MRI Energy

1. Discovery & Planning
   • Define goals, portfolio scope, and integration needs.

   • Identify data sources (meters, invoices, IoT sensors).

2. Data Integration & Configuration
   • Centralise and standardise energy data from all formats.

   • Configure dashboards, alerts, and reporting tools.

3. System Setup
   • Enable features like anomaly detection, tenant billing, and carbon tracking across Scopes 1, 2, and 3.

   • Validate utility invoices and set baselines for sustainability metrics.

4. Training & Onboarding
   • Train energy, facilities, and sustainability teams.

   • Ensure users can confidently navigate dashboards and reports.

5. Go-Live & Optimisation
   • Launch across sites with automated alerts and predictive insights.

   • Monitor performance and fine-tune system settings.

6. Ongoing Support

   • Continuous updates and support as portfolio needs evolve.

Estimated Duration

• Small to mid-sized portfolios: ~4–8 weeks

• Large or complex portfolios: ~2–4 months

MRI’s emphasis on automation and integration helps reduce manual effort and accelerate deployment.

MRI Energy offers extensive options to tailor the platform to your organization’s energy management goals:

• Multilingual & Multi-Currency Support Ideal for global enterprises, the software supports multiple languages and currencies for centralized data management.

• Data Source Flexibility It can import/export data from virtually any system or format, including IoT sensors, smart meters, and legacy platforms.

• Custom Dashboards & Reports Users can configure dashboards to highlight KPIs, anomalies, and trends specific to their operations. Built-in templates can be modified or expanded.

• Virtual Metering Create virtual meters to aggregate data across buildings, equipment, or departments for more granular analysis.

• Anomaly Detection & Alerts Set custom thresholds for energy usage and receive automated alerts when data falls outside expected ranges.

• Co-Branding Options The interface can be customized to reflect your corporate branding, which is useful for internal adoption or client-facing portals.

• Tenant Billing & Invoice Validation Tailor billing workflows to match lease structures, consumption patterns, and regulatory requirements.

• Setup Fees: May apply for initial configuration, data integration, and onboarding. These fees often depend on portfolio size and complexity.

• Maintenance: Typically included in subscription or licensing. Covers updates, bug fixes, and system enhancements.

• Support Charges: MRI offers tiered support options. Basic support may be included; premium services like 24/7 access or a dedicated account manager could incur extra charges.

• Training: Introductory training is often bundled. Advanced or ongoing training sessions may be billed separately.

• Customisation: Tailored dashboards, reports, or integrations beyond standard features may involve additional fees.

• Online Help Portal: Users can access built-in help resources directly within the MRI Energy platform by pressing the Help button after login.

• Webinars & Feature Walkthroughs: MRI offers webinars to showcase new features, provide usage tips, and help users maximise value from the platform.

• Support Channels: Users can submit issues via the MyMRI Portal or contact regional support teams by phone or email for personalised assistance.

• End User License Agreement (EULA): Training includes guidance on compliance with MRI’s licensing terms.

• Data Encryption: Protects data in transit and at rest.

• Access Controls: Role-based permissions to restrict sensitive data access.

• Compliance Standards: Likely aligned with GDPR, ISO, and other global data protection frameworks.

• Audit Trails: Tracks user activity for accountability and transparency.

• Regular Feature Releases: MRI Energy rolls out updates periodically, including new data export formats and configuration options.

• User Education: Updates are accompanied by webinars and documentation to help users adopt new features smoothly.

• Version Control: Managed centrally to ensure all users benefit from the latest enhancements without manual intervention.

• Data Centralisation: MRI Energy collects and stores energy-related data from over 200 integration sources, including IoT devices, BMS systems, spreadsheets, and smart meters.

• Ownership: While MRI doesn’t explicitly state its data ownership policy on the public site, enterprise platforms like MRI typically allow clients to retain ownership of their data. This means your organisation controls how data is used, shared, or exported.

• Portability: MRI Energy supports import/export from a wide range of formats and systems, enabling easy migration or integration with other platforms. This flexibility is crucial for organisations that may switch systems or need to share data with external partners.

• Scalability: MRI Energy is designed to grow with your organisation. It supports increases in meters, sites, and buildings without requiring major reconfiguration.

• Modular Features: You can activate or deactivate features like tenant billing, carbon tracking, or anomaly detection based on evolving needs.

• Multi-site & Multi-currency Support: The platform handles global portfolios with multilingual and multi-currency capabilities, making it suitable for both expansion and consolidation.

• Contract Duration: Typically structured as annual or multi-year agreements, depending on portfolio size and service scope.

• Renewal Terms: Contracts may auto-renew unless cancelled within a specified notice period. Clients are advised to review renewal clauses carefully to avoid unintended extensions.

• Cancellation Policy:
  • Rescission Periods: Some regions allow a short window (e.g., 3 days) after signing during which contracts can be cancelled without penalty.
  • Early Termination Fees: Cancelling before the contract end date may incur fees, which vary based on contract type and remaining term.

  • Exit Clauses: Commercial contracts often include detailed exit terms, including notice periods and financial penalties.

• Scaling Terms: MRI Energy supports flexible scaling, allowing organisations to add or remove sites, meters, or features. These changes may affect pricing and contract scope but typically do not require full renegotiation.

• GHG Protocol: Enables organisations to report greenhouse gas emissions in line with global standards used by over 90% of Fortune 500 companies.

• ISO 50001: Supports the implementation of energy management systems focused on continuous improvement in energy performance.

• LEED: Assists in tracking and reporting energy data for buildings pursuing LEED certification.

• Net Zero Targets: Facilitates monitoring of carbon emissions and offset projects across Scopes 1, 2, and 3.

• ESG Reporting: Provides tools for environmental, social, and governance disclosures aligned with investor and regulatory expectations.

• Custom Legislative Reporting: Allows users to input their own conversion factors and formats to meet local or industry-specific compliance requirements.