To unlock the full potential of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Schneider Electric sought to scale and enhance its Advanced Metering Operation (AMO) platform—a critical tool in modern energy and utility management. Sotex Solutions partnered with Schneider to accelerate platform development, improve scalability, and support efficient, sustainable utility operations.
Challenges
Before partnering with Sotex, Schneider Electric faced key operational challenges in advancing its AMO platform:
- Strict Project Timelines – Rapid feature development was required to meet tight delivery schedules.
- Team Scaling Limitations – Expanding technical resources fast enough to meet growing demands posed logistical hurdles.
- Platform Scalability Needs – AMO had to support expanding AMI deployments across larger utility infrastructures.
- Efficiency Optimization – There was a need to enhance the platform’s capabilities in reducing operational costs and supporting sustainability goals.
Our Solution & Key Features
Sotex provided Schneider Electric with dedicated development resources and technical expertise to evolve the AMO platform rapidly and effectively. Key platform features included:
- Smart Metering Operations – Optimized data management and operational workflows for AMI ecosystems.
- Scalability at Scale – Architecture enhancements to support large-scale AMI deployments for utility companies.
- Cost & Energy Efficiency Tools – Features to reduce operational expenses and promote sustainable energy use.
- Rapid Team Augmentation – Sotex enabled fast team expansion, helping Schneider meet aggressive development timelines and budget goals.
Key Achievements
While specific metrics were confidential, the collaboration delivered:
- Accelerated Product Development – Faster feature rollouts helped Schneider meet market demands on time.
- Improved Operational Agility – Flexible team scaling empowered Schneider to adapt quickly to evolving project needs.
- Future-Proof Scalability – Platform enhancements ensured readiness for continued AMI expansion and innovation.
- Support for Sustainable Utilities – New features helped utility clients manage energy use more responsibly and efficiently.
Technology Stack
To ensure reliability and performance, the solution utilized:
- Backend: .NET, NServiceBus
- Frontend: AngularJS
- Database: Microsoft SQL Server
Conclusion
Through its partnership with Schneider Electric, Sotex enabled the rapid evolution and scalability of the AMO platform, aligning it with the demands of today’s smart utility networks. The collaboration exemplifies how strategic engineering partnerships can drive innovation, operational efficiency, and sustainability at scale.
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