Indian power distribution companies to breathe easy; Enzen Global launches new solution to cap distribution losses
Solution developed in association with Microsoft, specifically for Indian power distribution companies; PSU Dakshin Haryana Bijili Vitaran Nigam Limited first to go live with Enzen's ERP solution; Enzen's ERP solution, called Integrated Distribution Management Solution (iDMS), will help significantly reduce AT&C (aggregate technical and commercial) losses
Tweet-- Enzen GlobalSolutions Pvt. Ltd., a global knowledge solutions provider for the power, gasand water sectors, today announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind ERPsolution specifically designed for Indian power distribution companies. PSU DHBVNL (Dakshin HaryanaBijili Vitaran Nigam Limited) is the first power distribution company in India to go live withthis unique ERP solution.
ü AT&C losses in India are as high as 50% of the turnover in some parts of the country
ü Total commercial losses are about Rs 20,000 crore
ü The electrical power deficit in the country is around 18%. Clearly, reduction in distribution losses can reduce this deficit significantly with the help of newer technological options to enable better monitoring and control
Recognising the urgent need for automation inthe power distribution sector, Enzen Global has responded with a fullyintegrated enterprise solution, made specifically for the Indian market. TheIntegrated Distribution Management Solution (iDMS) brings control, coordination,transparency, and information accessibility to the distribution sector, whichis struggling to cap its losses.
The latest dataon AT&C (aggregate technical and commercial) losses of various stateelectricity boards, compiled by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), highlights theneed to improve efficiencies in power distribution. The numbers for 2006-07 show that there havebeen no significant changes in the recent years. Most of the utilities continueto post AT&C losses ranging between 20% and 60% of the turnover.
One of thechallenges facing the sector is the unavailability of timely and coordinatedinformation. Automation has been in random pockets only. The iDMS helpsutilities automate and control all critical processes to provide seamless operationsand informed decision-making.
The RewariDivision of DHBVNL is the first to go live with Enzen’s ERP. Mr. AnuragAgarwal, MD, DHBVN appreciated the ease with which the iDMS solution wasimplemented and used by the officials concerned. He specially appreciated thefact that iDMS has been tailored to suit Indian distribution companies andwould be of great value to them.
Mr. John Jacob,Head, Product Research, Enzen Global Solutions, says, “The degree ofcoordination and information accessibility required in this time-sensitivesector cannot be neglected, especially given the high AT&C losses. Therestructured power reforms programme, Accelerated Power Development and ReformProgram (APDRP), launched with a total outlay of Rs 51,000 crores (of which10,000 crores is for IT and related automation) aims to reduce the AT&Closses to 15% and stands testimony to the urgent need for automation.”
iDMS was builtafter elaborate research and consultation with the aim to develop a ready todeploy, India specific,affordable enterprise solution. Along with the best practices for India and regulatoryrequirements’ compliance, iDMS employs cutting edge technology which isscalable and quick to implement. The features offered go beyond the APDRPmandate for a few front-office operations and delivers end-to-end integrationof all business processes.
The product builtover Microsoft Dynamics AX platform guarantees scalability, familiarity andease of use. Developed in partnership with the Dakshin Haryana Bijli VitranNigam Limited (DHBVNL), iDMS will be offered both as a licence model and a SaaSmodel.
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About Enzen Global
Enzen is a global knowledge solutions provider, focusingentirely on power, gas and water sectors. The key operating words at Enzen areoptimizing and maximizing clean energy availability. The company seeks to empower the 400 millionwith no access to electricity and save US$ 1 bn through implementation ofenergy efficiencies in the near future.
