Definition
DMS (Distribution Management System) is software for real-time monitoring, control and optimisation of the electricity distribution network. DMS provides a live view of grid topology, voltage levels, load and equipment status. Core functions include fault detection and isolation (FLISR), load balancing, switching management and outage reporting. DMS typically integrates with SCADASupervisory Control and Data Acquisition - system for real-time monitoring and control of industrial processes. for telemetry and GISGeographic Information System - system for collecting, storing and analyzing location-based data - used in network mapping and planning. for grid topology.