This document discusses strategies for efficient power consumption in stationary sensors connected to GSM networks. Key points include: - Small amounts of data are sent infrequently to reduce power usage. Distance from the base station has little impact as long as it can be reached. - The module with the lowest standby power consumption is selected. GSM network configuration (re-registration time, discontinuous reception) also affects power usage. - There is a tradeoff between instant manageability versus power consumption. Techniques like duty cycling can help optimize this tradeoff. - GSM communication is more power efficient than simulated push bearers (e.g. GPRS).