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Complete EV Charging Management Platform with OCPP Integration

A software ecosystem designed to streamline electric vehicle charging management. The platform includes a Charging Station Management System (CSMS) for property managers, mobile apps for EV drivers, and backend infrastructure supporting 65,000+ charging stations with real-time OCPP communication.

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65K+

Charging stations on map

OCPP

Industry protocol integration

Real-time

Station availability tracking

iOS & Android

Native mobile apps

OCPP doesn't natively support reservations. We had to master the protocol and build custom solutions to create a reliable booking system across different charging station hardware.

⚡The Challenge

The OCPP protocol doesn't natively support reservations, forcing property managers to either deny advance bookings or build unreliable workarounds. The platform needed to manage hundreds of concurrent hardware connections cost-efficiently, display 65,000+ charging stations on a high-performance map with real-time availability, and handle different OCPP implementation variations across manufacturers—all while keeping operational costs low for a startup.

💡Our Solution

We built a complete EV charging ecosystem consisting of three integrated platforms: a web-based CSMS for property managers, mobile apps for EV drivers, and a backend infrastructure with full OCPP protocol implementation. The cost-efficient serverless architecture supports hundreds of concurrent WebSocket connections while displaying 65,000+ stations on an optimized map with real-time availability.

Before

Traditional Process

Manual Station Management

Property managers had no centralized way to monitor and control charging infrastructure across locations

No Reservation System

EV drivers couldn't book charging slots in advance, leading to uncertainty and wait times

Limited Hardware Compatibility

Existing solutions locked businesses into specific charging station vendors

Poor Map Performance

Platforms struggled to display thousands of stations without lag or crashes

Complex Payment Processing

Drivers faced complicated payment workflows and unclear pricing

After

Digital Solution

Centralized CSMS Dashboard

Single platform to monitor, manage, and optimize all charging stations with real-time data updates

Advanced Scheduling System

Flexible reservations including on-demand charging, recurring bookings, and VIP priority access

Universal OCPP Integration

Support for diverse charging station hardware through industry-standard OCPP protocol implementation

Optimized 65K+ Station Map

Lightning-fast map with clustering, caching, and dynamic data loading for smooth navigation

Seamless Payment Flow

Integrated payment processing with transparent pricing and automatic billing based on session duration

Your team went above and beyond and built an interesting project in very short time.

Saket Agarwal

CTO, EvLuv | Head of Engineering, Salesforce

Project Highlights:

Delivered complete EV charging platform (CSMS + mobile apps + backend)
Implemented full OCPP protocol integration with 65K+ stations
Built high-performance map with advanced clustering and caching
Created flexible reservation system despite OCPP protocol limitations

Key Features & Technical Implementation

Comprehensive overview of the features delivered and technical solutions implemented to build a production-ready EV charging platform.

OCPP Protocol Integration

Utilized OCPP commands and protocols to initiate charging sessions, monitor session status, and manage reservations. Developed OCPP service to support offline charging session events with time-independent event handlers.

Deliverables:

Custom OCPP service with time-independent event handlers
Event tracking and formatting for hardware vendor sharing
Custom solutions for different OCPP implementation variations

Charging Sessions & Reservations

Implemented secure authentication mechanisms to authenticate users and authorize charging sessions. Optimized system performance with efficient algorithms for reservations and low-latency data processing.

Deliverables:

Secure authentication and authorization system
Efficient reservation algorithms with low-latency processing
Mobile app interface adhering to OCPP standards

Cost-Efficient Server Deployment

Designed a scalable and flexible system architecture that minimizes resource utilization. Employed industry best practices to devise an optimal deployment architecture.

Deliverables:

Serverless architecture supporting hundreds of concurrent WebSocket connections
Optimized resource utilization and deployment strategy

Scalable CSMS Platform

Designed a centralized dashboard for station businesses to monitor and manage all aspects of charging. Enabled creation and management of users & user groups with customizable access levels.

Deliverables:

Centralized monitoring and management dashboard
User and group management with customizable access
Access, pricing, and reservation policies
Real-time data updates with minimal delay

High-Performance Charging Stations Map

Integrated geolocation services to help users find nearby charging stations. Utilized clustering algorithms to group nearby charging stations and improve visual clarity.

Deliverables:

Dynamic charging station data retrieval
Client-side rendering and caching for 65K+ stations
Clustering algorithms for improved visual clarity
Intuitive filtering and search functionalities

Scheduling Calendar for Drivers

Implemented a reservation system allowing drivers to book charging slots in advance. Provided notifications regarding upcoming reservations and charging status updates.

