FCS Optimiser

Fleet Charging Schedule (FCS) Optimiser is an algorithm to calculate the most efficient, cost-effective charging schedule for EV fleets.

FCS Optimiser considers multiple inputs, such as battery state-of-charge, vehicle availability, energy tariff, time constraints, and charger limitations, to optimise EV fleet charging costs.

Fleet EV charging scheduling challenges

  • High charging infrastructure investment when charger utilisation is not optimum.

  • EVs are under charged when charging is not well planned.

  • High cost of energy when ad hoc charging takes places.

  • Variable electricity tariffs can impact charging cost. Flexibility opportunities can be lost.

  • Multiple tools and platforms can complicate charging planning.

FCS Optimiser solves these challenges.

Algorithm

FCS Optimiser uses key data as inputs, including vehicle availability, charging infrastructure availability, charging limitations, energy tariff, EV usage energy estimation, etc. 

FCS Optimiser calculates the optimum charging schedule each day for all EVs in the fleet, and updates it based on live changes.

Integration

FCS Optimiser integrates with Transport Management Systems (TMS) to identify available charging windows and calculate the optimum charging schedule. Users can interact with FCS Optimiser through their TMS or via a bespoke UI.

Key features of FCS Optimiser

  • Calculates the most efficient, cost-effective charging schedule for EV fleets according to the charging infrastructure available.

  • Integrates with Transport Management Systems used by leading Fleet Operators. Bespoke UI also available.

  • Predicts charger utilisation.

  • Predicts charging energy consumption profile for site.

  • Useful to evaluate new electricity tariffs offered by energy suppliers.

User benefits

  • Adaptive, cost-optimised schedule. FCS Optimiser automatically calculates the lowest cost charging plan for your fleet, tailored to your energy tariffs, operational plans, and EV fleet characteristics.

  • EVs always ready when required. FCS Optimiser minimises lost time by ensuring all EVs are charged when they need to be without unnecessary waiting or extra costs for unplanned charging.

  • Intuitive, user-friendly interface available. FCS Optimiser easily visualises and compares charging plans. Simplify complex data to quickly understand cost implications and make informed decisions.