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	Areas of Expertise Sample Projects		Areas of Expertise We can offer independent and objective advice, reports, briefings and practical assistance based on our experience and knowledge in the following areas. Energy Market Analysis Through published reports, multi-client studies and private briefings, we can provide information and insight on both broad trends and detailed issues in the energy markets. Our research is used by market participants, operators and regulators, and by companies that provide services to energy traders. We can help companies identify trading and investment opportunities, understand potential risks, or simply be better informed about the background to the changing energy markets. Market Research If your company provides information or software services to energy traders, we can help identify, quantify and define market opportunities by conducting detailed requirements studies and by developing and market-testing new product concepts. Our focus on energy trading and our familiarity with the information markets allows us to quickly zero-in on areas of real demand for genuinely new services. Top ^ Data Audits Market data is a major investment and you need to ensure you are getting value for the money you spend. We can conduct a survey of your information users to determine where and how data is being used within your organisation and how well their key information needs are being met. You'll end up with a clear, objective picture of your information usage that can assist you with your data and software purchasing decisions. We can also provide help and advice to ensure you have the correct data licensing structures to suit your business needs and to comply with copyright requirements. Data Management & Quality Issues Data errors are a fact of life but having the right processes in place to spot and correct them can minimise your operational risk. We can help you avoid costly errors in deal pricing and settlement by advising on processes that can improve data quality and cut down the number of incorrect prices in your databases. Design and Specification of Information Systems The unique characteristics of energy market data present challenges to systems developers. We have a deep understanding of how to manage, validate, present and analyse energy information within information systems. We are experienced in identifying end-user requirements and translating them into achievable technical objectives. We are also able to carry out detailed analysis of specific data sets and to develop validation rules, data models and analysis plans. Top ^ Information Management We can help you obtain maximum value from the data you buy, by reviewing your systems for sourcing, organization, storage and presentation of energy market data. We're familiar with both technical and commercial issues involved in getting data distributed to users and systems in the formats they require. We can recommend best practice approaches to increase the value and reliability of data while reducing manual processes and the scope for errors. Market Analysis Tools Energy traders need effective decision-support tools to understand the volatile and complex energy markets. We have a broad and independent view of energy market information systems and their capabilities. We also understand the analytical requirements of energy trading and are experienced in helping traders and analysts use information systems to gain the insights they need to keep ahead of the markets. By working with your traders, we can help to ensure that they are making full use of their analytical capabilities. Information Sourcing With dozens of sources of energy market information available, it isn't always clear where to find quality data that will support your trading and business decisions. We keep track of what is available and what traders find most useful, covering the whole range of information sources from major publishers of price assessments to web sites with specialist fundamentals data. If you're looking for additional insight or moving into new markets, we can help you find the appropriate information for your business. Top ^