Putting UVM on the Assembly Line” by Jarod Cassada and Michelle Vignault explores enhancing utility vegetation management (UVM) through manufacturing principles. Integrating workforce skills, strategic planning, and advanced technology aims to boost efficiency, cost control, and reliability.

Drawing parallels to Henry Ford’s assembly line, the article underscores the need for coordinated efforts and technological tools to optimize productivity and ensure high-quality, vegetation-free spaces around power lines. Effective UVM entails ongoing refinement and efficient resource allocation to meet utility demands effectively.

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