Siase-T: a case of energy sector project from Instituto Atlântico in Brazil

In the rapidly evolving energy sector, the efficient management of transmission systems is more critical than ever.

Siase-T enhances the Siase platform (Electrical System Analytical Intelligence System) by introducing advanced capabilities tailored to the Brazilian electrical transmission network. Developed in collaboration with Daimon Engenharia, MRTS Consultoria, and CPQD, Siase-T focuses on optimizing the management of transmission assets within the Brazilian electrical system from the generator to the distributor.

Specifically, it streamlines the entire process of structuring, updating, and overseeing transmission assets regulated by ANEEL (National Electric Energy Agency).

This includes managing new contract auctions and ensuring the successful completion of infrastructure projects.

Siase-T is redefining the landscape of transmission network management by offering an innovative, next-generation solution that seamlessly combines real-time visibility, robust control, and powerful data-driven insights.

With its state-of-the-art technology, the platform is streamlining operational efficiency and driving transparency, strategic foresight, and smarter decision-making in the management of transmission infrastructure across Brazil.

Why Siase-T Platform is a Game-Changer for the Transmission Sector

The Siase-T platform tackles the most critical challenges in transmission management by offering solutions that transcend conventional approaches. Leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative strategies, the platform objectives are:

• Enhance transparency, agility, and robustness in managing the power transmission sector, ensuring more efficient processes.

• Grant public access to relevant information while maintaining confidentiality where necessary, fostering trust and accountability.

• Facilitate clearer tax formation and promote social oversight and auditing, contributing to more effective regulatory practices.

• Offer real-time visibility into the evolution of assets, providing a comprehensive view of the transmission network's development.

• Enable more accurate pricing for new or updated installations, ensuring fairer and more reliable cost estimations.

• Support informed economic, social, and strategic studies, contributing to more data-driven decision-making in the energy sector.

• Make significant advancements in analytical intelligence, paving the way for innovation, research, and the development of new technologies within the industry.

Key Features Driving the Siase-T Platform

Siase-T enhances the management of transmission systems with a variety of modules, each designed to add critical value:

• Transmission Tax Calculation Methodology: A robust methodology that calculates transmission taxes based on the location and characteristics of infrastructure. 

• Asset Construction Monitoring: Track the development of new or upgraded transmission assets, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within scope. 

• Transmission Service Quality Management: A solution that continuously monitors the quality of transmission services, ensuring reliability and operational excellence. 

• Access Management: Provides tools to manage access to the transmission system, streamlining processes and improving efficiency. 

• Contract Management: Streamline contract management for greater transparency and control over transmission service agreements. 

• Public Access: Open access to critical data and management reports, fostering transparency and accountability. 

• Analytical Intelligence: Leverages powerful analytics to derive actionable insights from the data, improving decision-making and strategic planning.

• Powerful Technology Stack for Maximum Impact

The Siase-T platform integrates a best-in-class technology stack, ensuring reliable and scalable performance:

1. DevOps: Powered by Microsoft Azure, ensuring continuous delivery and integration. 

2. Backend: Built on .Net for high-performance backend operations. 

3. Frontend: Angular ensures an intuitive and responsive user interface. 

4. UI/UX: Designed using Figma for a seamless and engaging user experience. 

5. Database: SQL Server guarantees robust data storage and management. 

6. Data Analytics: Power BI powers comprehensive data analytics for informed decision-making. 

7. Quality Assurance: Using Microsoft Azure for thorough testing and quality control throughout development.

Key Functionalities: Unlocking New Levels of Efficiency

The Siase-T platform is about transforming the way energy transmission is managed and optimized.

1. Concession Contract Management Efficient contract management is at the core of the Siase-T platform. This module allows users to search, register, and manage contracts with ease, ensuring a streamlined process from award to execution.

2. Asset Monitoring and Management With Siase-T, users can track the construction and progress of transmission infrastructure projects, including the registration of essential assets such as substations and transmission lines.

3. Power Transmission Revenue Tracking The platform makes it easier to calculate and manage the revenue streams for power transmission companies, enabling real-time financial insights.

4. Public Access and Transparency Transparency is key. Siase-T ensures that stakeholders and the public have access to important reports and data, fostering trust and accountability in the energy sector.

5. Continuous Quality Monitoring Through Siase-T, transmission service quality is continuously monitored to ensure operations are running smoothly, minimizing downtime and improving system reliability.

Progressing Toward a Smarter Future

Launched in August 2022, with support from ANEEL's R&D Law, the Siase-T platform is on track for its final phase. With an expected completion date of April 2025, the following milestones have already been successfully achieved:

• Contracts Management: Completed and fully operational. 

• Transmission Tax Calculation Methodology: Fully implemented. 

• Asset Construction Monitoring: Deployed and functional.

Ongoing Development (Expected completion by April 2025): 

• Power Transmission Revenue Stream Calculation: Currently being developed.

•  Public Access (77 Management Reports): Scheduled for completion in the final phase.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Transmission Management

As the Siase-T platform continues to evolve, it’s poised to reshape the landscape of transmission management. By integrating cutting-edge technologies and providing a transparent, data-driven approach, Siase-T is setting the stage for a more efficient, sustainable, and innovative energy future.

The Siase-T platform isn’t just another tool—it’s a transformation in how we manage, monitor, and optimize the transmission of energy across the country.