Accurate, flexible and connected mobile data collection solution
raises the bar for utility efficiency and productivity
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), a world-leading technology and services
company dedicated to the resourceful use of energy and water, announced
today the launch of its Itron Mobile solution, a full mobile data
collection and field asset management solution designed to transform
utility field operations. With the solution, utilities can use the Itron
Mobile app on the device of their choice - including smartphones,
tablets and laptops - for automated meter reading and manual data
collection, all in a flexible, affordable and powerful system. The
solution is available in North America and will be available in other
regions in the near future. It enables utilities to improve the
productivity and efficiency of their mobile workforce while also
enhancing employee safety. The solution was developed in collaboration
with Itron Idea Labs, an organization within Itron that accelerates
business innovation.
Itron Mobile builds on Itron's decades of experience providing manual
and automated metering reading technologies. The solution provides new
capabilities, including the ability to capture photographs as a part of
the meter-reading process and utilize cloud-based maps on all devices to
display route and meter data. Meter readers can always be connected,
which allows supervisors to manage their mobile workforce remotely and
easily reassign work. Data collection is highly accurate with thorough
and proven read validation, which ensures accurate bills and satisfied
customers. Itron Mobile also improves safety with multiple methods to
warn employees of hazards, including audible and vibration warnings.
The flexible solution features several configuration options and can run
on nearly any mobile platform, including Android, Apple iOS and Windows
10. Itron Mobile is integrated with Itron's Field Collection System
(FCS) for configuration and route management. The Itron Mobile app
collects reads using the powerful MC3 radio for drive-by operations and
the new handheld Itron Mobile Radio for walk-by operations.
"As a pioneer and leader in mobile data collection, Itron has a deep
understanding of our utility customers' data collection needs. As smart
devices become more common in the workplace, we wanted to extend our
expertise to these platforms," said Wendy Lohkamp, senior director of
solutions marketing for Software & Services at Itron. "It is our job to
make our customers' jobs easier. With Itron Mobile, we are enabling data
to be captured in ways that weren't possible before, making field
operations more efficient."
About Itron
Itron is a world-leading technology and services company dedicated to
the resourceful use of energy and water. We provide comprehensive
solutions that measure, manage and analyze energy and water. Our broad
product portfolio includes electricity, gas, water and thermal energy
measurement devices and control technology; communications systems;
software; as well as managed and consulting services. With thousands of
employees supporting nearly 8,000 customers in more than 100 countries,
Itron applies knowledge and technology to better manage energy and water
resources. Together, we can create a more resourceful world. Join us: www.itron.com.
Itron® is a registered trademark of Itron, Inc. All third
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Itron, Inc.
Vice President, Global Marketing and Public
Affairs
Sharelynn Moore, 509-891-3524
sharelynn.moore@itron.com
Source: Itron, Inc.
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