzz Solutions, Skydio, and Dominion Energy to explore how drone technology and Visual AI are transforming infrastructure inspections and asset management.

Join Vikhyat "Vik" Chaudhry, CTO & Co-Founder of Buzz Solutions, Christina Park, Sr. Director of Energy Strategy at Skydio, and Robert "Jason" Burnette of Dominion Energy as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of implementing AI across utility operations.

In this episode:

💡 How drones and automation are changing utility inspections

💡 Using Visual AI to identify infrastructure defects and anomalies

💡 Turning inspection data into actionable maintenance priorities

💡 Building workforce trust and encouraging AI adoption

💡 Scaling AI programs from initial pilots to real-world operations

Discover how utilities are moving beyond data collection to make smarter, faster, and more proactive asset management decisions.

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🚁 Docked drones are ushering in a new era of utility inspections, offering exciting opportunities to automate data collection, expand inspection coverage, and improve how utilities manage critical infrastructure.

In this episode of Buzz & Beyond, Buzz Solutions Director of Solutions Brandon Bozarth and VP of Sales Seth Hutcherson explore how utility inspection technology has evolved and why docked drones represent a significant step forward in scaling inspection programs.

Drawing on their firsthand experience, Brandon and Seth discuss the shift from traditional inspections to autonomous drone operations, the growing potential of Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) technology, and how one-to-many drone management could reshape inspection workflows.

They also explore the importance of pairing automated data capture with AI-powered imagery analysis to turn increasing volumes of inspection data into actionable intelligence.

In this episode, you'll discover:

How utility inspection methods have evolved over the past decade.

Why docked drones are creating new opportunities for automated inspections.

The role of BVLOS operations and one-to-many drone management.

How Visual AI helps utilities manage growing volumes of inspection imagery.

What the next 5–10 years could look like for autonomous utility inspections.

As drone technology advances, utilities have an opportunity to move beyond traditional inspection methods toward more scalable, efficient, and proactive asset management.

🎙️ Tune in to hear what's next for docked drones and the future of utility inspections.

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What happens when utilities combine the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with AI-driven inspection data?

In this episode of Buzz & Beyond, Buzz Solutions Director Brandon Bozarth joins Product Manager Eric Hockman to discuss how GIS and Visual AI are helping utilities better understand their infrastructure, prioritize maintenance, and make more informed asset management decisions.

They explore why GIS serves as the foundation for connecting inspection imagery to physical assets, how risk data can help prioritize repairs, and why identifying patterns across the grid is just as important as detecting individual defects.

From wildfire risk assessment to uncovering larger infrastructure issues, Brandon and Eric explain how utilities can turn growing volumes of inspection data into actionable intelligence and shift from reactive maintenance toward more proactive grid management.

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What happens when GIS and Visual AI come together to transform utility inspections?

As utilities collect more inspection imagery than ever before, the challenge is no longer just gathering data. It's connecting that information to the assets, locations, and operational decisions that matter most.

In this episode, Buzz Solutions CEO & Co-Founder Kaitlyn Albertoli joins Tom Lenzen of Esri to explore how integrating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with Visual AI can help utilities unlock greater value from their inspection programs.

Together, they discuss the evolving role of GIS in utility infrastructure management, the impact of drone technology on inspections, and the opportunities ahead as utilities work to turn visual data into actionable intelligence.

Topics explored include:

🔸 Why connecting GIS and Visual AI matters for utilities

🔸 The evolving role of GIS in utility inspections

🔸 How drones are changing the way utilities collect inspection data

🔸 The relationship between Buzz Solutions and Esri

🔸 What's next for utility inspection technology over the next 12–18 months

Discover how connected inspection intelligence can help utilities move toward more informed, proactive asset management.

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How can utilities move from experimenting with AI to creating real operational value?

At CEATI, Rob Mason of Dominion Energy shared a real-world case study on how Dominion has expanded its use of AI across asset management and inspection programs. Joined on stage by Buzz Solutions CEO & Co-Founder Kaitlyn Albertoli, the discussion explores Dominion’s AI journey, the growth of its drone program, and the importance of building trust as new technologies are introduced into utility operations.

The conversation covers how Dominion is using AI to:

⚡ Manage the growing volume of inspection imagery and data

⚡ Support engineers and reduce time spent on manual analysis

⚡ Integrate AI with structure-specific asset data

⚡ Improve reliability and operational performance

⚡ Build a scalable, long-term approach to AI adoption

Rob also shares why Dominion chose to start small rather than pursue full inspection automation from day one, and how its partnership with Buzz Solutions has evolved alongside the utility’s needs.

Watch the full discussion to hear how Dominion Energy is putting AI into practice and what other utilities can learn from its journey.

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Where is AI actually delivering value in commercial drone programs today?

Recorded live at Commercial UAV Expo (CUAV), this panel brings together industry leaders to explore how AI is moving beyond the hype and into real-world drone operations.

The conversation covers where AI is making an impact today, the importance of keeping humans in the loop, how organizations can prepare their teams to work alongside AI, and what it takes to turn growing volumes of aerial data into meaningful insights.

