Implementing an automated staking project

Abstract

There have been numerous advancements in hardware and software that have allowed today's computer to move to the field. Many utilities are embracing this fact and implementing projects to enhance their service. One of these projects, automated staking, is beginning to emerge as one of the more commonly used combinations of hardware and software to perform the aforementioned enhanced service. The main purpose of this paper is to document the process of beginning and using an automated staking package. In addition, discussion is provided regarding options of other technologies to aid the automated staking process as well as personnel involvement in the process. It will be up to the utility engineering, information technology, accounting, and management personnel to make the decisions of whether or not the cost of automating this process will be a benefit to the utility.