Utilities

We understand the unique challenges and needs North American utilities are facing. As a trusted partner, we put the power of the latest telecommunications technology in your hands along with an experienced support team to help you every step of the way. Whether you need wireline, wireless or converged IP-based services, or applications such as critical voice dispatch, interoperable communications, mobile enablement or telemetry and automation (M2M), we have the expertise, reliability and partnerships to help you meet your strategic goals.

Critical Communications Solutions

Sprint Critical Communications Solutions for Utilities leverages our industry leading Nextel Direct Connect (NDC) capabilities for critical voice dispatch services, providing viable options for replacing or augmenting private Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems. Additionally, Sprint has superior technology and partnerships to provide true interoperable communications on a regional, national or interagency level, as well as full console integration.
Direct Connect and PowerSource Phones >
True or False:Are commercial carriers viable alternatives for LMR ownership for utilities? >

Mobility Solutions

Sprint Solutions for the Mobile Worker include mobile broadband wireless connectivity and one of the most comprehensive application partners portfolio to meet your every need in areas such as work-order management, location-based services, GPS positioning, time management and loss prevention. Whether a cell phone, a smart PDA or ruggedized laptops or routers, we can provide real-time connectivity to your remote field resources and assets.
Sprint Mobile Broadband >
GPS & Mobile Applications >

Remote Telemetry and Automation

Together with our application and hardware partners, Sprint's extensive telecommunications assets are available to support a variety of advanced utility telemetry and control applications such as AMI, Demand Response, SCADA/EMS, Distribution Automation, and many others. With the highest degree of performance and availability, we are there to assist in your application needs.
Sprint Solutions for Telemetry >
M2M Solutions >

Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity

In times of natural disasters and during mutual-aid events, emergency preparedness and plans for business continuity are of critical importance. Sprint recognizes the need for true interoperable communications, interagency coordination and the availability of back-up telecommunications assets for rapid deployment. Sprint can help you meet your every need.
Wireless Priority Service >
Business Continuity Program >
Go-Kit™ >
ERT Fact Sheet >

Converged Network Solutions (CNS)

Sprint delivers Custom Communication Solutions to meet the wide variety of needs for the Utility Industry. We recognize the need for coverage, reliability, and availability of telecommunications services in the most critical utility applications. Our CNS group focuses on delivering fully integrated solutions for voice and data across the entire utility enterprise, including in-plant and wide-area network coverage.
Converged Network Solutions (CNS) >

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Case Studies

DeKalb County Water & Sewage

DeKalb County Water & Sewage

Multiple departments gain increased efficiency, flexibility and cost savings with Nextel Dispatch Integration.

Sprint Solutions for Utilities
Utilities
Learn how the utilities and energy industries are using Sprint to supplement land mobile radios, manage critical communications and optimize workforce mobility.
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