In the battery and energy industry, an Asset Manager refers to either a software platform or a person/organization responsible for monitoring, optimizing, and maintaining energy-related assets—such as battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar panels, inverters, and other power infrastructure. The goal is to maximize asset performance, longevity, and return on investment (ROI).
There are two primary meanings:
Asset Management System (Software)
Provides real-time monitoring, performance analytics, fault detection, and predictive maintenance;
Tracks key parameters such as battery state of health (SOH), state of charge (SOC), charge/discharge cycles, temperature, and BMS status;
Widely used in utility-scale energy storage, microgrids, and distributed energy resources (DERs).
Asset Manager (Person or Organization)
Refers to professionals or teams responsible for the financial and operational management of energy assets;
Tasks include system optimization, lifecycle planning, risk management, and investment strategy;
Plays a critical role in the commercial operation of energy storage and renewable energy projects.
