Itron (NASDAQ:ITRI) is a global technology and services company that specializes in delivering solutions to utilities and smart cities. Its offerings enable energy and water resource management by combining advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), communication networks, software applications and data analytics. Through these integrated systems, Itron helps its customers optimize resource distribution, improve grid reliability and enhance operational efficiencies in both urban and rural settings.
The company’s product portfolio includes electric, gas and water meters equipped with communication modules that support two-way data exchange. Itron’s communication networks leverage licensed and unlicensed radio frequency, cellular and broadband technologies to transmit meter readings and operational data. On the software side, Itron provides analytics platforms, asset management tools and customer engagement solutions designed to facilitate demand response, outage management and predictive maintenance.
Founded in 1977 as U S Electricar, Itron has grown through both organic development and strategic acquisitions. Over the years, the company expanded its global footprint by integrating complementary businesses such as Comverge (demand response) and Silver Spring Networks (IoT networking). These additions have bolstered Itron’s capabilities in smart grid modernization and positioned it as a leading partner for utilities transitioning to digital infrastructures.
Itron maintains operations in more than 100 countries, with major regional hubs in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Headquartered in Liberty Lake, Washington, the company employs a diverse workforce of engineers, IT specialists and field technicians. Itron is led by President and Chief Executive Officer David R. Vickers, who emphasizes innovation in AI-driven analytics and sustainable resource management to address evolving utility challenges worldwide.
