Communication Media Selection
After the business and technical requirements are clearly defined, selecting the most appropriate communications media is critical. Many choices exist, including commercial cellular, satellite (LEO or new VSAT service offerings), unlicensed radio (spread spectrum or 802.11), licensed radio technologies, licensed and unlicensed microwave, fiber, and telephone company commercial product offerings. Development of communications specifications and the use of detailed Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are key to successful deployments.
The services of Power System Engineering, Inc. (PSE) include:
- Creating functional and technical requirements for the utility’s programs of interest.
- Matching functional requirements with available media in market area (study area).
- Completing a network design that inclues radio system coverage, microwave paths, protocols, routers, traffic, interfaces, and integration.
- Developing a financial model of costs including the bill of materials required.
- Project management and implementation.
PSE: Widely Experienced
Power System Engineering, Inc. (PSE) is an independent consulting firm with relevant experience in numerous communication media. PSE is currently managing projects that utilize fiber, spread spectrum radio, new cellular 1xRTT, GPRS and global system for mobile communications (GSM) cellular, private and commercial WiMAX, very small aperture terminal (VSAT) satellite, 802.11, MAS and UHF/VHF radio. This experience provides the capability for PSE to make technology and product recommendations without requiring extensive upfront technology research. PSE’s existing expertise provides value to our clients.
