Case Study: Hive achieves reliable, smart EV charging with Pelion connectivity

Hive powers 30,000 EV chargers with Pelion

Hive, a provider of residential technology and a leader in smart EV charging in the UK, needed reliable and secure IoT connectivity to power its ecosystem of home electric vehicle chargers. This connectivity was essential for ensuring its chargers could consistently communicate with its app and energy providers to deliver smart features. To meet this challenge, Hive partnered with vendor Pelion to utilize its managed IoT connectivity services and multi-network IoT SIMs.

The solution implemented by Pelion provided Hive with ultra-resilient, multi-network connectivity, ensuring its EV chargers maintain always-on communication even in areas with poor mobile signals. This reliable connection powers smart features like scheduled charging and unique energy-saving programs. As a result, over 30,000 Pelion SIMs are now deployed across Hive's UK network, enabling seamless customer experiences, streamlined operations through bulk SIM ordering, and supporting Hive's rapid market growth and ambitious 2024 targets.

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