Energy Procurement 101

With the cost of utilities commonly a top-five corporate expense and the energy industry changing at a record pace, good energy management is increasingly complex in today’s competitive business environment.

Navigating the Energy Procurement Process

Navigate your way through the complex process of energy procurement with these four best practices

 

Know What Drives the Market

In an effort to make good buying decisions for your organization it is vital to consider the factors you can assess, influence and adjust yourself. Setting your objectives ahead of time and buying in the market when it best meets your goals is a key fundamental of energy purchasing.

Be Strategic

Monitoring and managing your consumption is another essential component to smart energy procurement. When devising an energy plan, it is important to look at the ways your organization uses energy and how they are reflected in your current procurement process. 

Analyze Your Data

Energy usage data, as well as utility and supply bill data, can provide significant insights into how your facility uses energy and how your organization is being charged. These insights can help you make more informed budgeting decisions and identify areas for cost improvement.

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