Connect It (P2P and Mesh can and will interoperate to architect robust communications infrastructures).

Collect It (Networks must support strong bi-directional data flows plus a LOT MORE DATA).

Secure It (Someone needs to manage all of these new energy asset end points as well as secure to protect grid integrity and customer privacy. We'll also discuss how AT&T can help utilities transform service management.).

Manage It - IT & Network Operations effectiveness can make or break a business' competitive advantage. In order to satisfy current business demands and evolve to support even more complex application services, the corporate operations function must use both a long range strategic and short term tactical approaches to meet the ever changing management landscape. AT&T explores the challenges of scaling operations to meet the demands of the smart grid.

This webcast will discuss ways to Connect It, Collect It, Secure It, and Manage It.

Kevin Jones Industry Solutions Practice Manager AT&T
Art Maria Mobility Chief Enterprise Architect AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest 3G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. AT&T offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verseSM and AT&T ?DIRECTVSM brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T again ranked No. 1 in the telecommunications industry on FORTUNE(r) magazine's list of the World's Most Admired Companies.