Migrating a charging network to a new software platform: case studies from AMPECO

AMPECO specialises in providing software solutions for electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, often assisting customers in migrating from legacy platforms to its own system. This migration process is complex and impacts all facets of a charge point operator’s (CPO) business, including driver services, payment processing, hardware compatibility, and partner integrations. The company has developed significant expertise in this area, having successfully transitioned over 120,000 charge points through tailored engineering efforts and close collaboration with client teams. Several case studies highlight the challenges and benefits of such migrations. E.ON Drive Infrastructure, which operates more than 6,000 chargers across 11 European countries, faced the difficulties of managing diverse regulatory environments and hardware setups. The move to AMPECO’s platform provided E.ON with scalable and flexible control over its network, enabling bespoke solutions tailored to customer needs. Similarly, Swisscharge, serving 200,000 drivers and operating multiple business models, required a platform capable of handling a wide range of use cases, which AMPECO’s comprehensive data model and reliable project management successfully delivered. Wattif’s migration involved consolidating charge points from seven acquired companies, spanning over 45,000 units and multiple European markets. AMPECO’s teams ensured hardware compatibility across a broad spectrum of charger types, streamlining Wattif’s operations under a unified software system. Eldrive, operating in Bulgaria, Romania, and Lithuania, switched due to the stagnation of their previous provider’s platform and scaling limitations. AMPECO implemented a multi-tenant architecture with seamless payment routing and a partner portal that significantly reduced administrative burdens, earning praise for its efficient communication and comprehensive feature set. These migrations underscore the critical role of adaptable, robust software platforms in supporting the rapid expansion and operational complexity of EV charging networks. AMPECO’s experience demonstrates that successful platform transitions require not only technical expertise but also close cooperation with CPOs to address unique market and business demands. As the EV charging sector continues to grow, such migrations are likely to become an essential component of network development and optimisation.