SSS News & Insights

SSS Partners with Landis+Gyr to Upgrade MVEA's AMI Infrastructure

We are thrilled to announce our latest collaboration with Landis+Gyr Technology, Inc., focused on enhancing the Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) for Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA). This project is designed to significantly improve

SSS to Begin Telecom Infrastructure Upgrade at Ameren’s Fishhook, IL Location

We are excited to announce a critical infrastructure upgrade project for Ameren at their Fishhook, IL location. This initiative is vital to enhancing the reliability and efficiency of Ameren’s communications network, ensuring stable wired and

Flexible Monitoring: IoT Solves Communication Challenges for Utilities in 2019

The Internet of Things (IoT) offers the utility industry an invaluable opportunity to perform targeted preventive maintenance. With the IoT utilities market expected to exceed $15 billion by 2024, it’s clear that the technology is quickly becoming

4 Futuristic Technologies Utilities Want and Need

We have a long way to go before crystallized dilithium single-handedly powers our Star Trek enterprise. But this isn’t stopping power generators and utilities from stepping into the future. Day-by-day, utilities are embracing futuristic technology

Are Utilities Ready for the 'Worst' Hurricane Season? (2017)

Are Utilities ready? The Atlantic’s hurricane season began June 1 and forecasters say this year will be the worst in 10 years. Anywhere between five to nine hurricanes, two to four major hurricanes, and 11 to 17 named storms are expected to strike

How Trump's budget plans may affect utilities & the smart grid

As promised, the Trump administration is shaking up the country’s energy policy, one plan at a time. Shortly before announcing the US will pull out of the Paris climate deal, Trump’s administration released its 2018 budget proposal late May and

How utilities can ensure cybersecurity under Trump

With President Donald J. Trump officially sworn into office, many fret over the impact his term might have on cyber security. Trump has said cyber defense is a persistent and top priority. However if past presidencies are any indication, Trump will

SSS Report: the alarming numbers behind utilities’ cyber threat

With cyber defense among the top concerns for utilities and critical infrastructure providers, SSS compiled the official numbers behind the industry's cyber risks and level of preparedness.

These trends will make-or-break utilities in 2017

2017 will be a busy and challenging year for utilities. Utility IoT will collide with regulatory deadlines and new cyber threats, forcing utilities to evolve at a blistering pace. Staying on top of these trends will help you prioritize, prepare, and

How the Biggest Utilities are using GE MDS Next-Gen Radios (2016)

The utility industry is abuzz about GE MDS -- their next generation communication product line that optimize data transmission and security. Here’s how the products are helping some of the biggest utilities right now.