A hybrid approach to building a multi-dimensional business intelligence system for electricity grid operators

Abstract

This paper proposes a new methodology for building multi-dimensional data-warehousing and business intelligence systems for utility companies. The proposed approach can be used by any utility company that wishes to take advantage of the principles and recommendations gained through a critical analysis of the Kimball and ASAP methodologies. The results show that this new approach can be incorporated as a cornerstone for business intelligence systems operating in a data-rich environment. It can be successfully designed and used for various reporting purposes of various business segments of an organization. The approach was tested by applying it to electricity market analysis of the Serbian energy transmission system and market operator "Elektromreza Srbije" in the context of smart-grid technologies.