Cloud vs. Local
Load & Energy Management: An overview of cloud-based vs. local solutions

This whitepaper provides a clear and factual comparison of two common approaches to charging and energy management: local and cloud-based systems.
It outlines how each setup works, highlights key differences, and presents the advantages of combining both in a hybrid model. The concise whitepaper supports informed decision-making in selecting and designing robust smart charging solutions.
In particular, we provide answers to the following questions:
- System design overview of the two solutions
- Key differences between cloud-based and local solutions
- The power of combining the two approaches
Who is it for?
- Product managers
- System providers
- Procurement professionals