Switching Operator Outage Notification Lead time

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0055
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
30/11/2022 - The REC Technical Expert Panel voted to approve R0055 for implementation on 24 February 2023.
Summary
Within the Switching Operator Service Definition, the Central Switching Service (CSS) Provider is required to provide 10 Working Days’ (WDs) notice of planned system outages. However, within the CSS Provider’s processes and the Switching Operator Change Management Process Category 3 document, an 8 WD lead time is set out. This change seeks to address this discrepancy.
Proposer
Cordelia Grey
Change Plan

Service Provider Impact Assessment

Completed

Start:

06 Jul 2022

Due:

19 Aug 2022

Completion:

19 Sep 2022

Party Impact Assessment

Completed

Start:

19 Aug 2022

Due:

26 Aug 2022

Completion:

13 Sep 2022

Preliminary Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

26 Aug 2022

Due:

14 Oct 2022

Completion:

14 Oct 2022

Consultation Issued

Completed

Start:

14 Oct 2022

Due:

14 Oct 2022

Completion:

14 Oct 2022

Final Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

14 Oct 2022

Due:

18 Nov 2022

Completion:

18 Nov 2022

Responsible Committee Decision

Not Started

Start:

18 Nov 2022

Due:

30 Nov 2022

Completion:

Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 24.02.2023_live
Included changes Affected REC Items
R0130 Updates to the Data Access Matrix
  • Schedule 12 - Data Access
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As the CSS Provider, I want the service levels to be consistently defined across relevant REC Products. This will ensure that I am clear on the lead time I need to provide for planned outages and can meet the defined service level.
  2. As a CSS User, I want to understand how much notice I will get for planned outages of the CSS, so I am able to appropriately plan my activity reliant on this service.
  3. As a Switching Data Service Provider, I want to understand how much notice I will get for planned outages of the CSS. This will ensure I am able to appropriately plan my Operational Switching Service Changes and associated activities.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0055 - Proposed Legal Text
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Problem Statement
Across REC products there is an inconsistency in the defined lead time for the CSS Provider to provide notification of scheduled maintenance and system outages. This may result in uncertainty for Switching Data Service Providers around when they should submit an Operational Switching Service Change. This is to ensure there is sufficient lead time for any change to be included within a planned maintenance release, and for CSS Users planning their operational activity around CSS availability.
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
beth.brown@capgemini.com
R0055 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0055 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0055 - Consolidated Consultation Responses
R0055 - Preliminary Change Report (Published for Consultation) v1.0
R0055 - Final Change Report v1.0 (Approved)
Company Name
DCC
Review status
Review required

EES Access for Virtual Lead Parties

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0054
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
03/04/2023 - The Data Access Matrix changes went live on 04 November 2022, the technical changes to EES were implemented alongside R0022 on 03 April 2023.
Summary
This Change Proposal seeks to allow Virtual Lead Parties (VLP) access to the Electricity Enquiry Service (EES), to allow them to efficiently register their customers for balancing services under the Balancing and Settlement Code (BSC).
Proposer
Ann Perry
Change Plan

Service Provider Impact Assessment

Completed

Start:

17 Jun 2022

Due:

22 Jul 2022

Completion:

22 Aug 2022

Preliminary Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

22 Jul 2022

Due:

02 Sep 2022

Completion:

02 Sep 2022

Consultation Issued

Completed

Start:

02 Sep 2022

Due:

02 Sep 2022

Completion:

02 Sep 2022

Consultation Complete

Completed

Start:

02 Sep 2022

Due:

16 Sep 2022

Completion:

16 Sep 2022

Final Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

16 Sep 2022

Due:

14 Oct 2022

Completion:

14 Oct 2022

Responsible Committee Decision

Completed

Start:

14 Oct 2022

Due:

26 Oct 2022

Completion:

