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Regulatory compliance reporting

This workflow automatically collects operational data from multiple systems, validates compliance metrics against regulatory requirements, and generates standardized reports for utility commissions. It reduces manual effort and ensures timely submission of accurate regulatory filings.

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Workflow Trigger

Monthly regulatory reporting deadline approaches (7 days before due date)

Visual Flow

Each node represents an automated step. Connections show how data and decisions move through the workflow.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

  1. 1
    Trigger

    Initiate regulatory reporting cycle

    Automated scheduler triggers the compliance reporting workflow based on predefined regulatory calendar dates. System begins data collection process for required metrics.

    n8n Scheduler
  2. 2
    Action

    Extract operational performance data

    Pulls historical operational data including outage duration, customer minutes interrupted, and system reliability metrics from SCADA and historian systems. Data covers the required reporting period.

    SCADA systemsOSIsoft PI historian
  3. 3
    Action

    Gather asset maintenance records

    Retrieves maintenance activities, equipment inspections, and asset performance data from the enterprise asset management system. Compiles maintenance compliance metrics for regulatory review.

    Maximo asset management
  4. 4
    Decision

    Validate data completeness

    Checks if all required data fields are present and within acceptable quality thresholds. Routes to data remediation if gaps are identified or continues to report generation if complete.

    Data validation engine
  5. 5
    Action

    Calculate regulatory metrics

    Computes SAIDI, SAIFI, reliability indices, and other mandated performance indicators using standardized formulas. Cross-references results against regulatory benchmarks and historical trends.

    PowerWorld simulationOracle Utilities
  6. 6
    Action

    Generate compliance reports

    Creates formatted regulatory reports with required metrics, charts, and explanatory text. Populates standard regulatory forms and prepares submission packages in required formats.

    Oracle UtilitiesReport generator
  7. 7
    Output

    Submit and archive reports

    Automatically submits completed reports to regulatory portals and archives copies in document management system. Sends confirmation notifications to compliance team.

    Regulatory portal APIDocument management system

Outputs

  • SAIDI/SAIFI reliability reports
  • Asset maintenance compliance summaries
  • Regulatory submission confirmations

Key Metrics

  • Report submission timeliness
  • Data accuracy percentage
  • Manual intervention rate

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