Rokitt Astra Technology Acquisition by Centrica strengthens Direct energy

The  acquisition of assets of Rokitt Astra and Rokitt Astra technology  by Centrica have strengthens the access to Innovation pipeline and data Science expertise of Direct Energy.

This technology supports an important area of strategic focus and offers a leading data management solution when combined with the Io-Tahoe1 suite of smart solutions. The Rokitt Astra technology, recently recognized by leading Gartner2 analysts as a smart data discovery and modern stewardship solution, complements Centrica’s existing data management capabilities, which include Data Tap, Fingerprinting and Concierge. Rokitt Astra also enables Centrica Innovations to build, and Direct Energy customers to benefit from, a broader, more comprehensive digital technology portfolio, innovation technology pipeline and expertise in data science and analytics.

Centrica Innovations Director, Christophe Defert said that Direct Energy customers across North America will benefit from the combined resources and capabilities of Rokitt Astra and Io-Tahoe as part of our on-going commitment to delivering a smarter energy future helping residential and business customers take control of their energy and save money.

Centrica’s Group Chief Information Officer. Mike Young said that Digital technology, particularly big data and the actionable insights provided by data analytics are influencing and accelerating change in many markets, including the energy market. Data science and analytics are core components of our long-term technology strategy. The acquisition of Rokitt Astra is an exciting and value-creating addition to our digital technological capability.