26 Oct 2022
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 01.04.2023_live
Included changes Affected REC Items
R0100 Update to Error Handling Documents
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As an Energy Consumer, I want my VLP to have access to the data needed to correctly register me in a timely manner, so there aren’t delays in the delivery of my service.
  2. As a VLP, I want to have access to all the data I need to register my customers so I can deliver the service they have requested, without delay.
  3. As a VLP, I want to be able to use the EES to find the MPAN of a customer using their address information, to enable me to reliably gather this data to without delay or further engagement with my customer.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0054 - Draft DAM Change
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Document title
R0054 - Draft Legal Text
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Problem Statement
VLPs are required to provide their customer’s MPAN as part of the registration process, as per the Balancing and Settlement Code (BSC). VLPs do not currently have access to the EES to enable an MPAN search and they have no reliable means to acquire the MPAN, other than asking their customer to provide it. This could potentially lead to delays in the registration process and may result in an increased risk of inaccurate data, detrimentally impacting the service VLPs are able to provide to their customers.
R0054 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0054 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0054 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (Published for Consultation)
R0054 - Non-Confidential Consultation Responses
R0054 - Final Change Report v2.0
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required

GES Service Definition Document

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0052
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
30/11/2022 - The REC Technical Expert Panel voted to APPROVE R0052 for implementation on 24 February 2023.
Summary
The frequency of certain reports detailed in the Gas Enquiry Service (GES) Definition document are not consistent with the frequencies set out during the development of REC v3.0 and consulted on with industry stakeholders. This change seeks to align the reporting defined within the Service Definition with the originally intended timetable.
Proposer
Cristina Bermudez Alvarez
Change Plan

Party Impact Assessment

Completed

Start:

13 Jun 2022

Due:

09 Sep 2022

Completion:

23 Sep 2022

Preliminary Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

09 Sep 2022

Due:

21 Oct 2022

Completion:

21 Oct 2022

Consultation Issued

Completed

Start:

21 Oct 2022

Due:

21 Oct 2022

Completion:

21 Oct 2022

Final Change Report Issued

In Progress

Start:

21 Oct 2022

Due:

18 Nov 2022

Completion:

Responsible Committee Decision

Not Started

Start:

18 Nov 2022

Due:

30 Nov 2022

Completion:

Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 24.02.2023_live
Included changes Affected REC Items
R0130 Updates to the Data Access Matrix
  • Schedule 12 - Data Access
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As a Meter Asset Provider (MAP), I want it to be clear how and when I will receive reports relating to my portfolio, to ensure that I have the data required to operate efficiently.
  2. As a Meter Equipment Manager (MEM), I want it to be clear how and when I will receive reports relating to my portfolio, to ensure that I have the data required to operate efficiently.
  3. As the GES Service Provider, I want to have clearly and correctly defined requirements and responsibilities, to enable me to efficiently carry out my function as a REC Service Provider.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0052 - Redlined Gas Enquiry Service Definition Document
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Document title
R0052 - EMAR Change Sets
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Problem Statement
The Frequency of reports set out in the Gas Enquiry Service Definition document does not currently reflect the expected frequency for the ‘Supplier Registration report (MEM)’, ‘Portfolio Data (MEM)’ and ‘Portfolio Data (MAP)’ reports. The Gas Enquiry Service Definition needs to be amended to ensure that Meter Equipment Managers (MEMs) and Meter Asset Providers (MAPs) receive reports in the correct timeframe.
R0052 - Proposed legal text submitted with CP
R0052 - Change Proposal Form v1.0
R0052 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0052 - Initial Assessment Report v1.1 (Approved)
R0052 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (Published for Consultation)
R0052 - Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0
R0052 - Final Change Report v1.0 (Approved)
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required

Switch Request Objections (Change of Occupier)

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0051
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
26/01/2024 - Withdrawn following adoption window closure.
Summary
This Change Proposal looks to clarity obligations regarding the losing suppliers' rights to object and the circumstances surrounding registrations by gaining suppliers, following the migration from the MRA to the REC.
Proposer
admin
Impacted Consumers
Impacted REC Services
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Problem Statement
The lack of clarity regarding the losing suppliers rights to object and the circumstances surrounding registrations by gaining suppliers , following the migration from the MRA to the REC
Stages Selection
R0051 - Downloadable CP form
Company Name
Business Energy Direct
Review status
Review required

