Electric vehicles are taking over the roads, and with them comes a big challenge: how to charge them efficiently. ChargeNode, a leading name in the EV charging world, saw the growing demand and decided it was time to rethink how charging stations work - making them smarter, easier to use, and more reliable for everyone.
Background
With roots in Sweden and Norway and a growing presence across Europe, ChargeNode is shaking up the EV charging experience. Their solution stands out thanks to a smart queue system that prioritizes cars based on when they’re leaving, how much power they need, and pricing. By teaming up with Telenor IoT, they’re turning their charging stations into well-oiled machines, improving the experience for EV drivers across the Nordics.
The Problem
ChargeNode wasn’t just focused on building charging stations—they wanted to create a seamless experience for EV owners while keeping operations smooth. But they ran into a few big challenges:
- Managing peak demand: Charging stations get crowded during peak hours, and managing all those cars without delays was no small task.
- Keeping drivers happy: People like to get started quickly. ChargeNode needed a system that could minimize delays and make the charging experience hassle-free.
- Fixing problems fast: Downtime at charging stations isn’t an option. They needed tools to spot issues immediately and get them resolved quickly.
- Using data to get smarter: ChargeNode wanted to understand how people use their stations—when, where, and how often—so they could improve and expand their network.
- Scaling up: As their network grew, managing more stations in different locations added layers of complexity.
The Solution
Enter Telenor IoT. With their help, ChargeNode upgraded its entire system, tackling each challenge head-on:
- Always connected: Each station is now connected directly to the ChargeNode cloud system via the Telenor IoT network. This means that stations can be monitored and controlled remotely, no matter where they are.
- Smart queues: Charging priorities are set based on departure times, power availability, and pricing. This keeps things running smoothly, especially during peak times.
- Quick troubleshooting: If something goes wrong, the system notifies support teams immediately so they can get to the problem before drivers even notice.
- Driver-friendly experience: Real-time updates and streamlined processes mean less waiting and more convenience for EV owners.
- Smarter Insights: Data collected from stations helps ChargeNode identify trends, improve services, and plan where to expand next.
The Results
This collaboration has remade how ChargeNode works inside out. Some of the highlights of this work are:
- Smarter charging flow: A smart queue automatically prioritizes drivers so they can be charged faster and more efficiently, even at peak times.
- Happier drivers: Quicker wait times and a smoother experience increase the satisfaction of EV owners.
- Faster resolution of issues: Instant notifications ensure the problems are solved much faster, keeping the station running with minimal downtown disruption.
- Informed decisions: With better data, ChargeNode is fine-tuning operations and planning expansions in a way that makes sense for the future.
Kristian Sandahl, ChargeNode’s founder, sums it up:
“Telenor IoT connectivity is the backbone of our charging stations. It keeps everything running smoothly, day in and day out. Reliable connectivity isn’t just about making life easier for drivers—it’s what helps our team deliver a top-notch experience every time.”
What’s Next
ChargeNode isn’t stopping here. With Telenor IoT by their side, they’re scaling their network, making EV charging smarter and more accessible. This partnership is setting new standards for how we charge our vehicles—efficient, reliable, and built with the driver in mind.