The Buyer's Guide: How to Select a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) in 2025 - Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.
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The Buyer’s Guide to Selecting a Charge Point Management System in 2025

Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.

Inside this free 45-page guide you will:

The Buyer's Guide: How to Select a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) in 2025 - Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.

Discover how to evaluate CPMS solutions beyond features

The Buyer's Guide: How to Select a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) in 2025 - Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.

Get a detailed framework for assessing your needs

The Buyer's Guide: How to Select a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) in 2025 - Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.

Learn which CPMS capabilities truly matter for scaling your business

The Buyer's Guide: How to Select a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) in 2025 - Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.

Gain a guide to a structured tender process to select the right partner

The Buyer's Guide: How to Select a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) in 2025 - Make an informed Charge Point Management System (CPMS) decision that will drive your growth, streamline operations, and future-proof your EV charging business.

What you’ll learn

Choosing a CPMS is a pivotal decision that impacts every aspect of your EV charging business. This guide transforms complex technical decisions into clear, actionable steps – helping you confidently evaluate options and select a solution that scales with your ambitions.

Strategic decision framework

  • Build a comprehensive assessment of your business needs and use cases
  • Map internal requirements to your long-term growth strategy
  • Create a tailored evaluation checklist that aligns with your specific goals

Critical selection criteria

  • Master the critical factors across product-specific, technology-specific, and vendor-specific CPMS criteria
  • Navigate security and compliance requirements with confidence
  • Evaluate potential providers against industry-leading benchmarks

Implementation guidance

  • Learn from real-world implementation successes and challenges
  • Develop a structured vendor evaluation process that saves time and reduces risk
  • Avoid the hidden pitfalls that can impact your long-term success
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What’s Inside: Your Roadmap to Choosing the Right CPMS

Chapter 1

The role of the CPMS

CPMS have evolved from basic charger management tools into sophisticated, comprehensive platforms. Depending on your business model and operational complexity, your CPMS can serve as either the backbone of your operations or be part of your broader technology ecosystem.

Chapter 2

Business needs assessment

Before selecting a CPMS, establish a clear vision of your charging business model and operational requirements. Understanding your strategic direction, existing resources, and target market will guide every subsequent technology decision.

Chapter 3

The main CPMS selection criteria

We’ve organized CPMS selection criteria into three key areas: product-specific, technology-specific, and vendor-specific. This approach provides a comprehensive evaluation, helping you choose a solution that meets your current needs and aligns with your long-term strategy.

Chapter 4

Streamline the selection process

Now that you’ve gained a comprehensive understanding of the essential criteria for selecting the right CPMS, the next logical step is to formalize your selection process through a structured tender process.

Chapter 5

7 common pitfalls

When selecting a CPMS, be mindful of common pitfalls that can have lasting impacts. These hidden challenges, often minor at first, can lead to significant issues.

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Written by leading industry experts

Johan brings 8 years of experience in SaaS and renewable energy. As the former EV Charging Lead for Accenture Europe, he pioneered large-scale charging infrastructure solutions across multiple markets. Through his deep expertise in charging platforms, he guides clients to optimize operations, navigate regulatory landscapes, and capitalize on emerging e-mobility opportunities.
Johan Van Kooten
Strategic Business Development Director Europe
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Todor leads AMPECO’s Solution Consulting and presales efforts, focusing on enterprise sales, tender management, and guided testing. He ensures seamless alignment of AMPECO’s platform with client needs in the EV charging space. Leveraging his experience in SaaS, consulting, and business development, Todor excels in managing complex client requirements and supporting charge point operators in making strategic decisions that drive scalable solutions.
Todor Stratiev
Head of Solution Consulting
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Alex drives AMPECO’s market presence by leading strategic digital initiatives and crafting compelling product marketing narratives. With proven success scaling B2B technology platforms and deep technological and business expertise in the e-mobility sector, he translates complex technical capabilities into clear value propositions and impactful go-to-market strategies, empowering clients worldwide to leverage AMPECO’s platform.
Alex Petkov
Product Marketing Manager
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