CommOS

CommOS is a cloud-based commodity management platform offered by Gen10. According to the vendor, it aims to streamline and automate trading processes, improve operational efficiency, and provide real-time visibility and control over commodity trading activities. This solution is designed to cater to companies of various sizes in the commodity trading industry, including small businesses to large enterprises. It is utilized by professionals such as commodity traders, risk managers, operations managers, finance managers, and supply chain managers.

Key Features

Calendar Integration: According to the vendor, the software allows for the automation of task creation and deadlines using the calendar. It also offers seamless integration with ERP and other software in real-time.

Better Data Integration: The vendor claims that CommOS enables the integration of commodity management data with power demand forecasts. This provides real-time oversight of positions and profiling data that impact burn forecasts, allowing for better-informed decisions with live reports.

Powerful Integrated ETRM Technology: The software is driven by comprehensive workflow and pricing engines, according to the vendor. It automates processes across front-, middle-, and back-offices, and allows for real-time data feeding into ERP and other software. Additionally, it offers cloud accessibility on any device.

Enhanced Contract Management: The vendor states that CommOS offers efficient management of counterparties and automated document creation. It provides control over contract processes through automated workflows and facilitates automatic pricing calculations with complete visibility and optionality.

Better Logistics: The software streamlines logistics with automated document creation, including shipping and warehousing documents, according to the vendor. It also reduces operational risk through checks and controls, such as credit limit alerts and missing document notifications. The automated calendars of outstanding tasks and deadlines help keep teams updated.

Live Reporting: According to the vendor, CommOS provides complete, real-time visibility into positions that update as soon as actions are taken. It generates in-system reports and integrates with reporting tools for real-time P&L, MTM, position, and management reports.

Commodity Trading Workflow Automation: The vendor claims that the software streamlines and automates deal capture, valuations, and invoicing processes. It aims to improve operational efficiency and accuracy through process-driven workflows, enhancing data flows, controls, and reporting capabilities.

Real-time Reporting and Analytics: The vendor states that CommOS offers real-time visibility into trading positions, risk exposure, and profitability. It generates live reports for risk management, mark-to-market (MTM), and profit and loss (P&L) calculations. The software also provides visualizations and data analysis tools for informed decision-making.

Integrated Contract Management: The vendor claims that the software allows for efficient management of counterparties and automated document creation. It offers control over contract processes through automated workflows and facilitates the calculation and re-calculation of pricing, premiums, discounts, and conversions.

Logistics and Document Automation: According to the vendor, CommOS automates the creation of shipping and warehousing documents. It generates bank requests for release and helps improve operational risk management.