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Down-line automation for the utility is a combination of intelligent electronic devices (IED’s), communication schemes, and software applications for control and monitoring. As a critical component of Smart Grid DLA provides real-time information on multiple points of the system from substation to key loading points, sectionalizing, regulators, capacitors, etc. Each of these providing opportunities for increased reliability and system oprations.

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Operations and Maintenance
The operations and maintenance of any utility is greatly enhanced with down-line automation. The ability to gather real time data from the system, analyze the data for real time decision making and control devices automatically, increases efficiency and reduces the cost of man hours.

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Communications
A communications plan is an important part of any utility's down-line automation plan. IEDs will need a communications scheme for monitoring and control of these devices. Communications should also be considered for a mobile computing workforce.

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Business Automation
Having a down-line automation and a mobile computing workforce integrated with the communications scheme can greatly enable business automation. This can increase efficiencies and productivity by providing data immediately through automation.

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Integrating Systems
A large part of down-line automation is the ability to integrate different systems to provide the most information and return on investment. These systems can include an OMS, SCADA system, CIS, mobile computing and others. The integration of systems allows for a powerful management tool for utility operations.

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