The energy sector is one of the most dynamically evolving markets. While in the past smaller, regional providers merged to create larger, national suppliers, this trend has changed in favour of individual, autonomous producers with strong local roots. This development is forcing energy suppliers to expand their activities from production only to managing demand and supply in order to safeguard permanent availability and grid stability. Romande Energie SA in Switzerland is meeting this challenge through a well-balanced portfolio of value-adding services, including smart energy solutions.