Abstract
Overview
Introduction
This report combines all three briefs from the Energy and Utilities Technology
theme for Q1 2007: smart metering in the energy and utilities market. By
addressing the market, strategy and technology aspects of this topic, this
Review Report provides an holistic picture of the subject. Forecast data also
offers projections for the future direction of the market for smart metering.
Scope
- The Market Focus section provides an overview of smart metering, the
drivers behind it and the impact it is having
- The Strategy Focus section considers the challenges faced by utilities
migrating to smart metering and how to evaluate the costs and benefits
- The Technology Focus section looks at the networking and integration that
are needed to support a smart metering infrastructure
- Two databooks showcasing relevant data from Datamonitor' s interactive
model are also included
Report Highlights
Smart metering has evolved from traditional Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) and
the new technology offers the potential to benefit the entire value chain of
energy stakeholders. Nevertheless, although driven by a variety of legislative
and commercial factors, success will depend on effective regulation and
guidance from governments.
Migrating to smart metering is being pushed by legislation in many countries.
Nevertheless, it requires a significant overhaul of existing systems.
Understanding how to develop a business case and evaluate the costs and
benefits of migration is crucial if the most efficient solution is to be found.
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.
Reasons to Purchase
- Gain a 360 degree understanding of the issues involved in implementing
smart metering
- See current and forecast market data to gain insight into how smart
metering penetration is changing
- Find out what opportunities exist for vendors and how they can remain
competitive in the smart metering market
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