The IEEE P2413 WG makes the first step to define the IEEE P2413.2.1 Standard during the WG Meeting Held in Shanghai

[Shanghai, China, September 17, 2025] During HUAWEI CONNECT 2025, the IEEE 2413 Working Group (WG) held the session focused on the IEEE P2413.2.1 Project“Standard for Testing Products, Systems, and Implementations Based on IEEE 2413.2.” The meeting took place in Shanghai, and the meeting space was sponsored by Huawei. The event brought together over 30 experts from China, Indonesia, Egypt, South Africa, and Europe, who participated in-person as well as on-line. These experts included representatives from power companies, testing organizations, research institutions, and meter equipment vendors. They presented their latest findings and proposed new ideas for WG’s consideration, showing significant progression from designing the Power Distribution IoT Solution (PDIoT) architecture to verifying it through tests.

The IEEE P2413.2 standard, which is well under way, builds on a cloud-pipe-edge-device framework, evolving from isolated intelligence to a more open, adaptable, and comprehensive system. This layered and modular approach tackles issues like diverse end-service needs, high construction costs, rapid changes in renewable energy access, and increased user experience demands. As the draft for the IEEE P2413.2 architecture standard progresses, developing testing standards is crucial to ensure seamless connectivity, robust security, reliable operation, and effective service coordination in the future PDIoT.

During the meeting, participants delved into the power distribution IoT solution architecture testing subfield. They discussed critical aspects such as quality of experience (QoE) metrics, test scope, test environments, and specific test cases for power distribution services. The group reached consensus on the framework for the IEEE P2413.2.1 standard document.

First IEEE P2413.2.1 WG Meeting group photo

At the meeting, Oleg Logvinov, chairman of the IEEE 2413 WG, stated that the launch of the IEEE P2413.2.1 work marks a significant milestone in the standardization of power distribution IoT solutions. This new standard is the world's first testing framework for such solutions also focused on the Quality of Experience. Huawei and other global power industry players are actively contributing their expertise in device, system, and end-to-end solution testing. Together, they are conducting rigorous, mission-critical tests of both modules and systems.

The IEEE, the world's largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity, has over 460,000 members from more than 190 countries. The IEEE Standards Association (IEEE SA) is a global body that brings together experts from various industries to develop standards and ethical frameworks for emerging technologies like AI, AI ethics, quantum tech, and the metaverse. IEEE SA covers areas such as electrical and electronic equipment, testing methods, components, symbols, definitions, and testing procedures. Today, IEEE SA is a leading source of standards in cutting-edge and critical technology fields.

Looking ahead, Huawei will collaborate with ecosystem partners to create an open, verifiable, and scalable testing standard based on the IEEE P2413.2 architecture. This effort aims to advance power distribution IoT solutions from initial deployment to effective and scalable adoption. Huawei will continue to work with power companies and ecosystem partners globally to drive the development and adoption of these standards, supporting the power industry's transition to an intelligent and sustainable future.