Services

Data collection and management

Remote Reading Services

Meter reading service using automatic remote capture procedures

Information Technologies

Solutions for analysing managed data in a simple and user-friendly way

Georeferencing & photo-reading

Meter reading and geographical coordinates service

Remote Reading

Meter reading service using automatic remote capture procedures.

GEST's smart meter reading services are compatible with the technologies produced by the world's biggest companies in the sector for meters of different diameters with static or mechanical technology. The software developed can capture information from all modules communicating in open Wireless M-bus OMS, LoRaWAN and Nb-IoT protocols and 868 MHz and 169 MHz proprietary protocols.

Fixed Network remote reading service

In fixed network remote reading, GEST uses its experience to support its customers with creating their network infrastructure or identifying a technological partner to guarantee the success of the project based on the customer's needs.

This ability to support customers is guaranteed by the know-how gained by the GEST design team over many years in the remote reading sector, making GEST the company with the greatest number of active projects in the Italian Smart Water Metering sector. GEST has established firm relationships with the main fixed network infrastructure players operating in Italy, integrated into its proprietary management software, which is sold in the form of an application for technological partner Network Servers.

GEST is also a System Integrator with the ability to identify the right technological component between peripherals and sensors for collecting different types of data (water pressure, water quality, etc.) used in representation systems developed to offer interactive tools that use their content.

Fixed Network remote reading service

In fixed network remote reading, GEST uses its experience to support its customers with creating their network infrastructure or identifying a technological partner to guarantee the success of the project based on the customer's needs.

This ability to support customers is guaranteed by the know-how gained by the GEST design team over many years in the remote reading sector, making GEST the company with the greatest number of active projects in the Italian Smart Water Metering sector. GEST has established firm relationships with the main fixed network infrastructure players operating in Italy, integrated into its proprietary management software, which is sold in the form of an application for technological partner Network Servers.

GEST is also a System Integrator with the ability to identify the right technological component between peripherals and sensors for collecting different types of data (water pressure, water quality, etc.) used in representation systems developed to offer interactive tools that use their content.

Walk-By/Drive-By remote reading services

The remote reading service in Walk-By/Drive-By mode requires the operator to pass by meter. The data capture distance depends on several factors, including the meter location and the presence of obstacles between the operator and the meter. Under normal conditions, the data is captured from a distance of about 200 metres.

There are many advantages to using this technology. First of all, the speed of capture, the certainty that data cannot be corrupted by manual capture procedures and finally the option to take readings without any disturbance, even where meters are installed inside homes.

The remote reading service in Walk-by/Drive-by mode is also preferable due to its low implementation costs compared to the construction of a Fixed Network infrastructure.

Information Technology Services

The GEST development team consists of computer engineering, electrical engineering, design and visual communication graduates, all professionals with a great capacity for development and an aptitude for problem-solving, coupled with an in-depth knowledge of the latest programming languages and web design tools.

Development work is always geared towards creating solutions to help customers analyse the data managed in a simple and intuitive way, with the help of user-friendly data analysis and representation tools. All IT services are developed for data collection, translation, management and export.

Back-End programmers are in charge of implementing IT services and API procedures for integrating systems with the CRMs used by utilities. They are also in charge of managing the systems for querying the Big Data stored on dedicated servers in relational databases. Front-End developers are responsible for developing user-friendly cloud web interfaces with the support of graphic and web designers.

The GEST development team consists of computer engineering, electrical engineering, design and visual communication graduates, all professionals with a great capacity for development and an aptitude for problem-solving, coupled with an in-depth knowledge of the latest programming languages and web design tools.

Development work is always geared towards creating solutions to help customers analyse the data managed in a simple and intuitive way, with the help of user-friendly data analysis and representation tools. All IT services are developed for data collection, translation, management and export.

Back-End programmers are in charge of implementing IT services and API procedures for integrating systems with the CRMs used by utilities. They are also in charge of managing the systems for querying the Big Data stored on dedicated servers in relational databases. Front-End developers are responsible for developing user-friendly cloud web interfaces with the support of graphic and web designers.

Georeferencing

Meter geographical coordinates detection service

FEATURES OF THE SERVICE

GEST uses proprietary software solutions developed by its IT staff for professional and standard GPS systems that provide accurate coordinates (maximum error of 3 metres) for the purpose of accurately integrating the client's proprietary GIS systems.

The service offered by GEST not only detects the coordinates in the field, using the hardware systems, but ensures that each coordinate detected is subject to subsequent specific control and optimisation by dedicated staff in the back-office, using desktop procedures and software implemented by GEST, in order to improve the quality of the captured data.

The use of back-office staff and post-processing data optimisation procedures distinguish the service provided by GEST from competitors in the reference market. GEST's competence in the sector is certified by the success of all the services it has provided for numerous clients.

Photo-reading

Meter reading service with photo-reading

experience and expertise

Since 2000, GEST has been carrying out meter reading services for national operators. The company has evolved its meter reading systems over the years by developing software for hand terminals to provide the best result in the field, returning high quality information that exceeds customer expectations.

In 2003, the computer-based data collection systems were improved with the integration of meter photo-reading, capturing photographic documentation to support the reading. Since then GEST has invested in the implementation of new technologies and the development of user-friendly and flexible IT solutions.

main features and benefits

Meter photo-reading provides evidence that the operator has been to the user's premises. Photos are verified by recording the date, time and geographical position of the meter. The photo can also provide evidence of the inaccessibility or location of the meter.

The photo of the meter proves the accuracy of the data read and subsequently invoiced in the event of a dispute by the user. Photographs provide definite and incontrovertible evidence as a useful support for the front-office user.

Meter reading service with photo-reading

experience and expertise

Since 2000, GEST has been carrying out meter reading services for national operators. The company has evolved its meter reading systems over the years by developing software for hand terminals to provide the best result in the field, returning high quality information that exceeds customer expectations.

In 2003, the computer-based data collection systems were improved with the integration of meter photo-reading, capturing photographic documentation to support the reading. Since then GEST has invested in the implementation of new technologies and the development of user-friendly and flexible IT solutions.

main features and benefits

Meter photo-reading provides evidence that the operator has been to the user's premises. Photos are verified by recording the date, time and geographical position of the meter. The photo can also provide evidence of the inaccessibility or location of the meter.

The photo of the meter proves the accuracy of the data read and subsequently invoiced in the event of a dispute by the user. Photographs provide definite and incontrovertible evidence as a useful support for the front-office user.

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