Yes, UnityCharge’s Charging Management System supports scheduled charging profiles for fleet vehicles using OCPP 2.0.1 without requiring cloud connectivity. It also maintains compliance with ISO 15118 for Plug & Charge sessions through local edge processing and pre-configured authorization rules.
How Scheduled Charging Works in Practice
UnityCharge enables fleet operators to define time-based charging schedules directly within the CMS, which are then communicated to individual chargers via OCPP 2.0.1. These schedules can specify start and stop times, power levels, and even vehicle-specific preferences. The system stores these profiles locally on the edge computing platform, Saha-Edge, ensuring that charging operations continue even when cloud connectivity is lost.
This capability is especially useful for fleet managers who need to align charging with energy tariffs, grid availability, or operational needs. For example, a logistics company might schedule overnight charging during off-peak hours to reduce costs and ensure vehicles are ready for morning operations.
What This Means for Fleet Operations
For fleet operators, this offline functionality means greater operational resilience. Charging schedules remain active even during network outages or in remote locations where cloud access is limited. The system automatically applies the correct charging profile based on vehicle identity and authorization data stored locally.
ISO 15118 compliance ensures that Plug & Charge sessions are handled securely and efficiently, without requiring manual intervention or additional authentication steps. This is particularly valuable in high-volume fleet environments where minimizing downtime and streamlining user experience are critical.
Related Reading
For more on related topics, see: UnityCharge Multi-Tenant CMS for Charging Networks.
Further reading: EV Charging Software Features | Tecell CMS (UnityCharge) – OCPP, Billing, Mobile
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