OSIsoft PI System Included in Microsoft Smart Energy Reference Architecture (SERA)
Key Tool for Smart Grid Development
SAN LEANDRO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– OSIsoft (www.osisoft.com), provider of the PI System, the industry standard enterprise infrastructure for management of time-series data and events, announced today that the recently published Microsoft Smart Energy Reference Architecture (SERA) includes the PI System.
At a joint webcast on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 1:00 pm EST, OSIsoft and Microsoft will discuss Microsoft’s SERA. Free registration: https://osisoft.wingatewebevents.com/attendee/pages/MSERA09/index.ww
Microsoft developed SERA as a definitive reference in the utility and power industry. SERA addresses technology integration across the full smart energy ecosystem and gives utilities the ability to rapidly assess technologies needed to manage smart devices, and then to develop a vision and strong foundation for migrating to the new infrastructure.
The OSIsoft PI System is highlighted in the 130 page document, showing how the PI data infrastructure can be used to provide new insight into the decision making process of a utility.
The recent announcement by President Obama of the $4.5B funding of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA 2009) has highlighted the importance of Smart Grid projects to improve the nation’s infrastructure. Upgrading technology has become critical for utilities, and Enspiria has developed a set of tools and processes to maximize the return on investment on Smart Grid projects.
“The OSIsoft PI System, already the trusted data infrastructure for many utilities worldwide, is an integral part of Smart Grid solutions for generation, transmission and distribution,” said Jon Peterson, Vice President of Marketing, OSIsoft.
For information about Microsoft in the utilities industry, visit: www.microsoft.com/utilities.
About OSIsoft
OSIsoft (www.osisoft.com) delivers the PI System, the industry standard in enterprise infrastructure, for management of real-time data and events. With installations in 107 countries spanning the globe, the OSIsoft PI System is used in manufacturing, energy, utilities, life sciences, data centers, facilities, and the process industries. This global installed base relies upon the OSIsoft PI System to safeguard data and deliver enterprise-wide visibility into operational, manufacturing and business data. The PI System enables users to manage assets, mitigate risks, comply with regulations, improve processes, drive innovation, make business decisions in real time, and to identify competitive business and market opportunities.
Founded in 1980, OSIsoft, LLC is headquartered in San Leandro, CA, with operations worldwide and is privately held. Learn more about OSIsoft and the PI System at www.osisoft.com.
