What is this integration?

This integration connects Brunata WMS's comprehensive energy metering capabilities with the Zero Friction billing platform. Brunata WMS specializes in advanced measurement technologies for heating and cooling systems, offering detailed insights into energy usage. Zero Friction’s platform complements this by providing an automated and user-friendly billing system that manages energy costs effectively. The integration facilitates a direct exchange of metering data from Brunata WMS to Zero Friction, streamlining the entire process from data collection to billing.

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Why is this integration a match with Zero Friction?

This integration is a perfect match for Zero Friction’s mission to simplify and enhance the billing process for energy management. Here’s why:

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1. Seamless data exchange: By integrating with Brunata WMS, Zero Friction ensures that accurate and up-to-date metering data flows smoothly into the billing system. This real-time data exchange minimizes errors and discrepancies, which are common in manual data entry processes.
2. Enhanced efficiency: The integration automates data collection and billing procedures, which reduces the administrative burden on property managers and energy service providers. This automation leads to faster billing cycles and more accurate invoices.
3. Improved transparency: Zero Friction’s platform provides detailed billing reports and analytics that are directly based on the precise data captured by Brunata WMS. This transparency helps customers understand their energy usage and costs, fostering trust and satisfaction.
4. Scalable solutions: Both Brunata WMS and Zero Friction offer scalable solutions that cater to various building sizes and types. This integration supports a wide range of applications, from residential complexes to large commercial buildings.
5. Advanced reporting capabilities: The combination of Brunata’s detailed metering data with Zero Friction’s sophisticated reporting tools enables comprehensive analysis of energy consumption patterns. This can help identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize energy usage strategies.

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How does the integration work?

The integration operates through a robust API connection between Brunata’s metering platform and Zero Friction’s billing system. Here’s a step-by-step overview of how the integration functions:

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1. Data retrieval: The API connection allows Zero Friction’s platform to pull metering data from Brunata WMS on an hourly basis. This ensures that the data is current and reflects real-time energy usage.
2. Data synchronization: The collected data is automatically synchronized with Zero Friction’s billing platform. This synchronization includes details such as energy consumption metrics, time stamps, and building or project identifiers.
3. Data processing: Once the data is received, Zero Friction processes it according to predefined billing rules and tariffs. This involves calculating the energy costs based on the metered consumption and any applicable pricing structures.
4. Invoice generation: After processing, Zero Friction generates detailed invoices for the energy consumed. These invoices are automatically prepared and can be distributed to customers or property managers as needed.
5. Reporting and analytics: The system also generates comprehensive reports and analytics based on the metering data. Users can access these reports through the Zero Friction platform for insights into energy usage and cost management.

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By linking Brunata WMS’s metering technology with Zero Friction’s billing expertise, this integration not only improves operational efficiency but also enhances the overall user experience for energy management and billing.

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