Custom energy monitoring system for a leading global retailer.
Overview.
Project background.
A prominent digital energy services company partnered with Full Stack Energy to deliver an advanced, real-time energy monitoring system for one of Europe's largest retail chains. Facing limitations in their existing spreadsheet-based monitoring method, the retailer needed a scalable, data-driven solution to manage energy usage effectively, reduce operational costs, lower CO2 emissions, and significantly enhance their sustainability performance.
Challenges.
- Complex Data Integration: Consolidating disparate data streams from various retail sites with diverse sensor types and reporting standards.
- Real-Time Insights: Providing immediate, actionable alerts and predictive analytics to preempt energy consumption peaks.
- Seamless Integration: Connecting with legacy systems, including SCADA, IoT, and Building Management Systems (BMS), across numerous locations.
- Scalability: Ensuring the system's capability to handle growing data loads as the retailer expanded operations.
- User Experience: Developing intuitive dashboards accessible to all stakeholders, from operational staff to executive management.
Full Stack Energy's
Solution.
Full Stack Energy rapidly developed a robust energy management system within an ambitious 45-day timeframe, swiftly progressing from concept to Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Their expert engineering approach encompassed end-to-end solutions including real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and dynamic visual dashboards for proactive energy management.
Key Technical Highlights:
Real-Time Monitoring & Advanced Visualization: Enabled immediate visibility into energy consumption patterns with interactive dashboards for efficient management.
Smart Alert System: Implemented customized alerts to flag anomalies and prevent energy wastage.
Cloud-Native Architecture: Leveraged Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, and secure APIs to ensure scalability and reliable performance across multiple retail sites.
Seamless IoT & Legacy System Integration: Ensured flawless connectivity with existing infrastructure, promoting immediate adoption and minimal disruption.
Implementation:
Europe-wide.
Industry:
Energy efficiency.
Client:
End-customer:
Tech stack.
Frontend:
Backend:
Infrastructure:
Database:
Monitoring:
Outcome
Impact and results
Why it matters
Full Stack Energy’s expertise enabled rapid deployment and scalability, significantly reducing the client’s time-to-value.
This strategic approach de-risked the investment, validating the retailer’s sustainability vision and unlocking long-term operational savings.
- Cost Reduction & Sustainability: Achieved substantial reduction in energy costs and significant lowering of CO2 emissions through optimized consumption and renewable integration.
- Operational Efficiency: Transitioned client operations from manual entries to automated, scalable data management.
- Enhanced Decision-Making: Empowered stakeholders with predictive insights and real-time data, fostering proactive operational decisions.