Whether it’s supporting Net Zero strategies, informing ESG reporting, or enhancing day-to-day facilities management, choosing the right energy monitoring solution partner is key to long-term success. The market is full of sophisticated technologies – but not all solutions are created equal. Procurement leaders and energy managers must ensure their chosen partner can meet current needs while scaling for the future. Here’s what attendees at the Energy Management Summit are looking for…
1. Interoperability and System Integration
Your energy monitoring platform must integrate seamlessly with existing systems, including:
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) platforms
- Smart meters and IoT sensors
✔ Look for providers offering open APIs and proven interoperability with commonly used FM tools
✔ Ensure the platform can centralise data from multiple utilities and multiple sites, providing a single source of truth
✔ Integration should support real-time visibility and automation—not just historical reporting
2. Compliance and Regulatory Alignment
With frameworks like ESOS, SECR, and the UK Government’s Net Zero Strategy, compliance is non-negotiable. Your energy monitoring partner should provide:
✔ Automated data collection and audit-ready reporting
✔ Built-in compliance templates for regulatory submissions
✔ Features that support Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon reporting, and alignment with broader ESG targets
Partners with UK-based data storage and GDPR compliance should be prioritised, especially in the public sector.
3. Scalability and Future-Proofing
Choose a solution that can grow with your organisation’s needs. This means:
- Supporting new locations or facility types as your estate expands
- Handling increasing volumes of IoT and sensor data
- Offering modular features that can be added over time (e.g. predictive analytics, AI-based insights)
Ask potential providers about their product roadmap, and whether their system is built for continuous updates and innovation.
4. User Experience and Reporting Capabilities
Energy monitoring data is only useful if it’s accessible and actionable. Your chosen platform should offer:
✔ Customisable dashboards for energy teams, facilities managers, and executives
✔ Real-time alerts for usage anomalies or compliance risks
✔ Visual, exportable reports that support decision-making and stakeholder communication
Training, onboarding, and ongoing support should also be factored into your procurement evaluation.
Energy monitoring is a strategic enabler for performance, compliance, and sustainability. By selecting a partner with the right blend of technical capability, system compatibility, regulatory insight, and user focus, organisations can build a data-driven energy strategy that delivers long-term value and operational resilience.
Are you searching for energy Metering & Monitoring solutions for your organisation? The Energy Management Summit can help!
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