July 2nd, 2009
From iPhones to smart grid sensors
When AT&T loses its iPhone exclusive, at least it will still represent some other wireless-enabled emerging technology: sensors for the smart grid.
The telecommunications giant has struck an agreement with Cooper Power Systems under which it will be able to sell smart-grid sensor devices that have been certified to run on its wireless data network. Utility companies are obviously the target customers.
AT&T will represent two different offerings: OutageAdvisor, which pinpoints line problems and faults; and VARAdvisor, which monitors equipment that controls voltage levels that are delivered to consumers. The alternative to both of these technologies today? Manual inspection.
Heather Clancy is an award-winning business journalist in the New York area with more than 20 years experience covering the high-tech industry. See her full profile and disclosure of her industry affiliations. See her full profile and disclosure of her industry affiliations.
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