Scaling Last-Mile Electrification: The Technical Reality of ISO 15118 for Fleets

As last-mile delivery fleets transition to electric, the operational complexity of charging thousands of vehicles simultaneously has outpaced simple hardware installation. This webinar will move beyond high-level policy discussions to focus on the technical implementation of ISO 15118 in fleet environments.

Hosted by Hubject, this session will feature technical experts from PowerFlex to dissect how ISO 15118’s Plug&Charge and Smart Charging features are currently being deployed to maximize uptime, reduce operational friction, and manage energy loads for mission-critical delivery vehicles.

What We'll Cover

Why Zero-Touch Charging Matters for Fleets – Acknowledging the operational need for Plug & Charge in high-volume depots and how automated authentication improves charging reliability at scale.

Smart Charging with ISO 15118 – See how ISO 15118’s precise load balancing helps prevent grid updates and ensures vehicles are charged and ready for their next shift.

Fleet-Friendly Certificate Management – Learn how certificates are installed, updated and maintained behind the scenes, ensuring operation without requiring drivers to do anything.

Lessons from Real World Deployments – Hear what real-world rollouts within PowerFlex-powered fleets have shown us about error handling, telematics integration, and vehicle-to-charger communication.

Meet the Speakers

Craig Smith, Product Manager - PowerFlex

Craig Smith is a Sr. Product Manager at PowerFlex, a leading provider of EV charging and energy management solutions. He brings over a decade of product management experience across logistics and technology, with a current focus on fleet charging infrastructure and the digital platform powering it.

In his current role, Craig leads product strategy for fleet charging, working closely with fleet operators and enterprise customers to deliver reliable, scalable charging solutions. He specializes in charging protocols and integrations that help improve the EV driver and operator experiences at scale, guiding products from ideation through launch and deployment.

Craig holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Deven Bohra, Technical Onboarding Manager - Hubject North America

Devender Bohra (Deven) is an Onboarding Manager at Hubject North America, a global leader in EV charging roaming and Plug&Charge services. He brings over five years of entrepreneurial and technical product management experience, guiding products from ideation through launch and scale.

In his current role, Deven leads technical discussions and integrations for roaming and Plug&Charge solutions, helping deliver a seamless charging experience for EV drivers. He collaborates closely with Charge Point Operators (CPOs), e-mobility providers (EMPs), and automotive OEMs across the North American region.

Deven holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering and an MBA in Information Systems from the University of California, Riverside.

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