Why Cellular? » The SmartSynch Difference
SmartSynch is the leading provider of standards-based, IP-enabled smart grid solutions using cellular networks that already exist. We offer true end-to-end, IP-based solutions capable of delivering grid intelligence to and from any device without the need for building a network.
We provide SmartMeter™ and GridRouter™ products that immediately IP-enable the electricity grid, as well as software solutions and professional services for utilities, campuses, government agencies and private companies in need of remote communications and control functionality for products ranging from electricity meters to distribution automation equipment.
The Importance of IP and Cellular Networks
IP-based cellular networks enable utilities to strategically and rapidly deploy more secure and scalable smart grid solutions with minimal capital expenditures. IP networks and solutions may be remotely upgraded to interface with new technologies, since they are built on open standards and leverage existing programs and tools. SmartSynch’s IP-based Smart Grid communications infrastructure encourages rapid application innovation and delivery of new functionality by allowing the broadest spectrum of ecosystem participants to focus on providing maximum benefits to utilities and their customers.
Impact on Future Innovation
As the smart grid unfolds, new applications not possible or even thought of today will further transform how we generate and distribute electricity. One can imagine a world dominated by renewable energy whereby generation varies from day to night and the smart grid infrastructure can optimize daytime (solar) and nighttime (wind) resources across large geographies.
In our homes, power-hungry appliances will have sensors that communicate to a home hub that can monitor and manage our daily consumption and generation (in the case of residential wind or solar systems) to optimize personal electricity use. Remote monitoring of the entire system using handheld devices such as smart phones will be commonplace through the use of industry networking and Web standards. Users and generators will have more autonomy to gauge and manage their own piece of the smart grid, and a new generation of technology innovators, including hardware and software developers, will add new functionality and applications not yet dreamed of.
This level of innovation will be possible at scale only if we make smart decisions today by choosing IP-based smart grid infrastructure technology that can leverage the power of widespread, secure, high-capacity cellular networks.
