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Description

The cloud-based BEACON Software as a Service (SaaS) provides a comprehensive solution for utility management and consumer engagement, addressing needs such as meter reading, proactive exception management, and detailed reporting. Leveraging advanced ORION endpoints, the BEACON SaaS captures interval meter reading data through various communication technologies, including cellular, fixed networks, and mobile methods, delivering 15-minute interval data as frequently as four times a day. This system offers in-depth analytics and a complete overview of the water utility and metering system efficiency. Users benefit from instant access to metering data and system alerts through a user-friendly interface that features extensive custom reporting options. Additionally, it promotes proactive exception management by sending timely alerts and real-time notifications to quickly address operational and customer service challenges. With APIs that facilitate easy integration with customer information systems (CIS), billing processes, and other utility platforms, BEACON SaaS stands out as a flexible cloud-based solution. Ultimately, its design not only enhances operational efficiency but also improves customer satisfaction through effective engagement strategies.

Description

Metron's software is anchored by WaterScope®, a sophisticated cloud-based platform designed for water data management and analytics, which gathers usage information every minute from smart water meters and cellular registers, providing utilities, municipalities, and various property types—including commercial, residential, and multi-family housing—with comprehensive insights into water consumption patterns. WaterScope processes high-resolution data by validating and enhancing it for precision, subsequently converting it into actionable insights and billing information while ensuring smooth integration with pre-existing billing and operational systems, which facilitates automated reporting, trend analysis, and the detection of leaks and anomalies, thus optimizing workflows. The platform also features specialized applications, such as WaterScope Classic for meter management and billing integration, WaterScope PLUS for advanced business intelligence dashboards, and a mobile app designed to assist maintenance teams, all operating on a secure cloud infrastructure that adapts to both individual properties and extensive utility networks. Furthermore, WaterScope’s capabilities empower organizations to make informed decisions based on real-time data, ultimately enhancing water conservation efforts and operational efficiency.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Cloudflare No 

Integrations

Cloudflare Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Badger Meter

Founded

1905

Country

United States

Website

www.badgermeter.com/products/analytics-software/beacon/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Metron

Founded

1990

Country

United States

Website

metron-us.com

Product Features

Product Features

ESG

Activity Dashboard No 
Analytics/Reporting No 
Audit Management No 
Benchmarking No 
Compliance Management No 
Data Visualization No 
Document Management No 
Performance Metrics No 
Risk Assessment No 

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