CIMug Meeting
A users group meeting presented by the CIM Users Group
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
22 – 24 September 2026
Meeting Theme: “From CIM Models to Grid Ops: Bridging the T&D Planning‑Operations Gap via NMM”
About This Event
The CIM Users Group meeting is a multi‑day, in‑person event bringing together utilities, TSOs/DSOs, vendors, and integrators to share practical experience using the IEC Common Information Model (CIM) for grid and enterprise data integration. Attendees hear directly from peers about CIM across network modeling, CGMES and other profiles, planning and operations exchanges, market and DER processes, data governance, and enterprise architecture—what is working, what is evolving, and what to anticipate next.
Sessions are technical and applied. Speakers present real implementations, modeling and profiling approaches, integration patterns, common pitfalls, and proven practices—creating a focused forum to compare strategies, ask detailed questions, and learn from organizations that design, operate, and maintain CIM‑based solutions at scale.
For utilities, system operators, vendors, system integrators, labs, consultants, and researchers, the meeting provides a high‑value environment to build shared understanding of CIM, align multi‑stakeholder expectations, and leave with actionable insights that improve model quality, interoperability, and project outcomes across the grid data lifecycle.
Deadlines, contact information and more details can be found HERE.
Registration
Step 1 - Billing
Pay online by credit card or by invoice
For an invoice, quote, or receipt, email [email protected] and include:
- Billing details (company name, address, billing contact, etc.)
- Your invoicing requirements/process
- Registration type you want to purchase (Member vs Non-Member)
Note: Corporate Membership is required for all UCA Member pricing – click HERE to become a member
Payment terms: UCA invoices are Net-30 (payment due within 30 days of receiving invoice)
Early Bird pricing: Discounted pricing is available until 30 June 2026
Late registration deadline: 30 Aug 2026, 11:59 PM (US Pacific Time)
Processing times: Online payments 1-2 business days; Quotes 1-2 business days; Invoices/receipts 5-10 business days
Step 2 - Know your role
Meeting Attendees: Individuals attending the meeting (can be UCA members and non-members)
Presenters: Individuals presenting at the Meeting (utilities, TSO/DSO, universities, utility/vendor collaborations, consultants and others)
Event Sponsors: A sponsoring vendor organization, receiving benefits such a demonstration table in the conference room, branded signage, commercial presentation time, and more (Click HERE to learn more about sponsoring UCA events)
Step 3 - What's included
Full access to the 3-day conference of expert-led presentations, CIM University only, or meeting only
Complimentary lunch daily (with multiple dietary selections)
Morning and afternoon breaks with snacks
Unlimited coffee, water, and tea
Lanyard and name badge
Invitation to the Day 2 evening networking event (drinks and appetizers are provided)
Step 4 - Purchase
For online payments, click a price to select your registration. You’ll be sent to our secure payment portal (Shopify).
For invoiced payments, send an email to [email protected] or click HERE to submit an invoice request.
| Users Group Meeting Registration | 22-24 September 2026 | Early Bird Registration | Late Registration |
| 30 of 70 tickets remaining | (deadline is 15 August 2026) | (15 August – 15 September 2026) |
| UCA Corporate Member [1 person] CIM University + Meeting | $800.00 USD | $900.00 USD |
| Non-Corporate Member [1 person] CIM University + Meeting | $900.00 USD | $1,000.00 USD |
| UCA Corporate Member [1 person] Meeting only | $700.00 USD | $800.00 USD |
| Non-Corporate Member [1 person] Meeting only | $800.00 USD | $900.00 USD |
| UCA Corporate Member [1 person] CIM University only | $250.00 USD | $300.00 USD |
| Non-Corporate Member [1 person] CIM University only | $300.00 USD | $350.00 USD |
Click a price to pay online via credit card, or click HERE to generate an invoice.
Meeting Hosts
Silver Sponsors
Lanyard Sponsor
Demonstration Table Sponsors
Getting There
Arriving by air: fly into St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) and take Uber/Lyft or a taxi to EMERSON | AspenTech Facility, 9315 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63132; use this Google Maps airport-to-venue route.
Staying nearby: use direct hotel-to-venue directions for Residence Inn St. Louis Clayton, AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton, Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area, and Homewood Suites by Hilton St. Louis – Galleria.
Suggested Hotels
The hotels listed below are only suggestions. Please select a hotel that best suits your needs and budget. At this time, there are no discount codes available.
| Hotel | Approx. distance to 9315 Olive Blvd | Uber Transport | Per night price for 9/22–9/25/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residence Inn St. Louis Clayton | ~3.9 mi | ~10–12 min | ~$210/night |
| AC Hotel Clayton by Marriott | ~4.0 mi | ~10–12 min | ~$401/night |
| Hampton Inn and Suites Clayton / St. Louis Galleria | ~3.2 mi | ~8–10 min | ~$128/night |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton St. Louis – Galleria | ~3.8 mi | ~10–12 min | ~$141/night |
More Information
Points of Contact
Billing inquiries: [email protected]
Questions about participation: [email protected]
Questions about UCA Memberships: [email protected]
Key Dates
- CIM Users Group Meeting: 22 – 24 September 2026
- Presentation submission deadline: Extended from 15 July to 15 August 2026!
- CIM University: 22 September 2026 (room # TBD)
- Early-bird pricing deadline: 15 August 2026
- Late registration deadline: 15 September 2026
Venue
FAQ
The Common Information Model (CIM) is a set of IEC standards (e.g., IEC 61970/61968/62325) that define a common semantic model for representing and exchanging power system data across enterprise and operational systems.
What is a CIM Users Group meeting?
A technical forum where utilities, vendors, and experts share real-world CIM implementations, focusing on integration use cases, data models, and practical lessons learned.
Why this meeting matters
CIM initiatives span multiple systems (EMS, DMS, GIS, DERMS, markets). Learning from peers helps reduce integration complexity, improve data consistency, and accelerate interoperability across the enterprise.
What topics are typically covered?
For CIM Users Group meetings, topics generally span CIM fundamentals, profiles and tooling, utility case studies, enterprise and grid model integration, governance and data management practices, and forward-looking applications and innovations in applying CIM.
Is this an interoperability testing event?
No. This is a presentation and discussion forum—not a formal interoperability test or plugfest.
How is the meeting structured?
Expert presentations, utility case studies, and interactive discussions focused on practical implementation and integration challenges.
Who should attend?
Utilities, system operators, vendors, integrators, consultants, and architects working with enterprise data integration, grid models, or CIM-based exchanges.
Value for attendees
Gain insight into real deployments, understand integration patterns, avoid common modeling pitfalls, and take back actionable strategies for CIM adoption.
Recommended background
Basic familiarity with CIM concepts, such as classes, attributes, profiles, and common exchange formats (e.g., RDF/XML, JSON).
CIM University option
Thea CIM University provides a fast introduction to CIM fundamentals, profiles, and practical usage to help maximize meeting value.
Attendance expectations
Capacity may be limited—early registration is recommended to ensure participation and support planning.
What to bring
A laptop for notes, your integration challenges, and (optional) non-confidential CIM use cases or models for discussion.
What you’ll leave with
A clearer understanding of CIM-based integration strategies, governance practices, and real-world approaches to managing grid and enterprise data.
This event is presented and hosted by UCA Users Group, Ameren and EMERSON | AspenTech
