Topic:"Technology Penetration" in M12412

Request IR - 26 - Reference: Exhibit B-2 (page 26 of 36, line 22, Table 13 & page 27 of 36, lines 3- - 6)…"Technology Needs Assessment and Business Case: These costs are for internal asset and - systems inventory reviews to be conducted by...

AI summary The document requests clarification on the Technology Needs Assessment and Business Case, specifically the scope of work and estimated fees for the consultant conducting the assessment for NSPI and NSIESO.

Response IR - 26 a) The $0.50 million estimate for the Technology Needs Assessment and Business Case reflects anticipated external consulting services to support the NSIESO in establishing its technology environment through one or more sco...

AI summary The NSIESO estimates a $0.50 million cost for a Technology Needs Assessment and Business Case, involving external consulting services to support its technology environment. The scope includes inventorying Nova Scotia Power's systems, identifying technology needs, and developing a business case with cost and risk considerations. This is a planning estimate, and formal quotes will be sought before proceeding.

- Technology needs assessment and business case Per the Application, these costs are for internal asset and systems inventory reviews to be conducted by an external consultant to assess systems currently in-use by NSPI as well as a needs a...

AI summary The document outlines various costs associated with the NSIESO's operations, including technology needs assessment, office leasing, cybersecurity, and other facilities and technology. The NSIESO is in the planning phase and expects to obtain formal quotes before finalizing these costs. The estimated costs are based on preliminary information and planning assumptions.