EcoStruxure Data Center Expert

EcoStruxure Data Center Expert (DCE) — On-Premises DCIM Software

Formerly known as StruxureWare Data Center Expert, EcoStruxure Data Center Expert (DCE) is Schneider Electric’s proven on-premises data center infrastructure management platform — trusted by IT and facilities managers who need comprehensive monitoring and control without reliance on cloud connectivity.

DCE gives you centralized, real-time visibility across your entire physical infrastructure — power, cooling, and environmental conditions — from a single on-premises management console. For organizations where data security policies, network restrictions, or operational preferences make cloud-based monitoring unsuitable, DCE delivers enterprise-grade DCIM capability entirely within your own environment.

What EcoStruxure Data Center Expert (DCE) Does

DCE continuously monitors your data center infrastructure, collecting data from UPS units, PDUs, cooling systems, and environmental sensors across your estate. Intelligent alerting notifies your team of developing issues before they escalate, while detailed historical reporting supports both operational decision-making and compliance requirements.

The platform integrates with a broad range of Schneider Electric hardware as well as third-party devices via SNMP and other standard protocols — giving you a unified view regardless of the mix of equipment in your environment.

EcoStruxure Data Center Expert Features

• Real-time monitoring of power, cooling, and environmental conditions across your estate
• Centralized management of APC and Schneider Electric UPS units, PDUs, and cooling systems
• Third-party device support via SNMP, Modbus, and BACnet
• Intelligent alerting with configurable thresholds and escalation rules
• Detailed event logging and historical reporting for operational and compliance use
• Integration with IT service management (ITSM) platforms and building management systems (BMS)
• Fully on-premises deployment — no cloud dependency or external data transfer
• Scalable architecture suitable for single-site and multi-site environments

Upgrading from StruxureWare?

If you’re currently running StruxureWare Data Center Expert, EcoStruxure Data Center Expert is the direct successor and upgrade path. The platform builds on the same proven foundation with an updated interface, expanded device compatibility, and deeper integration with the broader EcoStruxure ecosystem. Power Solutions can assist with migration planning and upgrade deployment to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption to your monitoring coverage.

Who Is EcoStruxure Data Center Expert Suited To?

DCE is best suited to organizations that need a robust, on-premises DCIM solution and want to avoid cloud dependency — whether for security, compliance, or operational reasons. It’s particularly well suited to environments with a significant installed base of Schneider Electric and APC hardware, though its broad third-party device support makes it a strong choice for mixed-vendor estates as well.

If your priority is anywhere-access monitoring through a cloud-based platform, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure IT Expert may be a better fit — our team can help you compare the two options.