Why Natural Gas Power Plant Executives Need Next-Generation Data Solutions

by Steven Mauss, CEO and President at Knowledge Relay, Inc

As CEO of Knowledge Relay, I’ve spent over four decades helping Energy leaders turn complex data into actionable intelligence.

My journey began as a Senior Systems Engineer at Rockwell International, where I learned firsthand how the right data can transform operations. Since founding Knowledge Relay in 1991, my mission has been consistent: Empower power plant executives with technologies and services that drive measurable results.

Today, natural gas power plants face a perfect storm of challenges, with rising regulatory demands, operational complexity (especially during STOs), and relentless pressure to optimize performance. As I’ve noted before, “the U.S. is set to break its electricity usage records, fueled by the power demands of AI technology and data centers.”

To stay ahead, you need more than spreadsheets and siloed dashboards—you need a unified, intelligent data solution that works as hard as your team does.

Data as a Strategic Asset, Not a Burden

As a power plant executive, you may realize that while your plant systems produce an ocean of data, what you really need are actionable insights. I’ve seen organizations spend countless hours wrangling information from disparate systems, only to end up with outdated or incomplete reports.

That’s why Knowledge Relay was built to integrate seamlessly with your existing enterprise platforms—including SAP PM, Maximo, Oracle P6, and others—so you get real-time, accurate metrics without the IT headaches. Our approach is simple: Automate the busy work, surface critical insights, and let you and your experts focus on what matters most: Running safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Compliance and Audit Readiness

Regulatory compliance isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a business imperative. Knowledge Relay solutions are NRC and DOE compliance-ready, providing the transparency and traceability auditors demand.

We automate reporting and logging, so you’re always audit-ready with no last-minute scrambles and no surprises. It’s only one of the ways we help you reduce risk and free up your team to focus on operational excellence, not paperwork.

Unlocking Efficiency and Reducing Costs

With many U.S power facilities relying on Knowledge Relay, we’ve proven that the right data solution can deliver tangible results. Beyond our data migration and integration services, reporting, and dashboards, we have Enterprise Earned Value solutions and are introducing AI-powered analytics to better manage outages, optimize maintenance, and extend asset lifecycles . . . all of which maximize plant profitability and minimize downtime.

As I’ve shared in a recent blog, outsourcing your data integration and analytics to a partner with deep industry expertise isn’t just a cost-saver—it’s a force multiplier for your entire operation!

Future-Proof, Secure, and Scalable

For power plant executives, your data is essentially your competitive edge . . . and it can never be compromised. Knowledge Relay’s Solution-as-a-Service (SaaS) maintains your data sovereignty and security, with minimal disruption to your existing workflows. Our proven industry technologies and services ensure you’re always at the leading edge, without the burden of managing complex IT projects internally.

A Partner You Can Trust

At Knowledge Relay we deliver outcomes. Our team brings decades of hands-on experience in business intelligence, systems engineering, and energy operations. We know what works, and we know how to make it work for you.

If you’re ready to unlock the full potential of your plant’s data and secure your place at the forefront of the industry, let’s talk!

I invite you to connect with me directly for an executive briefing. Together, we can turn your plant data into your most valuable asset.