Itron customers recently added the 30 millionth Encoder-Receiver-Transmitter (ERT) to their installed base of automated meter reading (AMR) equipment. That's a big vote of confidence from utilities around the world. While a large installed base can sometimes become unwieldy to manage as new technology appears, Itron designed their ERT technology with the versatility for long-term viability, including the ability to work with multiple data collection methods. Utilities can choose, mix, and match their data collection methods depending on their growing and changing needs to collect and apply data throughout their organization. This versatility ensures that investing in ERT technology today will continue to provide utilities with strong benefits reaching beyond automated meter reading. This article describes the versatility of using ERT technology and how energy utilities can adapt and scale their systems from one reading technology to another as and when their business needs change.
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