ETRM Selection

We guide you through the complex vendor landscape to identify the ETRM solution that best aligns with your specific trading volume, commodity mix, and risk profile.

Expert-Led Selection

Our structured selection process cuts through the noise.

We lead your stakeholders through requirements gathering, demos, and scoring to identify the solution that delivers the best ROI and ensures long-term operational stability.

Risk Mitigation

Avoid costly implementation failures by validating functional fit before you purchase.

Tailored Requirements

We map your specific trading, risk, and logistics needs directly to system capabilities.

Streamlined Process

Our proven evaluation framework accelerates decision-making without cutting corners.

Integration Readiness

We assess how potential systems will interface with your existing IT ecosystem and data lakes.

Software Experience

What Our Clients Are Saying

We were founded to provide companies with better service around their ETRM systems. Read why our clients choose to partner with us for the long term.

Our Selection Methodology

We take the guesswork out of software selection by applying a rigorous, data-driven framework. From initial requirements to the final contract, we manage the entire lifecycle to ensure your chosen ETRM aligns perfectly with your business goals.

01. RFP/RFI Strategy

We don’t just send out generic templates. We create a customized RFP/RFI and selection approach that fits your specific business context. Our team handles all vendor management, question coordination, and communication, ensuring a streamlined process.

02. Requirements Mapping

TruPoint utilizes a process-oriented approach to build a focused, relevant requirements list. We move beyond standard checklists to map your actual workflows, assisting you in evaluating vendor matrix responses to identify true functional fit.

03. Scenario-Based Demos

We refuse to let vendors rely on “canned” presentations. We create demo scenarios and scripts tailored to your business, strictly focusing on ease of use, front-to-back system flow, and identifying potential gaps or workarounds.

04. Deep Analysis & Engagement

Our experts guide the demo sessions, asking the key questions that vendors often avoid. We provide detailed business and technical input, evaluating vendor capabilities to produce a comprehensive comparison and set of recommendations.

05. Contracting & Finalization

Once a partner is identified, we provide license and services contracting assistance. We review the fine print to ensure you have the right partner and the right terms before the implementation begins.

Market Experience

Our deep expertise is focused on the industries that move our world. We provide specialized ETRM consulting for companies in Power, Natural Gas, Renewables, and the full spectrum of Liquids including crude oil and refined products.

Crude Oil

Power

Renewables

Natural Gas

NGLs

LNG

Refined Products

Frequently Asked Questions

Navigating the complex ETRM landscape raises many questions.

Here is how we ensure a transparent, efficient selection process that respects your time and budget.

Do you partner with specific software vendors?

No. We are 100% vendor-agnostic. We do not accept referral fees or favor specific platforms. Our only objective is to identify the solution that best fits your business requirements and budget.

Can you help us write the RFP?

Yes. We create a customized RFP/RFI based on your specific business goals, not a generic template. We then manage the entire distribution process and collate all vendor responses for you.

How do you handle vendor demonstrations?

We don’t settle for standard sales pitches. We create custom scripts and scenarios based on your actual workflows, forcing vendors to demonstrate exactly how they would handle your specific trades and logistics.

How much time will this require from our internal team?

We handle the heavy lifting—including RFP creation, vendor communication, and scheduling. We only pull your stakeholders in for critical requirements workshops and targeted demo sessions, allowing them to focus on their daily jobs.

Do you help with the final contract?

Yes. Once a vendor is selected, we provide license and services contracting assistance. We review the scope of work and commercial terms to ensure you are protected before implementation begins.

What happens after we make a selection?

We don’t just hand over a report and leave. We can transition directly into the implementation phase, acting as your project manager to ensure the vendor delivers exactly what was promised during the selection.