As utilities plan and implement smart grid solutions, the importance and relevance of communications networks as an enabler is becoming more prominent. Furthermore, utilities are highly dependent on these networks for other parts of the business as well, such as workforce resource management, unified communications, advanced video and data collaboration, and critical radio communications.

In order to meet these growing needs while minimizing the use of silo, purpose-built networks, utilities must put in place network planning and modeling tools that enable the tracking of requirements, the forecasting of traffic and capacity needs, the modeling of spectrum requirements, and the development of cost models. In addition, utilities must also include in their plans the design and deployment of network management and operations systems (e.g., NOC, manager of managers) that enable centralized management of the network and technology infrastructure supporting the various utility business needs.

This webinar will include time for a live question and answer session with the speakers and moderator.