Episode 04 - A conversation with Paul Gumienny about the future of roaming, the CPMS market and… emobility in Uganda!

Why Software Is Becoming The Backbone Of EV Charging

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As Europe's EV charging infrastructure continues to expand, success depends on much more than installing reliable hardware. Behind every charging session is a complex digital ecosystem connecting Charge Point Operators (CPOs), Charge Point Management Systems (CPMS), roaming platforms, e-Mobility Service Providers (eMSPs), and energy markets.

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As this ecosystem grows, interoperability, open communication standards, and intelligent software are becoming critical for delivering seamless charging experiences and enabling new services such as Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and smart energy management.

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In this episode of The Charge Point Podcast, Christophe Lephilibert speaks with Paul Gumienny, one of Europe's leading eMobility consultants. Drawing on his experience at Volta Charging and across the EV charging industry, Paul shares his perspective on the future of EV roaming, the evolution of the Charge Point Management System (CPMS) market, the growing importance of Virtual Power Plants, and even how renewable energy is accelerating electric mobility in Uganda.

What You Will Learn From This Episode

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As EV charging networks become increasingly interconnected, software and interoperability are becoming key competitive advantages.

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Key learnings:

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• Why EV roaming is evolving beyond simple interoperability to become a seamless digital experience for drivers and Charge Point Operators.
• How the Charge Point Management System (CPMS) market is becoming increasingly specialized as charging networks grow in scale and complexity.
• Why open standards such as OCPP and interoperability between software platforms are essential for building scalable EV charging infrastructure.
• How Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) could transform charging infrastructure into flexible energy assets capable of supporting the electricity grid.
• Why software innovation is becoming just as important as charging hardware for delivering reliable, customer-focused charging experiences.
• How emerging markets such as Uganda demonstrate that renewable energy and electric mobility can develop together using innovative business models rather than traditional infrastructure pathways.