Buzz Solutions CTO and Co-Founder Vikhyat (Vik) Chaudhry joins Achal Negi of FlytBase, Ismar A. of Stratus Autonomous, and Desiree Ekstein of On The Go Video.biz for a wide-ranging discussion on the future of AI and commercial drones.

Vik also shares a utility perspective, including how AI can help grid operators navigate increasingly complex infrastructure, extreme weather, growing electricity demand, and the need for more intelligent inspection and asset management.

🎧 Tune in for a practical conversation about what AI can do today, where humans still play a critical role, and what comes next for AI-powered drone programs.

Topics include: AI in commercial drone operations, human-in-the-loop AI, aerial inspections, data analytics, utility infrastructure, grid modernization, and the future of autonomous operations.

What does poor inspection data really cost a utility?

In this episode of Buzz and Beyond, host Brandon Bozarth, Director of Solutions at Buzz Solutions, sits down with William Badnaruk, Senior Solutions Engineer, to explore why data quality is foundational to successful aerial inspection programs and AI-powered analysis.

From inconsistent image capture and motion blur to missed shots and poor resolution, seemingly small data quality issues can have an impact downstream. Brandon and William discuss how consistent, high-quality inspection data can improve AI analysis, reduce unnecessary reshoots and truck rolls, support better decision-making, and help utilities get greater ROI from their inspection programs.

They also explore how PowerAI and Data Quality AI can help utilities manage inspection data at scale, streamline workflows, and turn large volumes of visual data into actionable insights.

In this episode:

🔹 Common issues that impact aerial inspection image quality

🔹 Why consistency matters across assets and inspection cycles

🔹 How image quality impacts AI-powered analysis

🔹 The real cost of poor inspection data

🔹 How utilities can improve data collection and program standards

🔹 Using AI as a force multiplier for inspection teams

🔹 Moving from reactive inspections toward proactive and preventative maintenance

Better data doesn’t just mean better AI. It means better decisions.

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What happens after the flight?

In this presentation from AEP Drone Days 2026, Brandon Bozarth, Director of Solutions at Buzz Solutions, explores how utilities can transform inspection imagery into actionable intelligence that improves reliability, strengthens asset management, and supports better operational decisions.

Hosted by AEP Ohio at Columbus State Community College, AEP Drone Days brought together utility leaders, drone innovators, and technology providers to discuss the future of utility inspections.

In this session, Brandon shares how AI has evolved beyond simply detecting defects to becoming a trusted part of utility operations. He also walks through Buzz Solutions' work with AEP Texas, discusses what utilities should look for when evaluating AI platforms, and explains how integrating AI with GIS, asset management, and existing utility workflows helps turn inspection data into meaningful action.

In this presentation:

⚡ What happens after the flight and why it matters

⚡ The evolution of AI for utility inspections

⚡ Building trust in AI-powered inspection programs

⚡ Lessons learned from Buzz Solutions' AEP Texas case study

⚡ Evaluating AI platforms for long-term success

⚡ Integrating AI with GIS and utility workflows to improve reliability

Speaker: Brandon Bozarth

Director of Solutions, Buzz Solutions

Event: AEP Drone Days 2026

Host: AEP Ohio

Location: Columbus State Community College

Presentation Date: July 23, 2026

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As utilities adopt AI to modernize inspections and improve grid reliability, cybersecurity has become one of the most important considerations when evaluating new technology.

In this episode of Buzz & Beyond, Brandon Bozarth, Director of Solutions at Buzz Solutions, is joined by Senior Solutions Engineer Jon Day to discuss the cybersecurity questions they hear most often from utility customers. Together, they explore common misconceptions about AI, what utilities should look for in a secure AI platform, and the standards and best practices that help protect critical infrastructure.

Whether you're evaluating AI vendors or simply looking to better understand cybersecurity in utility operations, this conversation offers practical insights into building trust, protecting sensitive data, and deploying AI responsibly.

In this episode:

Why cybersecurity is a top priority for utilities adopting AI

The difference between generative AI and computer vision AI

Common questions utilities ask about data privacy

How customer data is protected

Cloud security and encryption best practices

The importance of SOC 2, ISO 27001, and secure infrastructure

What utilities should evaluate before selecting an AI vendor

Host: Brandon Bozarth, Director of Solutions, Buzz Solutions

Guest: Jon Day, Senior Solutions Engineer, Buzz Solutions

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How difficult is it to implement AI for utility inspections?

In this episode of Buzz & Beyond, host Nicole Estevez, Jr. Marketing Associate at Buzz Solutions, sits down with Richard Mejia, Lead PMO at Buzz Solutions, to discuss what implementation actually looks like for utilities adopting AI-powered inspection workflows.

From onboarding and IT involvement to drone program maturity and training requirements, Richard shares practical insights from helping utilities move from pilot projects to production deployments.

Whether your team is operating hundreds of drones or just getting started with a pilot and a few assets, this conversation offers a realistic look at the path to implementation.

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