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Distribution Automation: Discoms focus on completing R-APDRP projects
The deployment of IT systems in the power distribution segment has been led by the Restructured Accelerated Power Development and […]
Investing in IT: RInfra-D deploys new technologies to become smart grid ready
The Mumbai distribution business of Reliance Infrastructure Limited (RInfra-D) is among the frontrunners when it comes to IT adoption in the […]
Bridging the Gap: Demand response key to balancing the load curve
Demand variability is a predominant feature of electricity consumption in India. Since demand forecasting is mainly done on a day-ahead […]
Deployment Choice: Outsourcing likely to prevail over in-house IT implementation
IT has emerged as a key enabler in improving the efficiency of power utilities. Companies are increasingly deploying IT applications […]
Efficiency Drive: Discoms take IT initiatives to improve performance
While the Restructured Accelerated Power Development and Reforms Programme (R-APDRP) is the most important IT initiative being undertaken by state-owned discoms, […]
Data Driven: Meter analytics can help utilities gain useful insights
Smart metering deployment typically comprises field devices and solutions, as well as software and hardware. Field devices include meters, fibre […]
Hack Attack: Cybersecurity standards must be integrated for increased security of power systems
While the introduction of information and communication technology (ICT) into the power sector has improved the efficiency and reliability of […]
Quality Control: Introduction of AMI will provide reliable and better power
Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) is expected to help in providing a more reliable and better quality of power to end-users […]
Indexing Information: Key role of GIS in database creation for distribution networks
Ageographic information system (GIS) plays a crucial role in the development of a georeferenced consumer and network database for distribution […]
Smart Steps: Role of organisational change in technology deployment
Organisations today continuously strive to maintain their competitiveness in the market by establishing robust systems and processes. This helps them […]
Spotlight on IT: Power utilities focus on technology solutions for upgrading systems
The new government’s $1.2 billion smart cities initiative announced in the Union Budget 2014-15 has emphasised on the deployment of […]
Smart Grid Development: ISGF’s initiatives
Set up in 2010, the India Smart Grid Forum (ISGF) is a public-private partnership between the Ministry of Power (MoP) […]
Interoperability Initiatives: International experience and road map for standards development for India
The Indian power sector has diverse participants and can be viewed as a logical information network where information travels from […]
Load Management: Changing demand dynamics
Peak power consumption has been consistently increasing over the years. The country’s peak demand grew from 90 GW in 2004-05 […]
Connectivity Options: ICT for discoms
The main objectives of adopting information and communication technologies (ICT) for any discom are business continuity; efficiency in business processes, […]
Better Billing: Prepaid metering key to ensuring payment security
There is a growing focus on prepaid metering to improve revenue collection and billing efficiency. The recently unbundled utility of […]
Meter Data Analytics: Role of meters in discom operations
Power distribution companies are increasingly deploying smart grid technology for improving their operational performance. As per global experts, the market […]