Advanced Meter Data Management has been described as the "key to the smart utility", however its significance in the implementation of the Advanced Meter Infrastructure has often been overlooked. With Smart meter Projects being proposed and approved across the globe there has never been a more suitable time for SMi to hold their inaugural conference Advanced Meter Data Management.

The UK’s government has proposed the essential role-out of smart meters for every home to take place in the UK by 2020. There has never  been a project in the UK involving so much two way digital data. This data needs to be stored, analysed, regulated and secured effectively and this is where data management programmes need to be thoroughly considered and analysed before implementation. Utility companies are looking for innovative ways to manage their data whether this be through building their own in house systems or by out sourcing to expert companies. However, regardless of the method, this is an enormous challenge that needs to be addressed by the industry, government and technology providers in order for the transition to the smart energy network to be successful.

Key Topics will Include:

·                 The importance of Advanced Meter Data Management in the implementation of the smart grid

·                 The role of the government in regulating and protecting the data

·                 To build an In-house system or Outsource?

·                 Advanced Meter Data Management market overview – Challenges and Opportunities

·                 Making use of the collected data to improve production and performance

Why should you attend this event?

UNDERSTAND the role and importance of advanced meter data management

HEAR from key experts from the government, associations, technology providers, expert consultants and energy companies

COMPARE AND CONTRAST different approaches and options for advanced meter data management projects

UPDATE your knowledge of regulation and legislation for the smart utility industry

IDENTIFY the opportunities and challenges in this sector that could impact your organisation

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

Confirmed Speakers Include:

·               Ashley Pocock, Director, Home Technology, EDF Energy

·               Vesa Koivisto, Business Development Manager, Fortum Distribution

·               Harry Crijns, Secretary, Energy Services Networks Association

·               Gorden Pedersen, Head of Metering and Installation, SEAS-NVE

·               Mike Short, Vice President of Research and Development, Telefonica Europe (Chair)

·               Mark Ossel, Vice-President, Echelon Energy and Utility

·               Frans Campfens,Senior Consultant, AMR SmartGrids, Liander (Former Continuon Nuon)

·                Howard Porter, Chief Operating Officer, BEAMA and Managing Director, ESMIG

·                Ian Rose, Business Development Director, ElectraLink

·               Paul Mackie, Managing Enterprise Architect Energy & Utilities, Capgemini

·               Frank Bochardt, Head of Smart Metering, EFR

·               Dr Neil Brown, Senior Research Fellow, Institute and Sustainable of Energy    Development

·               Richard Nethercott, Managing Director, Security, Logica

·                Duncan Southgate, Smart Metering UK Business Development Manager, Siemens

·               Philip Lewis, Managing Director, VaasaETT Global Energy Think Tank

·                Gioia Vignola, Manager in Smart Metering Practice, Power Reply

·               Alan Aldridge, Principal Consultant, KEMA 

·               Gavin Jones, Northern and Central Europe Middle East and Africa Leader for the Energy & Utilities Industry, IBM

·               Jason Brogden, Commercial Director and Principal Consultant, Engage Consulting

For Speaking Opportunities at this event please contact smiproduction@smi-online.co.uk

Who should attend?

This is a first event for the smart metering industry and is the only conference that solely deals with the data management challenges facing the smart utility. This conference is ideal for all organisations involved in smart meter projects including utility companies, Advanced Metering Systems technology providers, the government, industry associations and expert consultants including all those with the following job titles:

• Data Managers
• Advanced Metering Managers
• Smart Programme Directors
• Technical Directors
• Network Development
• Distributions Directors
• Utility Engineers
• Asset Managers
• System Operators
• Reliability and Quality Managers
• Integrators
• System Engineers
• Innovation Directors
• Strategic Project Managers
• System Architects

Venue details

Crowne Plaza The City is a modern and stylish hotel right in the heart of the city, perfectly situated for all your business and leisure needs. Set back from the north bank of the River Thames, it is just a stones throw away from Blackfriars station and within easy reach of Waterloo’s Eurostar terminal.

The City hotel is ideally located within easy access of some of the city’s most famous tourist attractions: The British Airways London Eye, St Paul’s Cathedral, Millennium Bridge, Tate Modern and West End theatres.

NEAREST TUBE   ·         Blackfriars Station (on the Circle & District Lines) – Exit 8 ·         However, due to engineering works Blackfriars will be closed until 2011 so the nearest tube stations for 2009 and 2010 events will be Temple or Mansion House
DIRECTIONS: London City (LCY) ·         Distance: 10 KM / 6.21 MI W ·         Approx. .taxi Fee: £37.00 (GBP) ·         Time by taxi: 20 minutes ·         Time by train: 35 minutes   London Heathrow (LHR) ·         Distance: 30 KM / 18.64 MI E ·         Approx. taxi Fee: £48.00 (GBP) ·         Time by taxi: 40 minutes ·         Time by train: 55 minutes   London Gatwick (LGW) ·         Distance: 38 KM / 23.61 MI SE ·         Approx. taxi Fee: £78.00 (GBP) ·         Time by taxi: 1 hour ·         Time by train: 1 hour
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