Access to the right data can make or break business decisions, especially when it comes to property. The Nimbus platform has long been delivering property data and insights that have been a game-changer for property professionals across the UK. Two industry leaders— BP Pulse and Co-op Group — share how Nimbus has streamlined their operations, accelerated their growth, and helped them make more informed decisions, faster.

How BP Pulse sped up ultra-fast EV charging site acquisitions

BP Pulse is at the forefront of developing ultra-fast EV charging stations across the UK. Peter Mossendew, Head of Real Estate for the company, explains how his team relies on Nimbus to help them find the best sites for new charging locations.

With a focus on busy motorways and major roads, the ability to quickly assess site viability is critical for BP Pulse. Peter and his team use the platform’s ownership and planning layers to gather vital information on potential sites. This allows them to assess site constraints, surrounding planning applications, and ownership details—all in one place. The result? A significant reduction in time spent pulling data from multiple sources. Peter explains:

"The fact that the team can pull it all from one place, it's all there in a flick of a switch, has really saved us a lot of time,"

This highlights the usefulness of Nimbus' traffic data, particularly in areas without official traffic counters. By analysing mobile phone data, BP Pulse can accurately gauge how busy a stretch of road is, which is crucial for determining the best locations for charging stations​.

For Peter, how the Nimbus platform enables consistent decision-making within the team, is also a key benefit. The platform’s intuitive features enable the team to make sure that all board packs and presentations are uniform, not only saving them time, but also making sure that BP Pulse's capital investments are backed by reliable, consistent data. Peter explained:

"Rather than pulling data in from 10 different websites and being inconsistent, we drive that consistency of decision-making, and that really helps,"

For BP Pulse, Nimbus has truly been a game-changer in speeding up the process of site acquisitions for ultra-fast EV charging stations​.

Listen to what Peter had to say about his experience using the Nimbus platform. 

Co-op Group drives efficiency and expansion

The Co-op Group has long been a household name in the UK, and in recent years, the company has been on a mission to expand its network of food stores. Simon Carr, Development and Acquisition Manager at the organisation, shares how Nimbus has become an invaluable tool with the company’s growth strategy.

After a period of consolidation, Co-op Group is now focusing on accelerating its expansion plans. Simon explains that the company reintroduced Nimbus into its operations to support this, and the platform has been essential in improving the efficiency of their site acquisitions, allowing the team to make faster, data-driven decisions in an instant. Simon explained:

"Nimbus is really bringing some efficiencies to our business right now. It drives a huge amount of efficiency for us in new space and enables us to accelerate decisions through our processes with the depth that Nimbus gives us" 

Simon added that Nimbus provides crucial insights through site-finding heat maps and planning previews, allowing his team to focus on the most promising, and lucrative, opportunities.

But Nimbus isn't just useful for new store locations. Co-op Group also leverages the platform to optimise its existing portfolio of over 2,500 food stores across the UK. By assessing both new and existing spaces, Co-op can identify ways to drive efficiency and continue to improve performance across its entire portfolio.

Simon is particularly impressed with how Nimbus enhances collaboration between his team and strategy colleagues, helping them refine their decisions.

"What Nimbus does is add another layer... and improves my day-to-day efficiency. It means I can move through those conversations much faster, back it up with data-driven research, which is so important in our business."

Overall, Co-op Group has seen remarkable feedback from its acquisition team, who are now able to access the data they need faster and more efficiently than ever before.

Hear Simon's thoughts on how Nimbus elevates efficiencies. 

Nimbus: a catalyst for growth and efficiency

The success stories of BP Pulse and Co-op Group highlight the transformative power of Nimbus in the property industry. Whether it’s accelerating the acquisition process for ultra-fast EV charging stations or driving the expansion of a retail giant, Nimbus provides the tools that property professionals need to stay ahead in today’s competitive landscape.

From simplifying data collection to ensuring consistency across teams, Nimbus helps businesses make informed, data-driven decisions, ultimately driving growth and efficiency.

Are you ready to see how Nimbus can help your business? Explore our platform today and take the first step toward smarter, more informed property decisions.