Energy monitoring for installers: an opportunity in the energy transition
The energy transition is fundamentally changing the role of installers and energy advisors. In the past, the focus was on installing individual systems such as heating units or solar panels. Today, demand is shifting toward energy monitoring and data-driven energy management for installers.
Building managers, property owners, and end users now expect more than just technology. They seek insight, control, and continuous optimization. Using an energy monitor as an installer enables exactly that. A great example is EcoFocus, part of the platform Energie voor Elkaar, which manages sustainable heat networks across the Netherlands.
Why energy monitoring is becoming essential in modern building management
With rising energy prices, stricter regulations, and increasing pressure to act sustainably, gaining control over consumption is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Traditional installations may function well, but they often fail to provide insight into energy waste or actual system performance.
For installers and technical service providers, this shift offers a valuable opportunity to expand their role:
- From installer to energy partner by staying involved after installation
- New business models through maintenance contracts based on real-time usage
- Stronger customer loyalty by offering continuous value beyond delivery
- Energy insight as a clear differentiator for technical service providers
In practice: energy monitoring at EcoFocus
EcoFocus operates sustainable heat networks across the Netherlands. Their key challenge was gaining better insight into real usage and network performance. You can only manage efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction effectively when you know what is happening on the ground.
That is why EcoFocus partnered with Aurum, a company that provides smart gateways and dashboards for real-time energy monitoring tailored to installers.
From radio signals to real-time energy management
For years, EcoFocus used radio signals to collect data from the heat network. Over time, this approach revealed several limitations:
- Reliability issues, with some data not being received
- Inefficiency, making it hard to respond to customer inquiries
- Incomplete information, leaving end users without insight into their consumption
At the same time, the need for transparency was growing, both internally and toward customers.
The solution: Aurum as a partner in energy monitoring
Aurum provided more than just tools. Through close collaboration, a modern and reliable infrastructure was implemented using Aurum gateways. These smart devices collect real-time usage data directly from the meter, making it visible, accurate, and easy to act on.
The impact of energy monitoring for installers: transparency, control, and confidence
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A complete view of consumption
EcoFocus now receives accurate and comprehensive datasets. This makes it possible to see exactly what is happening at a customer’s location, even before they reach out.
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Faster support and greater insight
When questions arise, EcoFocus can access specific data points and moments. This improves both customer satisfaction and the reliability of their service.
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Encouraging energy-aware behavior
Giving end users insight into their own consumption opens the door to behavioral change and energy savings.
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Prepared for the future of energy management
The collaboration with Aurum lays the groundwork for digital transformation, proactive maintenance, and data-driven network design based on actual usage behavior.
From installer to data-driven energy monitoring service provider
The shift from traditional installation work to smart energy management for installers can be simple and scalable. With flexible, brand-independent systems like EnergyGrip, monitoring can be offered as a service without requiring heavy investment in software development.
For companies like EcoFocus, this approach leads to stronger customer relationships and ongoing partnerships. Instead of one-time projects, it creates a continuous service model based on insight, advice, and optimization.
Ready to take the next step in energy monitoring?
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