Intellectual Property Rights and Services Data Main Body changes

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0049
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
08/11/2024 - This Change Proposal has been implemented as part of the November 2024 REC Release.
Summary
The Central Registration Services (CRS) intellectual property rights (IPR) provisions in the Code were drafted before designation of v1.0 of the Code and primarily seek to deal with the CRS Services IPR as if it were IPR developed and owned by the CRS Provider or its contractors. In reality, much of the solution is built upon third party-owned software or platforms/services that are available to the market. Notwithstanding certain concessions were drafted in Clause 13.5 of the Code at designation, the scope of CRS Service IPR refers to some now obsolete terms and concepts and ought to be amended to clarify what the CRS Provider actually owns or is responsible for, to alleviate the existing ambiguity. Potential to amend Clause 13 of the Code as proposed in the attached mark-up, with consequential amendments to the associated definitions in Schedule 1 (Interpretation and Definitions). The definition “User” should be deleted from the Code and the defined terms “CSS User” or “REC Service User” (as applicable) used in substitution.
Proposer
Cordelia Grey
Change Plan

Party Impact Assessment Published

Completed

Start:

20 May 2022

Due:

04 Jul 2024

Completion:

04 Jul 2024

Preliminary Change Report & Consultation Published

Completed

Start:

04 Jul 2024

Due:

08 Aug 2024

Completion:

08 Aug 2024

Consultation Closes

Completed

Start:

08 Aug 2024

Due:

30 Aug 2024

Completion:

30 Aug 2024

Final Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

30 Aug 2024

Due:

10 Sep 2024

Completion:

10 Sep 2024

Responsible Committee Decision

Completed

Start:

10 Sep 2024

Due:

17 Sep 2024

Completion:

17 Sep 2024

Appeal Window Closure

Not Started

Start:

17 Sep 2024

Due:

01 Oct 2024

Completion:

Impacted Consumers
Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 08.11.2024_live
Included changes Affected REC Items
R0105 Review of ONAGE SLAs
  • Schedule 14 - Metering Operations
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. N/A – No tangible Consumer impact identified.
  2. As a REC Participant (Service Provider/User), I want the Code to clearly stipulate IPR requirements, so that CRS provisions and arrangements are readily identifiable.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0049-Draft REC Main Body Changes V1.0 04.07.24
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Problem Statement
There is uncertainty as to the scope of the various classes of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) covered in Clause 13 of the REC Main Body (including the extent to which any IPR may exist in certain data, and the use of obsolete terms and concepts). As a result, there is a risk that the relevant industry stakeholders referred to in Clause 13 are unable to grant the licences and indemnities as described in that Clause. The current wording of Clause 5.3 of the REC Main Body requires amendments to ensure it correctly reflects the relationship between CRS Provider and RECCo, the services being provided and the entitlement to input VAT as a recipient of the CRS.
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
caroline.milner@capgemini.com
SME Role
Lead Assurance Analyst
R0049 - Change Proposal Form
R0049 - Main Body amendments proposed by DCC
R0049 Change Proposal Plan (Approved) V1.0 03.07.24
R0049 Initial Assessment Report (Approved) V1.0 03.07.24
R0049 - Consolidated IA Responses V1.0 08.08.24
R0049 Change Report (Published for Consultation) V1.0 08.08.24
R0049 Consolidated Consultation Responses V1.0 02.09.24
R0049 Final Change Report (Approved) V2.0 17.09.24
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required

DCC Service Organisation Control 2 (SOC2) Assessments

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0048
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
26/06/2024 - The Technical Expert Panel have rejected R0048 in line with the Code Manager's recommendation.
Summary
Currently within the Central Switching Service (CSS) Service Definition document there is a requirement for the CSS Provider to arrange for and undertake system organisation control type 2 (SOC2) assessments on the CSS’s cloud-based infrastructure. This Change Proposal seeks to determine if it is appropriate for the requirement for assurance on the CSS’s cloud-based infrastructure to be changed from ‘SOC2 Type 2’ to ‘independently assessed’.
Proposer
Cordelia Grey
Change Plan

