INCREASED ASSET AVAILABILITY IMPROVED OPERATING PERFORMANCE PREMIER SERVICES: MORE POWER TO COMPETE

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1 INCREASED ASSET AVAILABILITY IMPROVED OPERATING PERFORMANCE PREMIER SERVICES: MORE POWER TO COMPETE

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3 Because the power business is a powerful business As rapid changes transform the power generation industry, only companies running leaner and more efficient operations will succeed. To survive and thrive, powerindustry executives require a whole new set of tools to meet the industry s competitive pressures. Knowing whether you re prepared can make the difference between success and failure. Knowing if you re on the track to operational excellence whatever the market conditions is critical. Simple questions sometimes have complex answers: How good are my units? Will they generate acceptable financial results? How good are my business processes? Which do I need to change to succeed? How do I better manage my assets? Are consistent operational practices exercised across my fleet? Should I change my performance measures? Which ones? Am I measuring my assets against a normalized set of measures? How good is my infrastructure? Will it support existing operational demands? Will it grow with our needs? How do we get more from existing systems/applications? If you re looking for better answers to these questions, you need to look at what Premier Services can do for you. 3

4 Good Plans. Good Decisions. The key to sustaining a profitable business in both regulated and deregulated environments lies in developing integrated operational strategies that leverage the company s existing investment in people, equipment and technology. These strategies provide the mechanism to: Augment expertise Improve fleet performance Benchmark performance of all units against a common set of measures Capture current practices employed across the fleet Develop priorities and common understanding across the organization and within merged companies Drive culture and process change in existing and newly acquired assets Create consistent practices for asset management across the fleet Qualify benefits of alternative investments As the world s largest automation supplier, Emerson Process Management has the industry expertise, market-leading technology, collaborative engineering and consulting services to help power producers develop and execute these strategies to remain competitive, successful and financially solid. Our Premier Services offer comprehensive solutions that help your company evaluate, identify, execute and sustain fleetwide performance improvement programs. We provide an in-depth analysis of your company s existing processes, technologies and personnel skill sets. 4

5 We Build a Plan for You to Succeed. What makes us different? We ve invested years in the industry, working closely with leading power generation companies and establishing industry best practices and solid benchmarking methodologies. We are uniquely positioned to make unbiased recommendations on the tools, programs and services that will provide the highest return, in alignment with your operational and financial objectives. What s more, Premier Services provide customized programs for improved reliability and profitability. With Premier Services, we manage the deployment of customized programs and validate that the expected financial returns are realized. 5

6 The Road to Improved Performance 2 Evaluate Options for Improvement Weigh the Options 1 Analyze and Benchmark Current Performance Capture Current State Assess Unit Performance Operations Asset Management Practices Automation Technologies Personnel Skill Sets Life-cycle Management Benchmark your performance against the industry and the competition 6 Evaluate various process, technology and service solutions used in the power industry Identify potential solutions for your specific needs Objectively evaluate the effectiveness of each solution s contribution towards company business and performance objectives Prioritize recommendations for maximum impact on operational and financial objectives.

7 3 4 Define and Execute Performance Improvement Programs Validate and Sustain Realized Gains Ensure Continuous Improvement Validate savings achieved Create the Plan Establish processes to ensure sustained performance Architect a program to implement the performance improvement recommendations Apply lessons learned to future initiatives Provide resources where it makes sense Execute the performance improvement program 7

8 1 Analyze and Benchmark Current Performance Accurate Assessments. Unbiased Evaluations. An objective analysis of your performance is the first step to developing a process improvement strategy to make you a leader in the industry. Interviews, data analysis and in-depth examination help our experts determine how well your business processes and operational practices leverage existing assets to meet your long term operational and financial goals. Benchmarking processes use proven methodologies and established industry best practices not only to pinpoint how well you realize the capabilities of your assets, but also to provide a clear indication of how your company stacks up against the competition. Focus of Evaluation Processes: Examine and identify areas where existing business practices and other processes prevent your organization from achieving its overall operational objectives. Technology: Consider whether you are taking advantage of the full capabilities of your existing technologies and identify where new technology can reduce cost, and improve performance. People: Identify where culture and personnel skill sets can be improved to align more closely with your operational objectives. Areas of Assessment Plant Performance Operator Effectiveness Control Philosophies Optimization Programs Information Management Maintenance Practices Automation Equipment 8

9 2 Evaluate Options for Improvement Tailored Solutions. Guaranteed Results. We recommend specific solutions designed to improve operating and financial performance. Working closely with your staff, and keeping your cost and operational objectives in mind, we build a plan that provides a competitive advantage. Your program is based on your specific business and operational objectives, built to match your company s priorities and goals for performance improvement. Every solution is examined with regard to its financial and strategic impact on the company and includes a comprehensive estimate of the level of improvement, and the annual savings and additional revenue opportunities that each improvement will deliver. Premier Services Deliver the Highest Impact and Cost-benefit Aligned with company strategies Deliver solid ROI Improved availability and generation capacity Maximize revenue potential Straightforward to implement Leverage existing capital equipment Linked to corporate safety and environmental objectives Sustainable over plant life-cycle for continuous improvement Actual Results Unit/Improvement Payback Period 800 MW Oil and Gas-fired Steam Unit Ramp rate improved by 1.5% per minute 15 months Heat rate reduced by 2% 500 MW Coal-fired Steam Unit Decreased steam temperature variation, eliminated 3 months boiler tube leaks during peak generating season 4 X 70 MW Coal-fired Combined Heating & Power Unit 15% decreased NOx emissions 8 months 18% decreased excess O2 20% decreased desuperheater spray flow 475 MW Coal-fired Steam Unit Over 1% heat rate improvement 12 months 2% per minute ramp rate improvement 900 MW Coal-fired Unit Maintenance costs reduced 6 months To succeed in this dynamic sector, one must have both a clear view of the future and a deep understanding of the past. The companies on the side of innovation will earn some of the wealth that now goes to the entrenched, incumbent players. NextWave Energy, a provider of economic and market analysis serving the energy industry. 9

10 3 Define and Execute Performance Improvement Programs Industry Expertise. Resources to Get You There. Where resources are tight, we ve got the expertise and a full range of people and technologies that will ensure that the project is executed on time and within budget. We collaborate with you to clearly define the scope, support financial justification, and develop a project schedule that ensures successful program implementation with minimal impact on daily production operations. A detailed work plan is developed for the implementation of all key recommendations including: Clearly Defined Scope Effective Phased Scheduling Budget-compliant Cash Flow And once the plan is in place, our experienced engineers, leading-edge technology and proven practices guarantee success. Deliverables Operational Process Improvement Programs Application of Technology Performance Optimization Fleet Management Programs Vertical Integration of Automation and IT Infrastructure Maintenance Management Optimization Evolutionary Planning Outsource Services I&C Asset Management Contingency Management Personnel Training Programs 10

11 4 Validate and Sustain Realized Gains Validated Improvements. Long Term Results. E merson Process Management has built its reputation as a leader in the power industry through its commitment and dedication to the customer. That s why we benchmark every Premier Services performance improvement program before and after program implementation. We have the resources and build programs that adapt and grow with your organization, change with market demands and meet your needs today, and tomorrow. We estimate the program s financial return, measure program impact, and validate the results. Then we integrate the results and lessons learned to improve the program and ensure sustained results. Value-Focused Methodology Guarantees Fastest Return 11

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