Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Report: Distributed Energy Storage Integrators - Assessment of Strategy and Execution for 14 DESS Integration Service Providers

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The market for distributed energy storage system (DESS) integration is accelerating as organizations seek solutions that improve energy resilience, reduce operational costs, and support decarbonization objectives. Regulatory mandates, corporate sustainability commitments, and declining technology costs are driving growth across commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure sectors. While regulatory uncertainty and grid integration challenges persist, the trajectory indicates increasing deployment, particularly in applications where resilience and flexibility are essential.

This Guidehouse Research Leaderboard provides a comparative assessment of 14 leading DESS integrators based on their strategy and execution capabilities. Vendors were evaluated across multiple criteria, including Vision, Technology, Geographic Reach, Product Portfolio, and Staying Power. The analysis reflects the growing importance of software-driven integration, modular system design, and flexible financing models such as energy-as-a-service. Companies that distinguish themselves through global reach, advanced control platforms, and robust partner ecosystems are best positioned to deliver differentiated value in this competitive landscape.

Key findings highlight a shift toward service-centric business models and turnkey solutions that integrate hardware, software, and life cycle services. Strategic partnerships, investment in digital platforms, and the ability to deliver scalable, financeable solutions are emerging as critical success factors. Vendors that align technology innovation with adaptable business models and effective execution strategies are likely to strengthen their position as the industry matures. This report is designed to guide decision-makers navigating a rapidly changing market shaped by resilience needs, electrification goals, and the growing role of distributed energy resources.

Product Code: LB-DESS-25

1. Executive Summary

1.1 Market Introduction
1.2 The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Grid

2. Market Overview

2.1 Introduction
2.2 Technology Definitions
2.3 Market Drivers
2.4 Market Barriers
2.5 Market Trends

3. The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard

3.1 The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Categories
- 3.1.1 Leaders
- 3.1.2 Contenders
- 3.1.3 Challengers
- 3.1.4 Followers
3.2 The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Grid

4. Company Rankings

4.1 Leaders
- 4.1.1 Tesla
- 4.1.2 ENGIE
- 4.1.3 Siemens
- 4.1.4 Schneider Electric
- 4.1.5 Honeywell
- 4.1.6 Con Edison
- 4.1.7 GE Vernova
4.2 Contenders
- 4.2.1 Wattstor
- 4.2.2 ABB
- 4.2.3 Ameresco
- 4.2.4 TESVOLT
- 4.2.5 BoxPower
- 4.2.6 Clarke Energy
- 4.2.7 PowerSecure

5. Acronym and Abbreviation List

6. Table of Contents

7. Table of Charts and Figures

8.1 Scope of Study
8.2 Sources and Methodology
- 8.2.1 Vendor Selection
- 8.2.2 Ratings Scale
  - 8.2.2.1 Score Calculations
- 8.2.3 Criteria Definitions
  - 8.2.3.1 Strategy

Product Code: LB-DESS-25

List of Tables

Table 3-1. The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Overall Scores

List of Figures

Chart 1-1. The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Grid
Chart 2-1. Annual DESS Capacity Additions by Region, World Markets: 2025-2034
Chart 3-1. The Guidehouse Research Leaderboard Grid
Chart 4-1. Tesla Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-2. ENGIE Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-3. Siemens Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-4. Schneider Electric Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-5. Honeywell Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-6. Con Edison Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-7. GE Vernova Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-8. Wattstor Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-9. ABB Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-10. Ameresco Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-11. TESVOLT Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-12. BoxPower Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-13. Clarke Energy Strategy and Execution Scores
Chart 4-14. PowerSecure Strategy and Execution Scores