SCADA, Energy & Generation Management, Transmission & Distribution Operations, Outage Management Systems and Asset Optimization – these systems and applications are critical to the reliable and safe operation of power systems – from the traditional utilities to the most complicated de-regulated markets. Structure's Energy Management and Control Systems Practice is a team of professionals with broad skills and deep expertise to assist electric utilities and generation asset owners and operators with all aspects of these mission-critical, real-time operational systems. Structure's professionals understand the complexity, high-availability, usability and security-sensitive nature of these systems and are highly capable and qualified to support the procurement process, the definition of functional requirements, their implementation, and all other aspects of the project lifecycle including long-term support and maintenance.
Structure's Proven Record with Implementation of Real-Time Operations Systems
Structure's Power System Operations and Energy Systems professionals have extensive experience with SCADA/EMS, GMS, DMS and OMS systems from leading software vendors in each specific area. Structure's professionals can assist with and manage all aspects of any of these mission-critical systems: from the evaluation and selection of the technology, to program management, installation, configuration, integration testing and commissioning, to the required on-going maintenance and upgrade process. Our professionals have been engaged in support of such diverse areas as: technical requirements definition, development of technical specifications, RFIs and RFPs, network and database modeling, display customization and development, system architecture definition, and RTU and ICCP configuration and communications. Structure can support the integration of these real-time systems with other systems and applications such as ISOs, bidding and scheduling systems and geographic information systems. Structure can provide the corresponding operational support, system upgrades and training.
Outstanding Expertise
Structure's expertise in Power System Operations spans all aspects of the power generation and delivery process: generation, transmission and distribution. Each of these elements has its own complexities which require unique infrastructure with its own purpose and functionality. Structure's deep understanding of all these aspects ensures electric utilities and generation owners & operators realize those benefits which are envisioned when these mission-critical systems are initially procured.
Maximize Asset Optimization and Valuation
Structure consultants have an outstanding track record on Asset Optimization and Valuation projects. We have worked with all major Asset Optimization software packages in the areas of portfolio management, planning and budgeting, short and mid-term scheduling, ISO operational effectiveness, outage management, and asset valuation. Structure has successfully optimized and evaluated generation assets for utility companies, independent power producers, and potential asset owners. We can enhance your asset knowledge base with experienced, hands-on consultants that will improve your asset optimization and valuation solutions, train users, and offer ongoing support.
For more information, email Alex Lago at alex.lago@thestructuregroup.com.