Industry jargon

OTA update

Also called: over-the-air update, remote firmware update An OTA update installs new software or firmware on a connected charge point remotely over a communications network. It allows a charger fleet to receive fixes or new software without an engineer visiting every site. Remote delivery creates security and operational requirements of its own. The device should be able to verify that an update comes from an authorised source and has not been altered before installation. OCPP includes firmware-management functions. Current OCPP security guidance also covers secure firmware updates as part of the charging-station security model. P