Deliverables:

Advance booking and reservation system
Notifications for reservations and charging status
Flexible scheduling options (on-demand and repeated)
Favorite stations and VIP access features

Technologies

React

React Native

Node.js

PostgreSQL

AWS Serverless

OCPP Protocol

Architecture Highlights

Cost-Efficient Serverless Deployment: Scalable architecture minimizing resource utilization while supporting hundreds of concurrent WebSocket connections to charging stations
OCPP WebSocket Server: Backend facilitating seamless real-time communication with charging station hardware through industry-standard OCPP protocol
Third-Party Integration: Connected with external charging station networks to display all available stations across multiple providers
Advanced Data Optimization: Client-side rendering, caching mechanisms, and clustering algorithms for optimal map performance with 65K+ stations

Services we provided:

Mobile App Development Backend Development Web Application Development

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About the Client

EvLuv

California-based startup founded by entrepreneurs with over 13 years in computer software. The company is led by CEO Guzel Lumpkin, who brings extensive business leadership experience, and CTO Saket Agarwal, who serves as Head of Engineering at Salesforce. The founding team had previously helped other startups reach IPO and brought deep technical and business expertise to the charging infrastructure space.

EvLuv's mission is to boost charging station usage and profitability for property managers while reducing wait times and improving the charging experience for EV drivers. The platform addresses the fragmented EV charging landscape by providing universal management tools that work across different charging station brands.

By the Numbers

CaliforniaHeadquarters in clean energy hub
13+ YearsSoftware development expertise
IPO ExperiencePreviously helped startups reach IPO
Stealth ModePre-launch startup phase

Real-time charging station map with availability

Charging station details and booking interface

We're a focused team working from Europe, building EV charging software for clients in the United States and beyond. We specialize in OCPP protocol implementation and have hands-on experience taking charging platforms from initial concept to production. Our European time zone means progress happens while you sleep.

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Our offices

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Portugal

Cascais

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Ukraine

Proskurivska 45, Khmelnytskyi

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Estonia

Kaupmehe tn 7-120, Tallinn, 10114

5.0

★★★★★16 reviews

FaQ

EV charging platform development costs vary based on complexity, OCPP integration requirements, and features. Factors include charging station management capabilities, mobile app development, real-time communication infrastructure, and payment integration. A comprehensive platform like EvLuv typically ranges from $40,000 to $120,000. Contact us for a free consultation and accurate estimate based on your specific requirements.

Development timelines depend on scope and complexity. A basic charging platform takes 4-6 months, while comprehensive systems with OCPP integration, mobile apps, CSMS, and payment processing (like EvLuv) typically require 8-12 months. We use agile methodology to deliver working prototypes early, allowing you to see progress throughout development and provide feedback.

A Charging Station Management System (CSMS) is designed for property managers and businesses to control charging infrastructure, set pricing policies, manage user groups, and monitor operations. Driver-facing applications are consumer apps allowing EV owners to find stations, make reservations, initiate charging sessions, and process payments. A complete platform like EvLuv includes both components for end-to-end charging management.

Yes, we offer comprehensive maintenance and support including server monitoring, OCPP protocol updates, charging station integration support, feature enhancements, and technical troubleshooting. EV charging platforms require ongoing updates as new hardware becomes available and OCPP standards evolve, making long-term partnership essential for platform success.

Yes, we've built comprehensive reservation systems including advanced scheduling calendars with real-time availability, flexible booking options (on-demand and recurring), VIP access features for priority reservations, push notifications for booking confirmations and reminders, and favorite station marking for frequent users. Our system works seamlessly despite OCPP protocol limitations on direct reservation support.

OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol) is the industry-standard communication protocol between charging stations and management systems. It enables seamless hardware communication, session management, and reservations across different charging station brands. OCPP implementation is essential for scalable EV charging platforms, allowing property managers to control diverse charging infrastructure from a single platform.

Yes, we specialize in OCPP integration with various charging station hardware vendors. Our platform supports different OCPP implementation variations, handles offline charging events, and tracks all hardware communication for debugging. We've successfully integrated platforms displaying 65,000+ charging stations with real-time availability tracking.

We use advanced optimization techniques including clustering algorithms to group nearby stations, dynamic data retrieval based on map viewport, client-side caching for frequently accessed data, and efficient rendering mechanisms. Our implementation maintains smooth performance even with tens of thousands of charging stations displayed simultaneously, ensuring excellent user experience across devices.

We use proven, scalable technologies: React for web interfaces, React Native for mobile apps, Node.js for backend services supporting OCPP WebSocket connections, PostgreSQL for reliable data storage, and serverless architecture for cost-efficient deployment. All technology choices prioritize scalability, real-time performance, and cost optimization for handling thousands of concurrent connections.

We integrate with established payment processors using industry-standard security protocols, implement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms, encrypt all payment data in transit and at rest, and follow PCI DSS compliance guidelines. Our platform handles automatic billing based on charging session duration and energy consumed, with transparent pricing displayed to users before session initiation.

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Complete EV Charging Management Platform with OCPP Integration

⚡The Challenge

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