It is exciting to know that soon we will reach a milestone on December 1, 2010, when ERCOT market transitions from Zonal to full Nodal operation.  This transition is expected to result in significant market and operational efficiencies.  The critical question facing most of you is whether your organization is ready to take full advantage of such efficiencies. 

The answer depends on whether your organization has taken adequate steps to meet all requirements, which go well beyond just meeting software and infrastructure readiness.  Even if your answer is not affirmative at this time, there is still time to implement proactive measures to mitigate the risk of failure, which has financial and operational consequences.  APX occasionally provides a newsletter summarizing progress toward Texas Nodal Market (TNM) implementation to our ERCOT clients, which you can find by clicking on the link provided below.  In the attached newsletter, Dr. Parviz Adib provides a brief update of ERCOT Market Trials Testing; discusses the importance of successful transition and consequences of failure; emphasizes the importance of having an independent Checks & Balances Mechanism; and recommends what you can do for a smooth transition to Nodal operation.

APX is also ready to assist you in addressing ERCOT TNM readiness through our independent OnTrack Services, where our experts come to your organization to meet with you and your staff to address any clarifying questions that you may have regarding our readiness assessment services with seven core areas or other related issues.  This service can supplement current readiness activities and work by your onsite consultants as well.  Please contact me for a complimentary introductory session at 281-489-7633 or email me at WBrown@apx.com.

ERCOT TNM NEWSLETTER UPDATE