[SatNews] The use of satellite communications continues to grow as a reliable means for connecting sites throughout a Utility network.

From enabling the latest IP applications at a remote substation, to improving customer knowledge through AMI collector sites, satellite brings a unique feature set to complement your overall communications infrastructure.

UTC Telecom 2014 is fast approaching and iDirect will be present to highlight the latest solutions in satellite technology. Please visit iDirect at booth #314 and talk with the company's experts to learn how utilities are implementing our technology today.

On Wednesday, May 7th, at 8:00 a.m., iDirect's  Senior Systems Engineer, Kris Jarrett, will offer a presentation on Satellite’s Role in the Utility Smart Grid Network in room 122A-B. He will highlight the role satellite can play in a network, the different business models for deploying a solution, and walk through customer use cases.

For further information regarding iDirect, please visit http://www.idirect.net/

To learn more and to register for UTC Telecom 2014, please visit http://www.utc.org/sites/UTCTELECOM2014/