Topic:"Distribution" in M12665

Process NSPI's processes remain the same as in recent audit periods. NSPI continues to use Aligne Fuels, an off-the-shelf database software owned by Fidelity National Information Services, as its transactional backbone in tracking its soli...

AI summary NSPI continues to use Aligne Fuels as its transactional backbone for managing solid fuel supply chains. A cyber event caused Aligne to be unavailable from April 25 to October 30, 2025, and it was only partially restored by the end of the audit period, with full reliance expected by Q2 2026. NSPI imports solid fuel via marine vessels at two ports in Nova Scotia.

XI.C. Conclusions Conclusion XI-1: NSPI, to its credit, was able to keep its system running reliably through the period following the cyber event. However, the loss of automation and information required for scheduling and dispatch would h...

AI summary The document highlights NSPI's ability to maintain system reliability post-cyber event but notes inefficiencies and increased costs due to lost automation. It identifies issues with scheduling processes, RTED functionality, and dispatch of PH Biomass. There are concerns about understated system marginal costs and increased GHG emissions. A new Economic Dispatch Optimization Solution is expected to address some inefficiencies.