Transformation & Delivery Advisory
Through its Transformation & Delivery Advisory pillar, CIGA Energy Advisory translates strategic ambition into measurable results. By offering operating model design, program governance, process redesign, digital enablement and AI adoption, together with vendor coordination, we help clients ensure execution is aligned with strategic intent across the full transformation cycle.
Specialist capabilities within this practice
Each capability is led by named specialists and proven through engagements across the region.
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Focus areas
Organizational and Functional Transformation
- Target operating model design
- Defining organisational structure, processes, technology and governance to execute strategic objectives. Aligned with the company's operating reality and capability gaps.
- Multiple Large Utility Companies (TAQA, HEDNO, Veolia, Eurohold)
- VeoliaAsset Management Function Optimization
- Hidroelectrica, CA SomesAsset Management Function Optimization
- CEZSmart Transformation (Digital transformation)
- E.ONTransformation Program (I, II, III)
- Process redesign & digital enablement (incl. AI adoption)
- Process optimization supported by digital solutions and AI, including automation and system integration. Designed against measurable KPIs, not as a one-off mapping exercise.
- PPCHourly data collection process optimization (BPMN + automation potential)
- Delgaz Grid / E.ON Energie RomaniaEnergy balance calculation streamlining
- Complex Energetic OlteniaAsset management process redesign
- DEO / CEZProcess digitalization / automation
- Capability mapping & governance improvement
- Assessing existing capabilities, identifying gaps, and establishing governance structures that accelerate decision-making. Output is a clear capability roadmap with ownership.
- Large Utility CompaniesDefinition / reorganization of specialized business units (e.g. Digital / Transformation Office, Asset Management Office)
- Solution concept definition
- Design of integrated solution concepts aligned with business requirements and available market capabilities. Bridges strategic intent and the technology and vendor options that can realistically deliver it.
- DEERConsultancy and design for the implementation of SMs (Smart Meter), MDM (Meter Data Management) and AMS (Asset Management System)
- HidroelectricaAsset Management System Concept Definition
- CA SomesAsset Management System Concept Definition
- Delgaz GridConsultancy and design for the implementation of an ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management System)
- DEOConsultancy and design for the implementation of ADMS and AMS
- ESG governance development / transformation
- ESG governance frameworks, including function setup, processes, policies and integration with enterprise risk management.
- Important player in the oil & gas sector in RomaniaCSRD governance gap assessment, covering ESG organizational structure review, integration of climate and transition risks into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and phased compliance roadmap
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Delivery and Execution Advisory
- Program governance & execution oversight
- Governance frameworks with decision protocols, risk management and structured progress tracking. Keeps multi-year, multi-stream programs on plan and on budget.
- Major Utility GroupSkills-Based Organization Transformation and AI Adoption
- Major Utility GroupEnterprise-Wide Digital Transformation Program
- Vendor & integrator coordination
- Management of external partners and integrators to ensure aligned delivery, coordinated dependencies and value optimization across the vendor landscape.
- Distribuție Energie Electrică RomaniaSupport in Asset Management System (AMS) implementation
- DELGAZSupport in Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) implementation
- KPI, reporting, dashboarding & ESG governance
- Measurement frameworks and reporting structures that track progress and support decisions, including ESG governance integration with enterprise risk. Outputs read at board level.
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Applicable sectors
Energy & Utilities
Complex digital and AI transformation programs for DSOs and TSOs (including multi-year programs), from strategy to implementation. Strong focus on asset condition monitoring and predictive maintenance, grid analytics, ADMS.
Renewables, Investors & Funds
Transaction advisory for renewable energy and storage assets across CSE, covering solar, wind and BESS. Investment screening, technical due diligence, portfolio risk and development strategy for funds and private equity across the full deal lifecycle.
Public Sector, Associations & Regulators
Market design, regulatory reform and policy analysis for regulators and sector bodies. Support for public authorities and companies whose core services serve the public interest, such as district heating and water utilities, from smart city programs and digital transformations to EU funding and infrastructure modernisation.
Financial Services / Banking
Sector expertise and market intelligence for banks active in energy and infrastructure lending. ESG screening, green finance advisory and credit risk support for loan portfolios in regulated and competitive markets.
Telco
Digital infrastructure strategy and delivery of EU-funded programs for telecom operators. Procurement and program management for NGA fibre rollout and eIDAS digital identity projects.
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