USNAP Alliance

	Utilities Provides protection against HAN standards changes which may occur over the life of the meter Supports proprietary and non-proprietary meter interfaces Enables affordable products with no up-front cost added in every meter Allows any Smart Meter to access HAN devices Reduces installation errors through utility configuration Supports broad range of products from multiple vendors Lowers labor costs for installation Supports rapid and cost effective ROI Supports future consumer moves by adapting to different utility programs
	Manufacturers Reduces cost of product development Lowers inventory cost due to standardized SKU’s Simplifies cross vendor integration Supports mass market opportunity Minimizes deployment errors and returns Regulators Enables HAN deployment today and provides hedge against any future connectivity or meter changes Supports proprietary and non-proprietary meter interfaces Enables affordable products with no up-front cost added in every meter Allows any Smart Meter to access HAN devices Reduces installation errors through utility configuration Supports broad range of products from multiple vendors Lowers labor costs for installation Supports rapid and cost effective ROI Supports future consumer moves by adapting to different utility programs	Consultants and Academics Supports development and adoption of important industry initiatives Represents interests of utilities, regulators and suppliers Contributes to USNAP Specification development Retailers Reduces number of SKUs ( & Floorspace) required to support utility smart meter programs Simplifies device interoperability, networking and deployment Decreases likelihood of consumers returning smart devices and appliances due to networking issues Creates pull-through for complimentary products and services Enables new class energy aware consumer products Supports increased competition and new product innovation Appeals to large segment of consumers looking to live green and save money