August 2023: Release summary
As we move into the autumn season, we’re excited to share the latest updates and enhancements our product teams have been working on for Piclo. Below are the key highlights:
Enhanced Asset Visibility for Competitions
We’ve introduced a new list view that allows Flexibility Service Providers (FSPs) and System Operators to view all non-qualifying assets for specific competitions. This feature provides valuable insights into why assets were disqualified, helping FSPs make informed decisions and improve future qualification.
Declaration of interest for FSPs
Starting with this season’s tenders, FSPs are now required to declare their interest in competitions—this is no longer optional. This streamlined process will help System Operators focus on providers who are genuinely intending to bid, optimizing resource allocation and fostering more meaningful engagements.
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Customisable Service Availability Hours
We’re giving you more control with the introduction of customisable service availability hours for specific service windows. This feature allows you to tailor competition parameters to meet your unique needs, ensuring more flexible and effective competition management.
Day-Ahead and Intraday Configurations
We’ve introduced new features for day-ahead and intraday markets, including locational constraints within the market clearing algorithm and dynamic visualisations of market and bid data. These updates enhance the granularity and accuracy of market operations.
Settlement and Invoices: Piclo is Now End-to-End!
Piclo has evolved into a fully end-to-end solution. Over the past two months, FSPs have been receiving invoices and payments based on their day-ahead and intraday market performance. We are now unlocking this functionality for longer-term competitions, ensuring a seamless process from bidding to settlement.
Streamlined Competition Results Download
We’ve upgraded our competition results download functionality, ensuring you have timely access to essential data that informs your strategic decisions. This streamlined feature makes it easier to stay up to date with key competition outcomes.
Elimination of Occasional Timeouts
We’ve resolved issues related to occasional timeouts that some System Operators experienced when viewing maps with large portfolios of assets and competitions. This update ensures uninterrupted access to critical information for better performance and reliability.
Your Feedback Matters
Our commitment to continuous improvement drives Piclo forward, and we greatly value your feedback. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to reach out—we’re always here to help!