Introduction to FERC Compliance and Centralpoint

The energy sector operates within a complex regulatory landscape, with stringent rules to ensure transparency, security, and operational efficiency. Compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) standards is critical for utilities, transmission providers, and energy organizations to
 maintain trust and integrity in their operations. These regulations govern everything from the separation of transmission and marketing functions to cybersecurity protocols, record retention, and large generator interconnections. 

The purpose of this document is to demonstrate how Centralpoint by Oxcyon supports full compliance with key FERC regulations, including FERC No. 717, CIP-005, 18 CFR Part 125, and FERC No. 2003. Each of these standards is crucial for the safe and fair operation of the electric grid, ensuring that transmission providers operate without bias, that critical cyber systems are secure from threats, that records are preserved according to federal guidelines, and that large generators are interconnected in a non-discriminatory, transparent manner.

This document aims to provide a clear and comprehensive overview of how Centralpoint’s features align with and support compliance across these key regulatory areas. From advanced access control mechanisms to real-time monitoring, incident response systems, and automated workflows, Centralpoint simplifies the complexity of regulatory adherence, helping organizations meet their obligations with confidence.

By integrating tools that manage audit trails, electronic security perimeters, and automated document retention, Centralpoint reduces the administrative burden and provides utilities with the assurance that they are operating within FERC’s compliance framework. This document will walk you through the specific ways Centralpoint helps organizations navigate and satisfy each regulatory requirement, offering a step-by-step breakdown of our compliance capabilities.

Through this detailed guide, you will understand how Centralpoint’s technology not only meets but often exceeds FERC’s stringent compliance requirements, enabling utilities to focus on their core mission of delivering safe, reliable energy to the public.

                                                                                                

















Other Related Resources

18 CFR Part 125 (up to date as of 9-10-2024).pdf
CIP-005-5.pdf
FERCorder-717c.pdf
Standardization of Generator Interconnection Agreements and Procedures No. 2003.pdf