NERC CIP and O&P Compliance Solutions Since 2010

…is a team of highly qualified subject matter experts, former regulators, compliance officers/managers, software and IT specialists.

…assists organizations with reducing the complexity and cutting the cost of compliance.

…offers extensive and diverse electric utility experience in both O&P and CIP and who are passionate about helping entities manage the ever-increasing burden of regulatory Reliability Compliance.

O&P and CIP Expertise

STANDARDS COMPLIANCE INTELLIGENCE PORTAL - SCIP

Compliance Program Development

RSAWs & NERC Evidence Request Tool

Monthly Compliance Program Management & On-Call Support

MOCK AUDITs &
Gap Analyses

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING SOLUTIONS

ACTIVE MONITORING OF FERC, NERC, & REGIONAL Activities and Standards Development

DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT GUIDANCE

INTERNAL CONTROLS REVIEW & DEVELOPMENT

NERC ERO PORTAL AND
REGIONAL PORTAL
USAGE & SUPPORT

Responsiveness

Our responsiveness to our clients and their needs is our top priority. Each project has an assigned Project Manager who works directly with the client lead, assures everything is on track, and is the main point of contact for coordination of the project.

Knowledge

We have an extensive background and knowledge gained by working in the field of Reliability Standards compliance since and even before they became mandatory and enforceable by the initial FERC Orders. Using that knowledge, we have developed and successfully implemented both O&P NERC compliance programs, as well as full NERC CIP High/Medium and Low Impact Compliance Programs from the ground up. The quality, content, and organization of our work product, along with the qualifications and experience of our staff is unsurpassed.

Unique Experience

Our team is unique in that we have extensive expertise from both sides of the audit table, as well as in the implementation and management of NERC compliance programs. The PCS team includes a former NERC auditor, a former WECC CIP auditor, and five former compliance program managers, and a track record of excellence in Regional audits that sets us apart. The PCS staff has been in the business of program development and implementation, technical procedure writing, staff training, and mock audit/gap analysis projects since the inception of NERC mandatory compliance.

Success

The Compliance Programs developed by PCS have not only passed audit scrutiny, they have been acknowledged by Regional Auditors during client audits for their superior quality. Many auditors now recognize PCS’ work when conducting compliance audits. Our track record for audit and other compliance monitoring outcomes for our clients is exceptional. For all of the gap analyses, mock audits, and audit support activities conducted by PCS, there has never been an audit finding by a Regional Entity that was not already identified by PCS. Our understanding of the Regional audit approaches and focus is second to none.

Reputation

PCS has built a reputation of excellence. Compliance professionals regularly recommend PCS to their colleagues for our NERC compliance consulting services, including large CIP projects. For example, PCS was contacted to update and develop an effective High/Medium Impact CIP program by one of the largest entities in North America after hearing about our team’s experience and quality of services from industry peers. Engaging the organization’s leads and SMEs, taking the time to understand their operations, focusing the effort on making the program theirs, and helping them understand their roles are important keys to success that are included in the PCS process.

What Our Customers Are Saying

"I have been using PCS to help manage my NERC Program since 2017. PCS has always been extremely responsive to the stations changing needs since then. The level of knowledge is of great comfort to me as I have full trust that the task at hand will be handled professionally and correctly every time"

"Provo Power has greatly benefited from our long relationship with PCS. As our compliance needs have grown and changed, PCS has been there to guide us through them. Having a strong working relationship with our compliance partners gives us the peace of mind to know that we are never alone, and nothing is out of reach."

"They been extremely helpful, thorough and patient. Their availability is top notch and very accommodating. Very knowledgeable and if unsure of something they research to find the correct answer or action needed. I’m very satisfied with their services and would like to continue the relationship for next year.”