EcoStruxure IT Expert
Data center infrastructure management (DCIM) software
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$500.00 per year
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What is EcoStruxure IT Expert
EcoStruxure IT Expert is a cloud-based DCIM and monitoring application focused on power and cooling infrastructure in data centers and distributed IT/edge sites. It aggregates device telemetry, alarms, and health indicators to support operations teams with incident response and capacity-related visibility. The product is commonly used by facilities and IT operations teams that manage UPSs, PDUs, cooling units, and environmental sensors, particularly within Schneider Electric/APC ecosystems. It emphasizes remote monitoring, alerting, and fleet-level views rather than full on-prem DCIM modeling.
Cloud remote monitoring and alerts
Provides centralized monitoring for multiple sites through a cloud console, which can reduce the need to maintain on-prem monitoring servers. Supports alerting and event workflows oriented around infrastructure incidents (power, cooling, environment). This fits organizations with many small sites or edge locations that need consistent visibility and notification.
Strong Schneider/APC device coverage
Integrates tightly with Schneider Electric/APC power and cooling equipment and commonly supports detailed telemetry and alarms for those assets. This can simplify onboarding and reduce integration effort when the installed base is primarily Schneider/APC. It is well aligned to infrastructure-centric operations where electrical and mechanical equipment health is the primary concern.
Fleet-level operational dashboards
Offers aggregated views across sites and devices to help teams triage issues and identify recurring alarms. The interface is oriented toward operational monitoring rather than deep configuration of each device. This can be useful for managed service providers or internal teams that support many locations with standardized equipment.
Less suited for full DCIM modeling
Compared with DCIM platforms that emphasize detailed asset inventory, rack elevation, and space/capacity planning, EcoStruxure IT Expert is more monitoring-centric. Organizations needing comprehensive data center modeling (space, cabling, move/add/change workflows) may require additional tools. This can limit its use as a single system of record for all data center assets.
Cloud dependency and data residency
Because it is cloud-based, availability and functionality depend on internet connectivity and the vendor’s cloud service. Some regulated environments may have constraints around sending telemetry to external cloud services or require specific data residency controls. These requirements can complicate adoption for certain government, defense, or highly regulated industries.
Broader IT monitoring may require integration
The product focuses on physical infrastructure telemetry and does not replace general-purpose network/server monitoring suites. Teams that want a single console spanning applications, virtual infrastructure, and network performance typically need integrations or parallel tools. This can increase operational overhead if cross-domain correlation is a requirement.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan (node band) | Price (USD) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| 10 nodes (annual) | $50.00 per node / year (=> $500.00 per year) | Annual subscription; MSRP table on official site. |
| 25 nodes (annual) | $60.00 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 25 nodes (monthly billed) | $63.00 per node / year (monthly billing option) | Monthly-billed subscription (higher per-node rate). |
| 50 nodes (annual) | $54.00 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 50 nodes (monthly billed) | $57.00 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 75 nodes (annual) | $54.00 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 75 nodes (monthly billed) | $57.00 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 100 nodes (annual) | $50.50 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 100 nodes (monthly billed) | $53.00 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 150 nodes (annual) | $46.50 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 150 nodes (monthly billed) | $49.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 200 nodes (annual) | $46.50 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 200 nodes (monthly billed) | $49.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 250 nodes (annual) | $46.50 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 250 nodes (monthly billed) | $49.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 350 nodes (annual) | $43.50 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 350 nodes (monthly billed) | $45.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 500 nodes (annual) | $38.50 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 500 nodes (monthly billed) | $40.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 750 nodes (annual) | $37.00 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 750 nodes (monthly billed) | $39.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 1000 nodes (annual) | $37.00 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 1000 nodes (monthly billed) | $39.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
| 1500 nodes (annual) | $37.00 per node / year | Annual subscription. |
| 1500 nodes (monthly billed) | $39.50 per node / year | Monthly-billed subscription. |
Additional official notes:
- Official MSRP callout: $60 USD per node / year (manufacturer suggested retail price).
- EcoStruxure IT Expert is sold as a yearly subscription; monthly-billed options are shown with higher per-node rates.
- Purchase channels: APC distributors, Schneider Electric store (shop.se.com), Ingram Micro Cloud Marketplace, or Schneider Electric sales/partners (official site).
Seller details
Schneider Electric SE
Rueil-Malmaison, France
1836
Public
https://www.se.com/
https://x.com/SchneiderElec
https://www.linkedin.com/company/schneider-electric/
