The revolution into smart grid is requiring an evolution to advanced metering infrastructure, bringing intelligence, communications and computing to the electric, gas and water systems.
The investments in advanced meters are among the biggest most utilities will make. These 15-20 year assets represent significant capital expenditures and therefore need to be approached with rigor, advanced planning and a deep understanding of the pitfalls that need to be avoided.
Selecting the right AMI system, including Meter Data Management (MDMS) requires an experienced team. It is far more than simply putting out a request for proposal, reviewing bids and selecting a technology. The choice of AMI systems requires a deep understanding of a utility’s practices, processes and procedures as well as a linkage to its technology roadmap, and capital as well as strategic plans.
Whether it is building an accurate business and financial case, negotiating with vendors or working across the organization to insure the successful selection and implementation of AMI technology, the team at Halcrow has the experience and insight to guide utility’s through the process. Team members have also provided expert testimony, reviewed and improved process flows for AMI systems, led successful stakeholder efforts and bring an in-depth knowledge of the marketplace.
AMI is at the heart of the smart grid and it is therefore a critical component that has to be “right”. Whether it is electric, gas or water (or all three) the choice of the AMI and related communication systems requires expert guidance.