Plans for smart meter installation in millions of homes and businesses has made further progress with the publication of Government decisions on rules for consumer engagement, privacy and security. Consequently, the question of effective billing has come to the fore and SMi Group are pleased to introduce a timely, interactive masterclass hosted by TÜV SÜD BABT that will look the positive correlation between the telecoms industry and the utilities sector. The session programme will address how the utilities sector can take away lessons learnt from the telecoms industry to improve the efficiency and reliability of metering and billing systems.  Email: awilliamson@smi-online.co.uk  Tel: +44 (0) 20 7827 6115  URL: www.smi-online.co.uk/telecoms-metering4.asp