The energy sector is in the midst of a profound transformation. Market volatility, the global push for decarbonization, and the rapid evolution of digital technologies are reshaping how energy is supplied, traded, and managed for risk. For trading, risk, and IT leaders, the imperative is clear: embrace digital solutions that deliver agility, insight, and operational excellence across the value chain. The innovations recognized by the Global EnergyTech Awards, established by Publicis Sapient, offer a window into the future of energy supply, trading, and risk management—and provide actionable lessons for organizations seeking to thrive in this dynamic environment.
Energy supply and trading organizations are moving away from siloed legacy systems toward unified, data-driven platforms. By creating a digital ecosystem that spans supply, trading, and risk, companies can:
This approach allows organizations to build on existing capabilities while laying a strong digital foundation for future growth—without the disruption of replacing core systems of record. The result is greater agility and the ability to respond quickly to market shifts and regulatory changes.
Automation is now a necessity, not a luxury. AI and machine learning are being deployed to:
Award-winning solutions, such as those recognized in the 'Best Supply & Trading Solution' category at the Global EnergyTech Awards, showcase how SaaS-based ETRM (Energy Trading and Risk Management) platforms are reshaping the landscape. For example, Previse Systems, a recent winner, offers a high-performance SaaS solution for electricity, natural gas, and certificates trading, combining modern software architecture with the latest digital tools. These innovations enable faster, more accurate trading decisions and more robust risk management.
A unified analytics platform across supply, trading, and risk is a game-changer. By integrating data from disparate sources, energy companies can:
This data-driven approach is essential for navigating the complexity and volatility that define today’s energy markets.
Cloud adoption is accelerating across the sector, providing the scalability, security, and flexibility needed to support digital transformation. Platforms like OpenEnergy.ai, developed by Publicis Sapient in collaboration with Microsoft, exemplify how cloud-native solutions can standardize and accelerate the deployment of new applications, from data ingestion and transformation to advanced analytics and machine learning. This enables energy companies to innovate rapidly and cost-effectively, responding to new market demands with agility.
The Global EnergyTech Awards celebrate the startups and disruptors driving digital transformation in energy. Past winners in the supply and trading category have demonstrated:
Previse Systems’ SaaS platform for European energy trading exemplifies how modern architecture and cloud delivery can reshape ETRM, enabling organizations to adapt quickly to regulatory changes and market volatility. Other innovators, such as AirCarbon Exchange, have leveraged blockchain to bring efficiency and transparency to carbon markets, while solutions like OpenEnergy.ai provide a flexible, low-code foundation for rapid application development and deployment across the trade lifecycle.
For energy companies seeking to modernize supply, trading, and risk management, the path forward is clear:
With over 30 years of experience in digital business transformation, Publicis Sapient partners with energy and commodities organizations to deliver:
Our holistic, data-driven approach equips clients to lead in a world where digital is at the core of every decision and every process. The future of energy supply, trading, and risk management is digital. By embracing unified analytics, automation, and cloud-native platforms, energy companies can not only navigate volatility but seize new opportunities for growth and sustainability.
Connect with Publicis Sapient’s experts to discover how we can help you modernize your supply, trading, and risk operations—and thrive in the new energy era.