Fast Forward

Fast Forward is a startup in the energy and energy efficiency industries, founded in 2021. The company aims to revolutionize powerline inspections with its innovative offering. The slogan, "Enhance your powerline inspections and cut costs with automated thermal monitoring and GIS data optimization," encapsulates their value proposition. Their flagship product, Snappy Workflow, leverages proprietary data collection software to automate thermal inspections of powerlines, ultimately reducing inspection expenses for electric utility companies. In 07 June 2022, Fast Forward secured a $1.02M pre-seed round investment from prominent investors including Nebraska Angels, Invest Nebraska, Nelnet, and The Husker Venture Fund. This financial backing is a testament to the market's confidence in the startup's potential to disrupt the energy industry with its cutting-edge technological solutions. Through streamlining the documentation of line patrols, enhancing GIS data, and implementing inspections, Fast Forward is positioned to create significant value for electric utilities by driving efficiency and cost savings. As the company continues to grow and innovate, it holds the promise of reshaping the landscape of powerline inspections, paving the way for a more sustainable and technologically advanced energy sector.