scope:

This Recommendation specifies the requirements and capability framework of smart utility metering (SUM).

As a smart application of the internet of things (IoT) in the field of utility metering, SUM is an important means to improve utility metering management.

The scope of this Recommendation includes:

- Introduction of SUM;

- Requirements of SUM;

- Capability framework of SUM.

Use cases of SUM are provided in Appendix I.

NOTE 1 - Though different utilities, such as electricity, water and gas, are considered in this context, the scope of this Recommendation focuses on the common requirements and capability framework for SUM. The specific requirements and capability framework for each utility, including utility management and utility delivery, lie outside the scope of this Recommendation.

NOTE 2 - Metering related security aspects are specified in [b-ITU-T X.1332] and are not addressed in this Recommendation.

NOTE 3 - Policy and regulation matters lie outside the scope of this Recommendation.