  Electric grids represent the angular stone of distribution networks. Since
their introduction, a huge evolutionary process turned them from conventional
electrical power network to advanced, real-time monitoring systems. In this
process, the Internet of Things (IoT) proved itself as a fast forwarding
paradigm: smart devices, networks and communication protocol stacks are more
and more integrated in a number of general purpose, industrial grade systems.
In this framework, the upcoming Internet of Services (IoS) is going to
orchestrate the many sensors and components in Smart Grids, simultaneously
enabling complex information management for energy suppliers, operators and
consumers. The opportunity to continuously monitor and send important data
(i.e., energy production, distribution, usage and storage) issues and
facilitates the implementation of trailblazing functionalities. Of course, the
more information are sent throughout the network, the higher the overload will
be, thus resulting in a potentially worsening of the Quality of Service (QoS)
(i.e., communication latencies). This work overviews the concept of Smart Grids
while investigating de-centralized computing and elaboration possibilities,
leveraging the IoT paradigm towards the IoS.
