本文讨论了通过投资基于互联网的软件和移动解决方案，公用事业公司可以实现的成本节约和系统可靠性改进。这些解决方案包括双向无线电、监控和数据采集系统、配电系统建模软件以及计时和活动管理系统。包括5个参考文献、图表。

This article discusses the cost savings and improved system reliability utilities can realize by making an investment in Internet-based software and mobile solutions. These solutions include two-way radios, supervisory control and data acquisition systems, distribution system modeling software, and time-keeping and activity management systems. Includes 5 references, figures.