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The Audit Process
Our process involves the following stages. Throughout the process the client is kept abreast of our progress and a detailed report and analysis print outs will be presented prior to implementation of any claims or account changes.
1) Commencing The Analysis; Obtaining Information. In this stage we obtain from either the utility or the client utility billing history detail. We also discover information about the facilities as needed. PES will obtain billing histories directly from the utilities using a Letter of Agency, as possible.
2) Performing the Analysis. We then enter the data in to usable formats which can then be used to set billing parameters which indicate the need for further investigation. Using our proprietary software program, we develop hourly load profiles and review the cost under various alternative rate structures and operational scenarios. Experimental rates and programs are also evaluated. Further analysis, if warranted, is then performed and individually verified. We emphasize a personal review of all computer runs due to the application of personal experience that a computer program can not replicate. In addition, PES will research current PUC programs and former PUC precedents to look for additional opportunities which Client could benefit from.
3) Review of Past Charges and Optimizing Pricing PES will also recalculate all billing that is suspect for correct charges and accuracy. This includes incorrect meter reads, incorrect demand charges, misapplied discounts and allowances, unapplied credits, power factor adjustments, and taxed. PES will review the applicability of tariffs for possible misclassification by the utilities. All claims will be filed by PES and PES will meet and negotiate with the utilities as needed. PES will review all overcharges to develop claims for refunds for the full length of term that the overcharge may have occurred. PES, at our discretion, will proceed to file complaints against the utility before the Public Utilities Commission for any unresolved issue. There is no additional fee to PES for taking legal recourse (PUC action) to pursue claims.
4) Recommendations and Supplier Interaction PES will draft all letters to the utility to activate any tariff changes. Your company personnel merely have to copy them on to letterhead sign and return to PES. As needed, PES will meet with the utilities and negotiate reduced costs. PES will follow up the utilities and monitor the savings. PES will also directly negotiate with your supplier and available alternate suppliers for advantaged pricing. All suppliers will be ranked not only for price, but for their stability and performance guarantees. PES assures that any alternate supplier chosen will not result in any reduction of quality of service.
5) Continued Review of Best Available Pricing PES will continually review the national regulatory environment to identify any lower cost supplier, tariff, contract, programs or other means to reduce the operating cost to your company. This review will be periodic and dependent upon a number of factors including changes by the vendor utility or incumbent supplier, changes in the industry or regulatory influences.
