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The Future of Metering Technology (Technology Focus)
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July 2007
Published By:
Datamonitor
Page Count:
15
Order Code:
R313-23924
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Introduction
The migration to smart metering will require investment in a variety of technologies; these will need to be networked and integrated together in order to create the infrastructure to support smart metering. Networking and integration will be necessary at three distinct levels on the premises of the customer, between the customer and the utility, and internally within the supplier organization.
Scope
This brief provides a review of the networking and integration that is needed in smart metering infrastructureThe focus is on in-home networks, local and wide-area networking and software integrationImplications for vendors are also addressedResearch comes from online surveys and interviews with vendors and retailers
Highlights
The variety of peripheral devices and smart appliances associated with smart metering means effective in-home wireless networks are necessary. ZigBee is one such solution that supports the monitoring and control that is also key to smart metering.
A range of local and wide area networking can transport meter data back to the utility, including Power Line Carriers (PLC), Radio Frequency (RF) and more recently broadband and Wi-Fi. The merits of each method depend on factors such as population density and network topology.
A range of Meter Data Management (MDM) software has been developed to support utilities who have implemented smart metering. By acting as an interface between the smart metering network and back-office systems, MDM provides all stakeholders with the correct information they need.
Reasons to Purchase
Understand the networking and integration implications for migrating to smart meteringGain insight into how the latest developments, such as Wi-Fi and ZigBee can be used in smart meteringLearn how vendors can better position themselves in the increasingly competitive market of smart metering
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