Hitachi Energy expands digitalization portfolio to manage AI-driven grid complexity Hitachi Energy has expanded its digitalization portfolio to help utilities and asset-heavy industries tackle the increasing complexity of grids due to AI-driven load growth. The updated suite is aimed at enhancing management capabilities within the energy sector. This development responds to the challenges presented by the evolving demands of energy grids. This story was produced through MarketScale. See how Energy teams put it to work with Customer Stories & Case Studies. Key facts, context, and what it means, in one minute. Key takeaways Hitachi Energy focuses on aiding utilities with increased grid complexity. The digitalization suite targets industries affected by AI load growth. Aims to enhance grid management within the energy sector. AI data center load growth is now compounding the grid complexity that utilities were already struggling to manage from the energy transition alone. That is the framing Hitachi Energy is using to position its expanded digitalization portfolio, which spans everything from digital transformers and substations to industrial IoT platforms and cybersecurity, as essential infrastructure for power system operators in 2026. The company describes the emerging grid as a 'system of systems': distributed energy resources, microgrids, battery storage, electric vehicle charging networks, and prosumers all interacting in real time. Managing that environment without digital tooling, in Hitachi Energy's view, is no longer viable. Five capability layers, one operational argument Hitachi Energy organizes its digitalization offerings into five categories: connected products, digitally enabled services, software, digital systems, and digital transformation programs. Specific products include the TXpert Ecosystem for digital transformers, digital control and monitoring for switchgear and breakers, the Energy Connect industrial IoT platform, digital substations, and IdentiQ for HVDC, which uses digital twin technology to provide real-time operational visibility into high-voltage direct-current infrastructure. On the software side, the company