Service Provider Impact Assessment

Completed

Start:

20 May 2022

Due:

16 Jan 2023

Completion:

08 Feb 2023

Solution Development

In Progress

Start:

16 Jan 2023

Due:

24 Nov 2023

Completion:

Impacted REC Services
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
Central Switching Service (CSS) Definition - R0048 Redlined
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Problem Statement
The CSS Provider asserts that SOC2 assessment does not provide a proportionate level of assurance or the best value for money, which based on their experience, they believe they have a better understanding of the CSS’s risk profile. However, the use of SOC2 assessments is currently defined within the CSS Definition document, which means an alternative assurance regime cannot be used.
Stages Selection
R0048 - Change Proposal Form
R0048 - Change Proposal Plan v5.0 (Approved) 11.07.2023
R0048 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0048 Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0048 Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0
R0048 Final Change Report Post Vote v1.0
Company Name
DCC
Review status
Review required

Metering Code of Practice Consolidation Review

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0047
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
02/04/2023 - Change Proposal implemented on 01 April 2023
Summary
This Change Proposal seeks to consolidate the current Metering Codes of Practice into a single set of arrangements that are simplified, proportionate and relevant, which can be monitored via a single audit scheme.
Proposer
Aiyesha Andrade
Change Plan

Analysis and Solution Development

Completed

Start:

20 May 2022

Due:

28 Jul 2022

Completion:

28 Jul 2022

Impact Assessment Issued

Completed

Start:

28 Jul 2022

Due:

29 Jul 2022

Completion:

29 Jul 2022

Responsible Committee Review

Completed

Start:

02 Sep 2022

Due:

13 Sep 2022

Completion:

13 Sep 2022

Consultation Issued

Completed

Start:

13 Sep 2022

Due:

16 Sep 2022

Completion:

16 Sep 2022

Consultation Complete

Completed

Start:

16 Sep 2022

Due:

10 Oct 2022

Completion:

10 Oct 2022

Final Change Report Issued

Completed

Start:

10 Oct 2022

Due:

04 Nov 2022

Completion:

04 Nov 2022

Responsible Committee Decision

Completed

Start:

04 Nov 2022

Due:

15 Nov 2022

Completion:

15 Nov 2022

Preliminary Change Report publication

Completed

Start:

29 Jul 2022

Due:

02 Sep 2022

Completion:

02 Sep 2022
Impacted REC Documents
Impacted REC Parties and Market Participants
Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 01.04.2023_live
Included changes Affected REC Items
R0100 Update to Error Handling Documents
Implementation Status
Date Raised
Fuel
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As a DNO, MEM, AMI or MI, I want all CoP obligations to be clear and transparent, to ensure all obligations placed upon my organisation and operatives are understood and can be met in the most efficient way. As a MEM, AMI or MI, I want metering accreditation and audit activity to be streamlined and duplication removed, so that efficiency is increased, and unnecessary costs reduced.
  2. As RECCo, I want the metering scheme accreditation and audit arrangements to be managed and delivered in a cost efficient, effective and consistent approach, to ensure the arrangements deliver against the RECCo strategic aims.
  3. As an Energy Supplier, I want to be confident that my Appointed agents are compliant with all relevant CoP to ensure the safety of my Consumers.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0047 Final Legal Text (Post Consultation)
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Document title
CoMCoP revisions (Post Consultation)
Archive
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Document title
CoMCoP Full v1.1 - Extended Clauses (04.10.22)
Archive
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Document title
Supporting information for Consultation (Extended obligations)
Archive
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Document title
Proposed Legal Text for Consultation (Redlined and Clean versions)
Archive
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Document title
RECCo Review - working documents
Archive
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Document title
Pre-Impact Assessment Proposed Solution (Excel)
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Document title
Pre-Impact Assessment Proposed Legal Text (Word)
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Problem Statement
The current metering arrangements, with separate Metering Codes of Practice, contains duplication and inefficiencies. There are currently four different auditors that undertake accreditation and audit activities across the different schemes. This could mean that a REC Party may require multiple separate accreditations and site audits, resulting in unnecessary operational impacts and costs.
R0047 - Change Proposal Form
R0047 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0047 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0047 - Consolidated Impact Assessment Responses
R0047 - Preliminary Change Report v2.1 (Approved)
R0047 - Consolidated consultation responses v1.0
R0047 - Final Change Report v2.0 (Post-Vote)
Company Name
RECCo
Review status
Review required

