system operator

American  

[sis-tuhm op-uh-rey-ter] / ˈsɪs təm ˌɒp ə reɪ tər /

Also systems operator

noun

Digital Technology.

1. a person who maintains a computer system or network, especially one who operates a computer bulletin board.

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Etymology

Origin of system operator

First recorded in 1900–05; originally referring to a person who monitored a rotary machine, especially a rotary printing press

Example Sentences

Danish transmission system operator Energinet and German counterpart Amprion said on Thursday they will study the development of a hybrid electricity interconnector between Denmark and Germany, tying in offshore wind power.

From Reuters

Power lines: The California Independent System Operator says in a draft report that the state should spend at least $7.5 billion over the next decade on transmission projects, including new and upgraded power lines, The Los Angeles Times reports.

From New York Times

British transmission system operator National Grid ESO issued several notices seeking additional generation capacity for Tuesday because of tight supply and could also pay consumers to cut power use on Wednesday.

From Reuters

According to National Grid's electricity system operator, more than a million households and businesses in England, Scotland and Wales have now signed up to take part in the scheme.

From BBC

A stressed grid led the California Independent System Operator last summer to issue 10 consecutive days of Flex Alerts that called on utility customers to voluntarily cut back on energy consumption.

From Seattle Times