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Siemens EMC manual – System description CM110911en_03
Building Technologies Energy management via the Internet 18.09.2009
2.2 Energy management with EMC: the benefits
EMC, the Internet-based application, makes light work of monitoring and controlling
energy consumption
EMC is cost-effective
No upfront hardware/software investments
Maintenance of central IT infrastructure by Siemens
EMC is intuitive
Intuitive operation via web browser
Minimal training needed
EMC is efficient
Efficient, decentralized input/transmission of meter readings
Extensive user management depending on the know-how and access rights of your
staff members
EMC is decentralized
Selective access at all times and from any location
EMC increases productivity
Easy access to your energy consumption data from any internet working place
Meter reading reminder per email and SMS
Automated meter readings (optional)
Direct input of data into EMC on location reduces necessity for manual transfer of
data
EMC allows online/remote support
Remote training can be held simultaneously for staff at different locations
EMC is a flexible, modular strategy
EMC grows with your requirements and needs
EMC protects your investment
Regular back-up of all data
EMC is being continuously improved; upgrades to the functionality become avail-
able to customers immediately