Changes to SDEP Messages and Schedule numbering for REC V3.0

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0045
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
Yes
Latest Update
_
Summary
_
Proposer
Jon Hawkins
Change Plan

Preliminary Change Report issued

Completed

Start:

05 May 2022

Due:

27 May 2022

Completion:

27 May 2022

Consultation Issued

Completed

Start:

27 May 2022

Due:

27 May 2022

Completion:

27 May 2022

Consultation closure

Completed

Start:

27 May 2022

Due:

14 Jun 2022

Completion:

14 Jun 2022

Final Change Report issued

Completed

Start:

14 Jun 2022

Due:

22 Jun 2022

Completion:

22 Jun 2022

Responsible Committee Decision

Completed

Start:

22 Jun 2022

Due:

29 Jun 2022

Completion:

29 Jun 2022
Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 18.07.2022_live
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As a Consumer, I want my Energy Supplier to resolve any Switching or billing issues in a timely manner without unnecessary delays, so that I can receive accurate and timely bills from my chosen Energy Supplier.
  2. As an SDEP User, I want to understand any changes to SDEP messages I need to send and receive that may impact my business, so I can engage in the process and plan any required changes to my processes.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
R0045 - Draft Legal Text
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Problem Statement
The Secure Data Exchange Portal (SDEP) will be updated at CSS Go-Live Date to reflect the new processes being introduced as part of REC V3.0. The SDEP messages and Data Items in the Energy Market Architecture Repository (EMAR) do not currently reflect these new processes. SDEP users require the Data Specification to accurately reflect the messages and Data Items to enable them to meet their obligations.
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
beth.brown@capgemini.com
Changes to SDEP Messages.docx
R0045 - CP Form (Downloadable version)
R0045 - Change Proposal Plan v2.0 (Approved)
R0045 - Initial Assessment Report v2.0 (Approved)
R0045 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0
R0045 - Consolidated Consultation Responses v1.0
R0045 - Final Change Report v2.0
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required

Performance Assurance Board Terms of Reference

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0042
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
Yes
Latest Update
_
Summary
-
Proposer
Performance Assurance
Change Plan

Solution Walkthrough

Completed

Start:

14 Apr 2022

Due:

17 May 2022

Completion:

17 May 2022

Change Proposal Plan Approval

Completed

Start:

17 May 2022

Due:

17 May 2022

Completion:

17 May 2022

Preliminary Change Report Published

Completed

Start:

17 May 2022

Due:

20 May 2022

Completion:

20 May 2022

Consultation Start

Completed

Start:

20 May 2022

Due:

20 May 2022

Completion:

20 May 2022

Consultation End

Completed

Start:

20 May 2022

Due:

07 Jun 2022

Completion:

07 Jun 2022

Responsible Committee Decision

Completed

Start:

07 Jun 2022

Due:

05 Jul 2022

Completion:

05 Jul 2022

Appeals Window Closes

Not Started

Start:

05 Jul 2022

Due:

19 Jul 2022

Completion:

