Schneider Electric releases white paper with IDC to highlight technological advaPosted by Schneider Electric on September 6th, 2017 Schneider Electric, in partnership with IDC (International Data Corporation), Schneider Electric released a white paper that highlights the pressing need for Indian utilities to embark on the technological advancements. The architecture is an open Schneider Electric IoT-enabled framework for digital transformation of distribution utilities. Schneider Electric EcoStruxureTM leverages the IT/OT convergence, ensuring high efficiency in grid operations, optimal asset management and enables an overall digital transformation. Speaking on the event, Anil Chaudhry, Country President and Managing Director, Schneider Electric India, said, ?Digitisation offers tremendous opportunities for improving competency of power distribution in India. Traditionally, we have addressed the Schneider Electric energy equation from the supply side, adjusting the amount of electricity generated to ensure that supply matches demand.? ?We, at Schneider Electric, are completely committed to extend all our support to the Government in achieving its goal of 24X7 quality power supply,? he added. Salil Shrivastava, Schneider Electric Chief Engineer, Naya Raipur Development Authority (NRDA), while addressing the event, said, ?We are happy to be associated with Schneider Electric as we embark together to make Naya Raipur the first green field integrated smart city.? ?As smart city project rolls out, Naya Raipur would not only encapsulate modern infrastructure but also push the envelope of being an eco-friendly city which will offer modern amenities for residents and visitors," he added. According to the paper, IoT (Information of Technology), Schneider Electric analytics and cloud capabilities are particularly important elements for utilities seeking to monitor and control equipment across the network of assets and to manage their grid environments. IDC?s research shows that amongst Indian utilities organizations, cloud platforms for data management, IoT and utilization of data within 3D visualizations are particular priorities for organizations looking at new areas of Schneider Electric technology investment. Like it? Share it! More by this author |