With the help of the platform, the utilities will accelerate adoption and simplify deployment of smart grid solutions, reduce the total cost of ownership of these systems, and unleash innovation for smart grid applications and technologies in the marketplace.
Key components of the integrated solution include the Cisco 1000 Series Connected Grid Router, Cisco Network Management System, OpenWay Reporting System, Itron IPv6-enabled meters, and the OpenWay Collection Engine.
The platform enables pervasive monitoring and control of energy distribution networks to achieve a broad array of smart grid objectives for both utilities and consumers.
The transformative platform is based on open industry standards and provides native IPv6 networking services from Cisco to enable multi-application support and simplify the path to smart grid device interoperability.
Itron is a provider of energy and water resource management solutions.
