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EMS Dashboards

Yes, ZenGrid EMS supports custom dashboards, allowing users to create tailored visualizations and interfaces for monitoring and managing their energy systems. The custom dashboards provide flexibility in displaying relevant data, performance metrics, and controls, making it easier for users to interact with and optimize their energy environment.

Key Features of Custom Dashboards in ZenGrid EMS​

  1. Modular and Drag-and-Drop Design:

    • ZenGrid EMS’s dashboard interface offers a drag-and-drop design that enables users to select, arrange, and customize widgets without requiring coding skills. This modular approach allows for intuitive customization, letting users quickly build a dashboard that meets their specific needs.

  2. Customizable Widgets:

    • Users can choose from a variety of widgets, such as graphs, tables, charts, and gauges, to visualize real-time and historical data. Widgets can be configured to display energy usage, renewable generation, storage levels, demand forecasts, and other key performance indicators, providing a holistic view of the energy system.

  3. Real-Time Monitoring and Control:

    • Custom dashboards can be configured to show real-time data from various IoT-connected devices and sensors. This enables users to track current conditions and make immediate adjustments if needed, such as adjusting HVAC settings, toggling between energy sources, or managing battery usage.

  4. Integration with the Rules Editor:

    • Dashboards can be linked with the ZenGrid EMS Rules Editor, allowing users to view and adjust rules directly from the dashboard. This integration streamlines the management process, letting users monitor rule-driven automation, make tweaks, and see the impact of changes in real-time.

  5. User Access and Role-Based Views:

    • ZenGrid EMS supports role-based access control, which means different users can have tailored dashboard views based on their roles. For example, facility managers may see in-depth technical data, while financial officers see cost savings and efficiency metrics. This helps optimize user interactions by providing relevant information to each role.

  6. Map-Based Visualization:

    • For larger energy systems, such as microgrids or multi-site operations, ZenGrid EMS offers map-based visualizations that show the geographical layout of energy assets. This feature helps users manage distributed resources, identify anomalies, and optimize system performance across different locations.

  7. Data Export and Reporting:

    • Users can export data directly from the dashboard for reporting or further analysis. The dashboard supports customizable reporting features, allowing users to generate performance summaries and download them for internal use or compliance purposes.

  8. Mobile-Optimized Interface:

    • ZenGrid EMS dashboards are accessible on mobile devices, making it easy for users to monitor and control energy assets on the go. This mobile compatibility ensures users can stay connected to their energy systems wherever they are, enhancing accessibility and responsiveness.

Example Use Cases of Custom Dashboards in ZenGrid EMS​

  1. Energy Community Management:

    • For community energy systems, dashboards can display aggregate usage, production, and storage data. Community members can view their individual contributions, track shared resources, and see cost savings achieved through shared renewable assets.

  2. Commercial Building Energy Optimization:

    • In a commercial setting, a dashboard might show HVAC performance, lighting energy usage, and peak demand patterns. Facilities managers can adjust building controls based on real-time occupancy data, weather forecasts, and energy price signals to optimize energy use and cost savings.

  3. Microgrid Monitoring:

    • For microgrids, a dashboard can display power flows between generation sources, storage, and loads. Users can monitor the grid’s health, switch between renewable and backup power, and balance loads to ensure reliability and efficiency.

Conclusion​

ZenGrid EMS’s support for custom dashboards provides users with a versatile, interactive way to visualize, manage, and optimize their energy systems. With a range of widgets, real-time monitoring, and customizable reporting, ZenGrid EMS empowers users to make data-driven decisions and achieve more efficient, resilient energy operations.