Commercialisation

Support in managing the transition from the power sector as an integrated arm of government to an industry in which more autonomous, 'unbundled' corporate entities are responsible for generation, transmission and distribution. Preparing these successor corporations for more commercial operation, customer responsiveness and investor participation.

The development of regulatory frameworks, institutional strengthening, licensing and operating codes for generators, grid operators and distributors.

New approaches to leadership, organisation structure and business processes are likely to be needed to ensure that stakeholder expectations are met - and exceeded. In many situations, gaining the commitment of those working in the power sector is key to delivering more reliable, affordable and accessible electricity supplies.

For governments and agencies, understanding energy market economics and energy market design; for utilities, competing in newly liberalised markets for power.

As the structure of the power sector evolves, so new systems of governance and control are needed. The development of appropriate systems of governance in more commercial power sector undertakings is an area where BPI has expertise.

Practical knowledge of working in emerging and mature energy markets where power is traded - and expertise in transferring trading and risk management skills to those operating in newly competitive environments.

Proven expertise in metering, billing, revenue collection, debt management and improving the delivery of customer service. In a more commercial but regulated environment, these functions assume a more critical important in developing electricity businesses.

We offer a 'total' valuation service covering technical, commercial, human resource and strategic aspects, including diagnostic business reviews and the assessment of future potential.

Change management

Identifying business opportunities in developing markets is not enough - releasing value through the delivery of new technology, products, organisation and management processes is critical. We provide expertise and support through this process.