Procurement consists of a number of LDC acquisitions, including their Advanced Metering Control Computer (AMCC), web presentment and Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) software. Deployment of smart meters may continue throughout the remaining lifecycle stages. Procurement activities may be completed before preparation activities.

Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) selection

Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) client selection

Begin meter deployment

Project Plan (draft)

LDC AMI internal testing: meter read data files and network stability

Training
Role: LDC & Agents

• Project Plan Workshop Presentation

Identify relationships with third party consultants (if required)

Communicate progress internally

• Smart meter deployment and TOU monthly report (OEB)
• The LDC Information and Progress Report (SME_FORM_0001) has been retired. LDC status is now obtained through each LDC’s monthly reporting to the Ontario Energy Board.

Periodic LDC status updates