Discoms looking forward to rolling out smart meter projects face diverse inherent challenges – from technology to integration and surging costs. On the one hand, there are complexities stemming from the intricate connection between the utility IT and meter data management systems. Issues in standardizing vital elements in the advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) value chain, on the other hand, pose challenges in finding viable solutions. These events, in turn, lead to delays and increased costs. Today, discom leaders also find it hard to match pace with fast-evolving technology and unreliable networks to offer dedicated communication bandwidth for smart metering, especially in large-scale operations. Data security challenges encompass unauthorized access, a rise in advanced cyber threats, and consumer concerns about data usage and protection. Finally, prolonged testing periods or lack thereof, as well as the growing need to secure funding and develop sustainable financing models, increase their financial burden.
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