Press releases
2011
SmartSynch joins Grid Net’s Software Reseller Program
November 29, 2011 — “We partnered with Grid Net so that we can provide their machine-to-machine network operating system for the smart grid and their smart metering / demand response application suite to our current and prospective customers,” said Stephen Johnston, CEO of SmartSynch. “Grid Net offers superior flexibility, scalability, and security, and we are pleased to be working closely with them.”
John W. Combs Joins Grid Net as Chairman and CEO
September 15, 2011 — “I am thrilled to join Grid Net at such a pivotal moment in the evolution of the company,” said John W. Combs. “Our software has the unique ability to deliver value beyond any competitor in the market today, and we have all of the ingredients necessary to become the leader in this global industry.”
2010
Grid Net Announces Global Support for LTE in its PolicyNet™ Software Platform
December 6, 2010 — “We are very excited about announcing PolicyNet’s support for LTE, and will be working with our customers to deploy both WiMAX and LTE together within their smart grid networks. We believe that 4G network technology is perfect to cost-effectively, and securely manage the vast amounts of energy distribution and consumption data produced within a smart grid network.”
Grid Net Selected as Finalist of California Game Changer Award
November 19, 2010 — Inclusion as a finalist recognizes Grid Net for its cutting-edge approach and positive economic impact on the state in 2010.
Grid Net Releases Breakthrough Smart Grid Security White Paper
November 10, 2010 — The white paper highlights the industry challenges to deliver the utmost Smart Grid security and provides the methods and solutions to ensure a secure, resilient, mission-critical network by investing in secure, reliable, and self-healing technology.
Grid Net Releases PolicyNet™ 2.2 Smart Grid and Smart Home Platform
November 4, 2010 — Grid Net announced at the GreenBeat 2010 Conference in Silicon Valley the release of its second generation Universal Smart Grid Operating System — PolicyNet 2.2.
Grid Net Named GoingGreen Silicon Valley Top 100 Winner
October 21, 2010 — Inclusion in the GoingGreen Silicon Valley 100 signifies leadership amongst its peers and game-changing approaches and technologies that are likely to disrupt existing markets and entrenched players.
Grid Net Creates Industry Advisory Board to Help Drive Regulatory Strategy
September 21, 2010 — Grid Net announced the completion of a regulatory advisory team that will guide its vision and strategy to upgrade the smart grid to 21st century standards.
Grid Net and Sprint Enable First 4G Smart Grid and Smart Home Solutions for Utilities
September 13, 2010 — Grid Net is collaborating with Sprint to deliver a Smart Grid solution that leverages Grid Net’s software platforms to connect smart meters and smart grid routers via the Sprint 4G network.
Landis+Gyr Announces Software Reseller Agreement with Grid Net
August 30, 2010 — Under this agreement, Landis+Gyr will offer Grid Net’s PolicyNet SmartGrid NMS™ and SmartNOS™ software platforms, and PolicyNet SmartAgents™ as key software components of its open standards based, highly secure, Smart Grid Solution to Australian and New Zealand utility customers, with a worldwide distribution option.
Grid Net and Oracle Join Forces to Deliver New Integrated Smart Grid Solutions for Utilities
July 20, 2010 — Grid Net announced it will work together with Oracle to deliver advanced distribution management systems and meter data management technology to support utilities’ Smart Grid deployments aimed to improve grid reliability and enable smarter energy choices.
Grid Net Announces Cisco Investment
March 25, 2010 — Grid Net announced that Cisco has made an equity investment in the company. The investment highlights the two companies’ shared vision of creating an energy infrastructure for the 21st century that is built on open standards and helps utilities scale for more effective, efficient electricity transmission and distribution.
Andres Carvallo to Join Grid Net as Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer
March 16, 2010 — Grid Net announced that it has appointed Andres Carvallo as executive vice president and chief strategy officer. Andres will work closely with Grid Net chief executive officer Ray Bell to help shape and drive the company’s product strategies, and will work closely with Ray and the rest of the leadership team to propel the already rapid and successful establishment of Grid Net and its products and solutions into new customer engagements and markets.
2009
Grid Net Launches PolicyNet SmartGrid Software Suite for the Next-Generation Smart Energy Grid
October 22, 2009 — Grid Net today launched its PolicyNet SmartGrid software suite comprised of its SmartGrid Network Operating System™, PolicyNet SmartGrid Network Management System™, and PolicyNet SmartDevice™ Agents.
Grid Net Raises Series C Round to Accelerate 4G Wireless Smart Grid Solution Deployments
July 29, 2009 — Grid Net today announced its Series C funding, led by Braemar Energy Ventures and which included existing investors Catamount Ventures, GE Energy Financial Services, and Intel Capital. This round of financing will further accelerate the commercial launch of the company’s products, as well as ongoing innovations in its next-generation smart grid solutions.
2008
Grid Net Collaborates with GE Energy and Intel to Deliver Industry-Leading Smart Grid Solutions for Utilities
April 22, 2008 — Grid Net today announced key collaborations with GE Energy and Intel Corporation, focused on providing innovative Smart Grid solutions. Grid Net has been working with the companies to architect and produce open, standards-based, industry-leading Smart Grid products and services for utilities.
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