endorsedOngoing

Android Meter-Reading App for UNIMOD

Services Covered:

Mobile Application Development

Industry

Energy & Natural Resources

Duration

128 months

Budget

50K - 199K

Start Date

1 December 2015

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Nearshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

75/100

Good

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Client

UNIMOD

Switzerland

Project Summary

Cinnamon Agency developed a meter-reading Android application for a power-company client, enabling employees to locate meters, read digital and analog meters, and prevent fraudulent readings. The app integrates with the client’s ERP via web services and includes GPS mapping, Bluetooth/radio reader support, manual entry with plausibility checks, photo capture, and data backups; the vendor continues to provide maintenance and further development.

Key Challenges

Develop a mobile meter-reading solution for Android devices.
Finish and stabilize a complex Android project after an unsuccessful initial vendor engagement.

Project Deliverables

Android meter-reading mobile application
ERP billing system integration via web services/REST API
GPS-based meter mapping and navigation
Bluetooth and radio receiver integrations for meter reads
Manual meter entry with plausibility checks and photo capture with timestamp
Data backup functionality

Project Solution

Cinnamon Agency translated the client's concept into an Android architecture and implemented a stable meter-reading application that integrates client ERP data via web services. The vendor implemented GPS-based meter mapping and navigation, Bluetooth adapter and radio receiver connectivity for automated reads, manual entry with plausibility checks for analog meters, photo capture for fraud evidence, and data backup mechanisms to ensure billing continuity.

Project Outcome

Clients reported the app was intuitive and required no training.
Cinnamon Agency provided fast response times (issues addressed within a day) and strong communication.

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

Android
REST API

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“The final application received good reviews; users say the application is intuitive and easy-to-use. Cinnamon Agency’s team has great communication and is responsive within 24 hours of an issue. They excel at finding new and creative solutions to problems in the development process.”
Patrick Gauch
CEO
Date: 09/21/2017