Intelligent connectivity Flexible and secure communications
Unlock the possibilities with multi-network communications (cellular, mesh, Wi-Fi and more) that adapt to your changing needs—and embrace the future with intelligent connectivity.
One network, multiple applications
As utilities modernize, evolving demands and sustainability goals are driving a shift to intelligent, flexible and scalable networks. Modern, multi-transport architectures enable real-time data, enhance reliability and security, and support critical applications—from AMI to DERs and EVs. This strategic shift empowers utilities to boost efficiency and better serve dynamic, connected communities.
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Expanded coverage with adaptive networks that ensure reliable data and management across all geographies and locations.
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Enduring longevity from durable endpoints designed to last up to 20 years, with remote updates reducing replacements and ensuring ongoing efficiency.
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Reliability and control with seamless failover ensures continuous operation, maintaining redundancy and high availability for essential utility and city services.
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Flexibility and scalability from modular solutions that adapt as you grow, enabling new use cases and expansion while remaining cost-efficient.
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Security by design and built to meet or exceed industry standards with multi-layered, pair-wise security protecting both your data and critical infrastructure.
Flexible and interoperable networking that delivers powerful outcomes
Built on proven industry standards, Itron’s network platform is anchored by five key pillars: Enhanced Coverage, Enduring Longevity, Resilient Reliability, Cost-Effectiveness, and Security by Design–enabling utilities to achieve valuable business outcomes with confidence.
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Intelligent Connectivity Smart, adaptive multi-transport networks
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Application Enablement Facilitating a diverse range of use cases
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Network Control Platform Centralized network management system
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IT/OT Networking Fiber, Private/Public Cellular, RF Mesh, Wi-Fi
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Self-Optimization Autonomous network performance enhancement
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Gateways & Modules Networking hardware for Itron and 3rd Party devices
Discover intelligent connectivity
Navigating the complex, evolving challenges of modern grid operations requires innovative, resilient and adaptive connectivity solutions. Itron delivers multi-transport intelligent connectivity—optimized for both performance and cost. By combining the adaptability, strength and performance of public and private cellular networks with highly reliable mesh (in addition to other technologies such as satellite, fiber and PLC), we’re forging a path toward unparalleled communication resiliency.
Network Trends for Utility & City Infrastructure Modernization
We asked leading utilities and cities around the world about the role that IIoT and other networking technologies will play in their modernization strategies. Learn more about their priorities and investment strategies over the next decade.
Grid Edge Intelligence—Empowering Utilities with Greater Visibility, Control & Connectivity
Learn how grid edge intelligence and network connectivity deliver value-based insights and visibility from the substation to behind the meter to enable digital transformation.
Case studies
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Cellular IoT for Water
Learn how improvements in performance and battery life have made next-generation cellular an important part of any intelligently connected network—and why the time for cellular water and gas solutions is now.
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Enhancing Grid Reliability and Storm Response
Learn how Florida Power and Light is leveraging Itron’s multi-application network for advanced metering, distribution automation and smart streetlights.
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Which Utilities are on the Cutting Edge of Edge Computing?
We're all more connected than ever before. Utilities and cities now need intelligence at the edge to help address issues in reliability, safety, consumer demand and more. Learn how our customers are achieving these results today.
Delivering proven results
We’re committed to building the largest and most technologically advanced IIoT networks in the world. We implement rugged outdoor network solutions designed to support multiple applications and transport methods. Build your smart utility and city on IIoT technology platform designed to grow—and to last.
200M+global comm. modules deployed
#1ranked in field area networking for utilities
#1in smart streetlights awarded and deployed
Powered with global innovators
Driving innovation is key to our shared success. Our open platform enables collaboration with a diverse and proven ecosystem of partners.
Grid Edge Intelligence Portfolio
Enabled by distributed intelligence technology, our Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio empowers utilities with greater visibility and control at the edge to increase safety, stability and reliability, engage consumers and promote sustainability. Check out our brochure to learn more about unlocking the power of your data.
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