Glossary -------- .. glossary:: :sorted: balanz An OCCP-based smart charging solution. OCPP Open Charging Communication Protocol. See more at `Open Charge Alliance `_. CSMS CS Charge Service Management System/Central System, a system that manages the charging process for electric vehicles. EV Electric Vehicle, a vehicle powered by electricity. Charger Charge Point The Charge Point or Charger is the physical system where an electric vehicle can be charged. LC OCCP-defined Local Controller. Sits between the Charge Points and Central System and performs Smart Charging. OCPP-J OCPP via JSON over WebSocket