A CLOUD-SHAPED FUTURE FDR SMART GRIDS

摘要

Smart grids are the inevitable future of Australia's energy sector. However, there is still also a lot of uncertainty about what direction it will take. While there are no magic crystal balls available to depict exactly what the smart grid will look like in 20 years time, it is fair to say that the energy sector will follow the path of IT trends and take to the cloud. Cloud computing is emerging as a popular option for companies looking to quickly launch new products, enrich their customer experience and reduce IT operation costs. The cloud computing model allows many organisations to use services, without the expense and hassle of owning infrastructure.