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David Goddard, Head of Digital at Hitachi ABB Power Grids, said, “Utilities are required to conduct cybersecurity assessments of many of their vendors to remain in compliance with regulatory requirements. By sharing information through the Asset to Vendor Network, Hitachi ABB Power Grids is simplifying the process for utilities and reducing the amount of effort and cost involved in completing multiple, similar assessments. This in turn frees up resources for all concerned, enabling them to focus on their core businesses, maintaining strong, reliable and resilient grids.” David Goddard added, “We are delighted to be among the first companies to participate in this industry-wide effort to provide utilities with a simpler way to access the information they need to meet their security and compliance obligations. We look forward to working with Fortress and its utility partners to make A2V a success.”

“Utilities have a long history of working together to overcome challenges and securing our mutual supply chain through A2V is just the latest example,” Tom Wilson, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for Southern Company, said. “A2V offers the opportunity for companies to collaborate and help share expertise and best practices.”

Stephen Swick, Director of Cybersecurity Intelligence and Defense for AEP, said, “Power utilities need to work together to accomplish our shared goal of a secure power grid. A2V offers the opportunity for companies to collaborate and help mitigate the significant costs of protecting the grid.”