Seeking a Turnkey QGIS-Based System for Mapping a Small-Scale Electrical Network

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for an out-of-the-box system that maps our power grid infrastructure for a relatively small area—roughly around 2,000 houses that receive electricity. While I understand both ArcGIS and QGIS can handle such tasks, I'm especially interested in exploring if QGIS can serve as a turnkey solution without needing to build something custom from scratch.

Specifically, I need a system that can:

• Visualize the electrical network through layered maps (including distribution lines, transformers, and customer endpoints).
• Allow for easy searching of a specific customer to quickly determine where they are located within the electrical network.
• Provide clear identification of key assets, such as the transformers and the segment of the grid in which a customer resides.
• Offer an intuitive and interactive interface, ideally with real-time or regularly updated data.
• Serve as a cost-effective alternative to licensed solutions like ArcGIS, which is known for robust support in electrical infrastructure management.

Has anyone implemented or used a QGIS-based (or related open-source) solution in a similar context? I'm eager to hear about any experiences, challenges, or recommendations for plugins/extensions that could help meet these requirements.

Thanks in advance for your insights!