Three Deployment Tiers

Flexible Deployment

Cloud-hosted or on-premises deployment options to match your infrastructure requirements — from entry-level demand response participation to full AI demand optimization with complete data sovereignty.

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DR Event Optimizer

Entry-level DR participation

IDO Cloud

Full AI optimization, managed cloud

IDO On-Premises

Complete data sovereignty

The Problem

One-Size-Fits-All Cloud Does Not Work for Every Enterprise

Organizations have fundamentally different requirements for data governance, network architecture, security posture, and operational control. A government agency or financial institution may be prohibited from sending operational data to any third-party cloud. A hospital may require air-gapped network compatibility. A multi-site retailer may simply want the simplicity of a fully managed service.

Many energy management software providers offer only a single cloud-based deployment model. Organizations that cannot or will not accept that constraint are left without access to AI-driven demand optimization entirely.

DemandQ solves this by offering three deployment tiers — so every organization can access the same patented technology and verified savings performance within an infrastructure model that meets their requirements.

Common Infrastructure Requirements

Data Sovereignty

IDO On-Premises

All operational data must remain within the organization's own network infrastructure.

Air-Gapped Networks

IDO On-Premises

Facilities are on isolated networks with no external internet connectivity.

IT Simplicity

IDO Cloud

Prefer zero on-premises software or hardware to deploy and maintain.

DR-Only Entry Point

DR Event Optimizer

Want to start with demand response participation before committing to full optimization.

The Solution

Three Tiers to Match Your Infrastructure Requirements

DemandQ offers three deployment tiers. All three use identical AI models, patented queuing technology, and IPMVP-compliant measurement methodology. The only difference is where and how the software runs.

Entry-level demand response participation

DR Event Optimizer

The ideal starting point for facilities that want to participate in demand response programs and capture DR revenue. The DR Event Optimizer handles event notification, automated precooling, and curtailment dispatch — available as both a cloud-hosted managed service and a self-hosted on-premises deployment, giving you flexibility from day one.

Best For

Organizations entering demand response programs for the first time

  • Automated demand response participation
  • Predictive modeling precooling for guaranteed curtailment
  • IPMVP-compliant event reporting
  • BACnet and EZConnect integration
  • Managed cloud infrastructure — no IT overhead
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Most Popular

Full AI demand optimization in the cloud

IDO Cloud

The complete IDO platform delivered as a fully managed cloud service. IDO Cloud adds continuous peak demand optimization and price mitigation on top of the DR Event Optimizer — providing the full breadth of DemandQ's AI-driven demand management without any on-premises infrastructure.

Best For

Multi-site enterprises seeking comprehensive demand management without IT complexity

  • Everything in DR Event Optimizer
  • Continuous peak demand optimization (10–25% reduction)
  • Real-time price mitigation with 8-second response
  • Full API access for BMS and ERP integration
  • Real-time analytics dashboard
  • Scalable to hundreds of sites
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Complete control within your own network

IDO On-Premises

For organizations with strict data sovereignty requirements, air-gapped network constraints, or the operational preference to run DemandQ entirely within their own infrastructure. IDO On-Premises delivers full IDO Cloud capability with no data leaving your network.

Best For

Government, defense, healthcare, financial services, and regulated industries

  • Everything in IDO Cloud
  • All data stays within your network
  • Air-gapped network compatible
  • On-premises hardware or private cloud
  • Custom integration and support
  • Full source audit capability
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Feature Comparison

What Is Included in Each Tier

FeatureDR Event OptimizerIDO CloudMost PopularIDO On-Premises
Demand Response
Peak Demand Optimization
Price Mitigation
Real-Time Analytics DashboardLimited
IPMVP-Compliant M&V Reporting
Data Sovereignty

On-premises deployment keeps all data within your network, never leaving your infrastructure.

CloudCloudOn-Premises
Full API AccessLimited
BACnet / EZConnect Integration
Predictive Modeling Precooling (ADR)
Continuous Load Optimization
Air-Gapped Network Support
Custom Integration SupportOptional

All tiers use identical patented AI technology and IPMVP-compliant measurement methodology. Feature availability may vary by integration type and site configuration.

Key Benefits

Why Flexible Deployment Matters

Data Sovereignty Option

For organizations with strict data governance requirements, IDO On-Premises keeps every byte of operational data within your own network infrastructure. No data ever touches DemandQ's cloud.

Full API Access

IDO Cloud and On-Premises both provide complete API access for integration with your existing building management systems, ERP platforms, and operational data infrastructure.

Scalable Architecture

All three tiers scale from a single facility to thousands of sites. DemandQ's platform architecture is designed for multi-site portfolio management from day one — not retrofitted for scale.

Same AI Technology

Every deployment tier uses identical AI models, patented queuing technology, and IPMVP-compliant measurement methodology. The deployment model changes — the performance does not.

Getting Started

From Assessment to Full Deployment in as Little as One Month

  1. 01

    Infrastructure Assessment

    DemandQ's team assesses your existing BAS, network architecture, and data governance requirements to recommend the optimal deployment tier for your organization.

  2. 02

    Integration Mapping

    We map your BACnet endpoints, JACE controllers, or EZConnect-compatible systems to define the integration scope. Most commercial BAS systems are compatible without modifications.

  3. 03

    Deployment Configuration

    For cloud tiers, DemandQ provisions the environment and configures connections. For on-premises, we provide the software package and integration support for your IT team.

  4. 04

    Go-Live and Verification

    Commissioning verifies all endpoints are responsive and baseline performance is established. IPMVP measurement begins from day one — so every kW of savings is captured from the start.

EZConnect — Free Integration Toolkit

EZConnect is DemandQ's free integration toolkit for building automation professionals. It includes a JACE plug-in for Niagara-based systems and BACnet modules, enabling fast, standards-based integration with any compatible BAS — regardless of which deployment tier you choose.

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