Provision of Enduring Test Environments
Solution Analysis and Development
Start:
09 Sep 2022Due:
06 Jun 2023Completion:
06 Jun 2023Service Provider Impact Assessment Period
Start:
06 Jun 2023Due:
06 Oct 2023Completion:
06 Oct 2023Service Provider Impact Assessment
Start:
24 Nov 2023Due:
03 Jan 2024Completion:
03 Jan 2024Party Impact Assessment Issued
Start:
06 Oct 2023Due:
24 Nov 2023Completion:
24 Nov 2023Preliminary Change Report Issued
Start:
03 Jan 2024Due:
16 Jan 2024Completion:
16 Jan 2024Responsible Committee Review
Start:
16 Jan 2024Due:
23 Jan 2024Completion:
23 Jan 2024Consultation Issued
Start:
23 Jan 2024Due:
26 Jan 2024Completion:
26 Jan 2024Final Change Report Issued
Start:
26 Jan 2024Due:
23 Feb 2024Completion:
23 Feb 2024Responsible Committee Decision
Start:
23 Feb 2024Due:
05 Mar 2024Completion:
05 Mar 202428 June 2024
- As a CSS User I want access to a CSS Test Environment, to enable me to test my systems and processes ahead of the implementation of complex or significant changes, so that I can identify any issues prior to go-live.
- As the SO, I want clarity on the obligations placed on me regarding the provision and maintenance of CSS Test Environments and data, so that I can meet my obligations and provide CSS Users and Service Providers with access to appropriate Test Environments.
- As a Switching Data Service Provider (SDSP), I want clarity on the obligations placed on me regarding the provision and maintenance of Test Environments and data, so that I can meet my obligations to test CSS changes. As a Switching Data Service Provider (SDSP), I want access to a CSS Test Environment, to enable me to test my systems and processes ahead of the implementation of complex or significant changes, so that I can identify any issues and address prior to go-live.
Introduction of CSS refresh functionality
Solution Analysis and Development
Start:
29 Aug 2022Due:
19 Oct 2022Completion:
19 Oct 2022Service Provider Impact Assessment
Start:
19 Oct 2022Due:
29 Mar 2023Completion:
29 Mar 2023Consultation
Start:
11 Apr 2023Due:
09 May 2023Completion:
28 Apr 2023Preliminary Change Report Issued
Start:
29 Mar 2023Due:
11 Apr 2023Completion:
05 Apr 2023Final Change Report Issued
Start:
Due:
Completion:
21 Jun 2023Responsible Committee Decision
Start:
09 May 2023Due:
28 Jun 2023Completion:
28 Jul 202306 December 2023
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0106 | Performance Assurance Report Catalogue V5.1 |
- As a Consumer, I want the Switching process to work successfully, so that I can switch Energy Supplier without delays or issues.
- As the CSS Provider I want the messages I send to SDSPs to be received and processed successfully, so that there is no interruption to the Switching process or the Consumers’ Switching experience. As the CSS Provider, I want the functionality to be available for SDSPs to automatically resolve issues when messages are not received in the correct order or are received after Gate Closure, so that this work does not have to be done manually.
- As an SDSP, I want to be able to detect when I have not received the expected CSS messages, so that I am able to request that the missing messages are sent to me to process. As an SDSP I want to be able to request a refresh of CSS messages when they are not received in the correct order or they are received after Gate Closure, so that I am able to maintain an accurate reflection of the current Switch status and minimise impacts on CSS Users and Consumers.
Resolution of invalid CSS data by Data Owners
Solution Analysis and Development
Start:
22 Aug 2022Due:
15 Aug 2023Completion:
15 Aug 2023Service Provider Impact Assessment Due
Start:
15 Aug 2023Due:
19 Oct 2023Completion:
19 Oct 2023- As a Consumer, I want data relating to my energy supply to be accurate, so that I can have a consistent and faultless switching experience. As a Consumer, I want any data issues related to my switch to be resolved quickly and by the party responsible, to ensure a fast and efficient switching experience.
- As a DNO, I want my service level requirements to be reflective of my data ownership responsibilities, so that data queries can be resolved more efficiently. As the CSS Service Desk provider, I want my tickets to be allocated to the most appropriate party able to resolve them.
Switch Request Objections (Change of Occupier)
DCC Service Organisation Control 2 (SOC2) Assessments
Service Provider Impact Assessment
Start:
20 May 2022Due:
16 Jan 2023Completion:
08 Feb 2023Solution Development
Start:
16 Jan 2023Due:
24 Nov 2023Completion:
- As the Code Manager, I want REC Service Providers to obtain and maintain appropriate security certification, so I have confidence that the Service Providers security, processing integrity, confidentiality and privacy controls are assessed, and any risks are identified and addressed.
- As the CSS Provider, I want to be able to obtain an appropriate security certification, so I can demonstrate security compliance in a proportionate and cost-effective approach.
Governance of Data under the REC
REC Party Impact Assessment Issued
Start:
20 May 2022Due:
10 Jun 2022Completion:
10 Jun 2022Present Revised Change Proposal Plan to the REC Change Panel
Start:
10 Jun 2022Due:
21 Jun 2022Completion:
21 Jun 2022Consultation Period End
Start:
21 Jun 2022Due:
08 Jul 2022Completion:
Final Change Report Issued
Start:
08 Jul 2022Due:
15 Jul 2022Completion:
Responsible Committee Decision
Start:
15 Jul 2022Due:
19 Jul 2022Completion:
Authority Determination
Start:
19 Jul 2022Due:
02 Aug 2022Completion:
- As a Consumer, I want to have the confidence that my data is being handled compliantly in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. As a REC Party, I want to achieve better compliance and have clarification on my obligations in the context of REC Services.
