Full spectrum reliability risk management, compliance program consulting, and critical infrastructure protection guidance
Regulatory compliance can be frustratingly complex. The consultants at GDS bring nearly two decades of NERC and FERC compliance services to assist with NERC and regional entity requirements. Apply the insights and guidance of our team to make informed compliance-related business decisions and avoid daily FERC fines of up to $1mm.The GDS team assists clients in preparing for and facilitating NERC/Regional Entity and FERC OATT/OASIS audits.
Resource planning expertise includes:
Be prepared for NERC or FERC compliance audits
Participate in technical conferences and industry groups
Review and advise on FERC orders and rules
Implement changes to improve the client’s compliance program
Develop programs to ensure compliance with NERC CIP and O&P standards
Evaluate compliance program effectiveness and internal controls
Determine the impact of NERC Standards
Attain NERC TOP and BA certifications
Meet CIP standards for cyber systems and asset security
Develop robust compliance programs and get program support and program assessments. GDS assists with all of these CIP activities, including ongoing compliance updates. Build procedures on proven frameworks and apply best practices to configuring systems impacted by NERC CIP standards.
Meet NERC O&P standards for system reliability and maintenance
Develop robust compliance programs and get program support and program assessments. GDS assists with all of these O&P activities, including ongoing compliance updates. Build procedures on proven frameworks and apply best practices to configuring systems impacted by NERC O&P standards.
Stay compliant with NERC’s 500+ active requirements
Feel confident that you are compliant with all current NERC and regional standards. GDS consultants assist with review of reliability standards, operational assessments, quarterly and annual filings, and the development of internal programs.
Be 100% prepared for NERC and Regional Entity reliability engagements
When you’re prepared for an engagement, you have nothing to worry about. GDS consultants work with co-ops, municipal utilities, and other entities to develop audit documentation, review NERC and Regional Entity questionnaires and responses, conduct mock audits, and identify areas for improvement. Our team also performs post-engagement analysis of recommendations.
Apply informed guidance from seasoned consultants
Avoid regulatory compliance penalties
Feel confident your systems meet reliability standards
Maintain member confidence in your operation
Be prepared for inevitable compliance engagements
Stay on top of new legislation, rulemaking, and evolving standards.
