The smart grid is rapidly becoming a reality in many areas—which in turn is driving a need for highly reliable data communication systems. This communication system should reliably report network state and performance, resulting in more efficient electricity generation and distribution as well as usage forecasting. Designing a reliable grid connectivity system that meets these [...]
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Managing the Smart Grid
We still have a long way to go in building a truly smart grid in the U.S., but smart grid deployments have increased dramatically in recent years. As deployments have grown, so has the need to develop new tools to manage smart grid technology. Meter data management (MDM) and analytics software have gotten lots of [...]
Selecting a Communication Systems Supplier: Why Smart Grid Expertise Matters
In an earlier blog, I outlined three steps that a utility should consider before scheduling that first meeting with communication suppliers: Determine who inside the company should be engaged in the process. Take an inventory of all communication assets that are owned, leased or shared. Determine the current and future applications/requirements. Once you have a [...]
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