- As the CRS Service Provider, I need to ensure when submitting reporting data from the REC v3.0 Go-Live Date I meet the REC Obligations. As RECCo I want to have an approval role concerning additional uses of data beyond the provision of the CRS services, so that a comprehensive approach to the governance of data under the REC is maintained.
- As a REC Party/Service User, I want to understand the reporting obligations I need to meet if I have suffered a personal data breach, to ensure that RECCo Board is made aware. As a REC Party/Service User, I need to understand that I will still need to independently assess and document my respective data protection roles under the REC. As a REC Party/Service User, I need to understand the roles and responsibilities of a Data Controller and/or Data Processor to be able to carry out my obligations under the REC.
MHHS Programme Changes required to Central Switching Service
Analysis and Requirements Gathering started
Start:
29 Apr 2022Due:
05 May 2022Completion:
05 May 2022Present Updated Change Proposal Plan to REC Change Panel
Start:
05 May 2022Due:
21 Jun 2022Completion:
21 Jun 2022Service Provider Impact Assessment initiated
Start:
21 Jun 2022Due:
11 Jul 2022Completion:
05 Jul 2022Service Provider Impact Assessment completed
Start:
11 Jul 2022Due:
15 Aug 2022Completion:
10 Aug 2022Present extended Change Proposal Plan to Change Panel
Start:
15 Aug 2022Due:
06 Sep 2022Completion:
06 Sep 2022Requirement refinement and validation of Detailed Impact Assessment
Start:
06 Sep 2022Due:
27 Sep 2022Completion:
27 Sep 2022Provide extended Change Proposal Plan to Change Panel
Start:
28 Oct 2022Due:
31 Oct 2022Completion:
25 Oct 2022Preliminary Change Report Issued
Start:
27 Sep 2022Due:
28 Oct 2022Completion:
27 Oct 2022Responsible Committee Review of the Preliminary Change Report
Start:
31 Oct 2022Due:
01 Nov 2022Completion:
01 Nov 2022Consultation started
Start:
01 Nov 2022Due:
04 Nov 2022Completion:
03 Nov 2022Consultation ended
Start:
04 Nov 2022Due:
25 Nov 2022Completion:
25 Nov 2022Final Change Report issued
Start:
25 Nov 2022Due:
09 Dec 2022Completion:
09 Dec 2022Responsible Committee ex-committee decision
Start:
09 Dec 2022Due:
13 Dec 2022Completion:
13 Dec 2022Authority Determination
Start:
13 Dec 2022Due:
02 Feb 2023Completion:
02 Feb 2023MHHS Programme Milestone M8 (Code changes delivered)
- As the SMDSP, I want to be able to validate that an SMDR is registered so that I can provide them with access to the Metering Points to which they are registered.
- As a SMDR, I want to be able to access the Metering Points I am registered to so that I can collect settlement data from those meters
- As the CSS Provider, I want the CSS to be able to receive notifications from the Registration Service on the appointment/de-appointment of an SMDR so that I can send the appointment data to the SMDSP. As the CSS Provider, I want the CSS to be able to provide SMDR appointment data to the SMDSP.
REC V3.0
Legal text baselined
Start:
10 Apr 2022Due:
13 May 2022Completion:
13 May 2022Final Change Report Issued
Start:
13 May 2022Due:
20 May 2022Completion:
20 May 2022Responsible Committee Decision
Start:
20 May 2022Due:
07 Jun 2022Completion:
07 Jun 2022Authority Determination (Original)
Start:
07 Jun 2022Due:
20 Jun 2022Completion:
17 Jun 2022Authority Determination (revoked and re-issued)
Start:
20 Jun 2022Due:
29 Jun 2022Completion:
29 Jun 202218 July 2022
- As a Consumer, I want to be able to successfully switch my Energy Supplier with minimal delay or hassle, so that I can start to receive the service and tariff from my chosen Energy Supplier at the earliest opportunity.
- As the Authority, I want the necessary changes made to the Retail Energy Code to introduce the obligations, processes and provisions for the new switching arrangements, to enable the successful transition to enduring governance and operational arrangements.
- As a REC Party, I want to be clear on the obligations I need to meet and the processes I need to follow post CSS go live, to ensure my organisation is ready for the introduction of the new switching arrangements.
- As a REC Service Provider, I want to be clear on the obligations, processes and service standards that I need to meet, to ensure my organisation is ready for the introduction of the new switching arrangements.
Market Stabilisation Charge
Preliminary Change Report issued
Start:
21 Feb 2022Due:
04 Mar 2022Completion:
04 Mar 2022Consultation issued (5 WD)
Start:
04 Mar 2022Due:
04 Mar 2022Completion:
04 Mar 2022Final Change Report issued
Start:
04 Mar 2022Due:
18 Mar 2022Completion:
18 Mar 2022Responsible Committee decision (ex-Committee)
Start:
18 Mar 2022Due:
23 Mar 2022Completion:
23 Mar 2022Authority determination
Start:
23 Mar 2022Due:
08 Apr 2022Completion:
08 Apr 202214 April 2022
| Included changes | Affected REC Items | |
|---|---|---|
| R0105 | Review of ONAGE SLAs |
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- As the Authority, I want the necessary changes made to the Retail Energy Code to introduce the MSC obligations, so that the new MSC licence obligations on Energy Suppliers can be effectively discharged by RECCo.