Traditional distribution transformer service area management is facing ever increasing challenges in aspects as numerous devices

weak communication infrastructure and service upgrade is heavily depended on equipment manufacturers. With the new value opportunities brought by the internet of things

this paper proposes a new way of distribution transformer service area management within a more standard architecture

which can achieve specific functions in a more flexible way. Firstly

this paper sorts out the problems existing in the traditional distribution service area management.Based on internet of things

related design concept

key technologies and collaborative operation approach are proposed.To demonstrate its real world applications

two practical implementation examples are presented with one for plug and play installation of low-voltage equipment

and another as electric vehicle charging pile management. Finally

the prospects of the distribution transformer service area management based on the internet of things technologies are presented.