NES was formed as a result of the spinoff of Echelon Corporation’s Grid Modernization Division in October 2014. However, the beginnings of NES go back much further than October 2014. Echelon Corporation was founded in 1988 by A. C. "Mike" Markkula, an original principal in Apple Computer, and led by M. Kenneth Oshman, one of the four founders of Rolm Corporation. Mike Markula was an angel investor for Apple Computer and also the second CEO of Apple Computer. The original vision for computer networking - connecting all kinds of devices ranging from industrial components to refrigerators and thermostats in the home - was ahead of its time. It ultimately found expression in systems that insure efficient energy use, known today as the “smart grid” and “IOT or the Internet of Things.” Echelon started as a private company that later successfully completed a public offering in July 1998.

Vision 

Their vision is to help usher in a new era of grid safety, reliability and efficiency with their 3 tier, proven, open, multi-application platform.

Mission

Their mission is to develop, produce, and market the world’s most reliable, economical, and versatile device networking infrastructure technology and products (based on the NES System architecture), enabling their customers to increase operating efficiency, save energy, provide control, improve safety, and provide comfort and convenience.

NES Quality Policy  

NES is committed to providing quality products and services to their customers. Their commitment to quality and total customer satisfaction is the responsibility of every employee and is demonstrated by their quality system, on-going management review, and continual improvement based on customer feedback.