Average Ratings 0 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

No User Reviews. Be the first to provide a review:

Write a Review

Average Ratings 0 Ratings

Total
ease
features
design
support

No User Reviews. Be the first to provide a review:

Write a Review

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

Utilmate is a comprehensive cloud-based platform designed for managing utility billing and customer interactions, facilitating the entire process from meter reading to cash collection for various utility services such as electricity, water, gas, and wastewater. This platform enhances the efficiency of meter data handling, billing operations, payment processing, collections, customer communication, and reporting, all within a single, easily adaptable system. Widely recognized and utilized by utility providers, embedded networks, body corporates, residents' associations, property managers, and billing agents in regions including Australia, New Zealand, North America, and the UK, Utilmate not only minimizes manual tasks but also enhances billing precision and elevates the overall customer experience. Its offerings include flexible pricing structures, seamless integrations, customer self-service options, and robust automation capabilities, empowering organizations to grow effectively while ensuring they adhere to changing industry regulations. Additionally, Utilmate’s user-friendly interface and dedicated support further contribute to its reputation as an invaluable resource for utility management.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

Screenshots View All

Screenshots View All

Integrations

Buildium No 
Ezidebit No 
GoCardless No 
Square Payments No 
Stripe No 
Xero No 
Zendesk No 

Integrations

Buildium Yes 
Ezidebit Yes 
GoCardless Yes 
Square Payments Yes 
Stripe Yes 
Xero Yes 
Zendesk Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$0.60
Utilmate offers flexible, usage-based pricing with Starter, Pro, and Premium plans designed to support utility providers at every stage of growth. Every plan includes a 60-day free trial, with the flexibility to upgrade as your business expands and only pay for the features and capacity you need.
Free Trial Yes 
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) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

Badger Meter

Founded

1905

Country

United States

Website

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

Utilmate

Founded

2018

Country

New Zealand

Website

www.utilmate.com

Product Features

Product Features

Utility Billing

ACH Payment Processing Yes 
Account Management No 
Billing & Invoicing Yes 
Cable No 
Collections Management Yes 
Customer Management Yes 
Electricity Yes 
Meter Management Yes 
Metered Billing Yes 
Move In / Move Out Yes 
Natural Gas Yes 
Non-Metered Billing Yes 
Online Payment Processing Yes 
Penalty / Cut-Off Processing Yes 
Rate Management Yes 
Service Call Management Yes 
Trash No 
Water Yes 
Work Order Management Yes 

Alternatives

Alternatives

Banyon Utility Billing Reviews

Banyon Utility Billing

Banyon Data Systems
Jayhawk Utility Suite Reviews

Jayhawk Utility Suite

Jayhawk Software
VertexOne Reviews

VertexOne

Vertex