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OpenWayTM by Itron
Advanced Metering Infrastructure
(AMI)
© 2005, Itron Inc.
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What is AMI ?
 AMI is the use of Smart Meters with advanced two-way
communication technologies that enables utilities to meet
their business needs regarding meter data collection &
customer service, empower ALL their customers to
actively and frequently participate in demand response
and energy conservation and help move towards a smart
grid.
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What is OpenWay?
 OpenWay deploys standards-based open architecture to
build a network of smart OpenWay CENTRON meters,
OpenWay Gas Modules, and ZigBee-based demand
response devices with advanced two-way
communication technologies, that enables utilities to:
> Meet the business & operational needs for meter data
collection , service connect & disconnect & advanced billing
> Empower all customers to actively and frequently participate
in demand response and energy conservation
> Help move toward a smart grid
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Advanced Metering by Itron
© 2008, Itron Inc.
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Advanced Metering by Itron
The OpenWay Advantage
 Full two-way communication to each meter
 Multiple-channel interval data collection
 Integrated mass market demand response
 A built-in communication pathway to the home
 Extensive “Smart Grid” feature/functionality
Complete Communications Flexibility
 Uses ANSI C12.22 protocol for networked meter communications
 Independent of particular network communications technology
 Supports multiple transport technologies–RF, BPL, and any
IPbased communications network
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Itron’s Commitment to the AMI Market
 Extensive R&D and manufacturing capabilitiesunparalleled in the industry
 Unparalleled product feature set that is cost optimal –
yet future proof
 Ability to deliver and deploy the solution successfully
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OpenWay – A Vision of the Future
 Detailed engagement on Intelligent Grid
> Distribution Automation is not Intelligent Grid
> IP addressability does not make an intelligent Grid
 Market leadership by successful field deployments
 Engagement in customer business processes and
practices
 Continued engagement at the regulatory front
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Thank You!
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