Status
Implementation Date
Status Live
EMAR Version 18.07.2022_live
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Lead Analyst
Jonathan Holland
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As a REC Service Provider, I need the REC PAB to be able to make decisions on emergency operational change appeals and derogation requests in a timely manner, to ensure the Switching Service remains operational and effective.
  2. As a REC PAB member, I need to be able to make decisions on emergency operational change appeals and derogation requests in a timely manner, to ensure the Switching Service remains operational and effective.
  3. As a member of the Switching CAB, I need the REC PAB to make decisions on emergency operational change appeals and derogation requests in a timely manner, to ensure the Switching Service remains operational and effective. As a REC PAB Member, I need the quoracy requirements to be effective, so that meetings can go ahead and make decisions without the need to support additional ex-committee processes.
Proposed Solution Document
Document title
REC PAB - ToR - REC v3.0 Draft
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Problem Statement
Following the implementation of REC V3.0, the current REC PAB ToR will not support extraordinary meetings and quoracy arrangements driven by the Switching CAB or the appeals route from the Switching CAB to the REC PAB. This change seeks to update the REC PAB ToR to fully represent the changes being implemented as part of REC V3.0, and to also address lessons learnt during the REC PAB’s first year of operation.
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
SME User
rosalind.timperley
R0042 - CP Form (Downloadable version)
R0042 - Change Proposal Plan v1.0 (Approved)
R0042 - Preliminary Change Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0042 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
R0042 - Final Change Report v2.0 (Approved)
R0042 - Consolidated Consultation Responses
Company Name
REC Code Manager - Performance Assurance
Review status
Review required

CSS Switch Synchronisation to ERDA at SecuredActive

Date of latest update
Type
Change
ID
R0040
Change Category
Change Path
Priority
Urgent
No
Latest Update
_
Summary
_
Proposer
Daniel Tadecicco
Change Plan

Solution analysis and development

Completed

Start:

17 Oct 2022

Due:

31 Oct 2022

Completion:

31 Oct 2022

Change Proposal Plan presented to Change Panel for re-baselining

Completed

Start:

31 Oct 2022

Due:

01 Nov 2022

Completion:

26 Oct 2022

Service Provider Impact Assessment period started

Completed

Start:

04 Apr 2022

Due:

17 Oct 2022

Completion:

17 Oct 2022

Service Provider Impact Assessment period ended

Completed

Start:

16 Nov 2022

Due:

18 Jan 2023

Completion:

08 Nov 2022

Change Proposal Withdrawn

Completed

Start:

01 Nov 2022

Due:

16 Nov 2022

Completion:

16 Nov 2022
Status
Implementation Status
Date Raised
REC Decision Maker
Lead Analyst
Harriet Truss
Date of Update to Priority
Solution Development
Proposed solution summary
  1. As a Consumer I want the Switch process to work effectively so that I can switch Electricity Supplier without delay or issues As a Consumer I want the Switch process to work effectively so that if my Switch needs to be cancelled it is done so without delay or issues
  2. As an Energy Supplier I want the Switch systems and process to operate effectively so that appointment Market Messages will be sent to my agents at the appropriate time so that there is no disruption to the Consumer switching experience
  3. As the ERDS Provider I only want to receive the first Pending message and then the Secured Active confirmation message, in order that there is no risk of processing CSS messages out of sequence which could impact a timely Switch for electricity Consumers As the CSS Provider I want the messages I send to MPRS to be processed effectively so that there is no disruption to the Switch process and Consumers’ Switches can be confirmed or cancelled as required
Problem Statement
Due to the high volume and timing of Registration messages being sent by the CSS, some messages are at risk of being received by REC Parties and Service Providers out of sequence. When messages have been received out of sequence, there is a risk that the information maintained in MPRS, including Registration Status, will be incorrect and will not match that held in the Registration Service. This in turn means MPRS updates to Parties could be triggered in error.
Stages Selection
SME
SME Role
Lead Technical Analyst
R0040 - CSS Switch Synchronisation to ERDA Proposer solution
R0040 - Change Proposal Plan v2.0 (Approved)
R0040 - Initial Assessment Report v1.0 (Approved)
Company Name
-
Review status
Review required