The crucial importance of PI planning in the energy industry

In the dynamic world of the energy industry, it is crucial for organisations to be agile and responsive to market changes. This requires a streamlined approach to project planning and execution processes, where a methodology such as the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) can be invaluable.

One of the most essential events within SAFe, is the Program Increment (PI) planning. This is when all involved teams and stakeholders come together to define the priorities, goals and required actions for the upcoming PI. The aim is to create a common understanding and focus. This is essential for achieving successful results during this 8- to 12-week timeframe.

At ICE Utility Professionals, we understand the complexity of the energy industry and the importance of streamlined PI planning for organisations in this sector. Our Process & Performance professionals play a significant role in supporting our clients in their SAFe approach.

To underline our contribution to the success of PI planning, we have compiled a guide for organisations in the energy industry to use when preparing and implementing their PI planning processes. This guide contains essential steps, considerations and tips to ensure that planning runs smoothly and that all stakeholders are effectively involved in the process.

At ICE Utility Professionals, we strive to support our clients in achieving successful and valuable PI planning within the framework of SAFe. Through our in-depth expertise and practical support, they can increase their agility and be better able to meet the demands of a rapidly changing market.

Want to know more about our approach and how we can help your organisation optimise PI planning? Feel free to contact with us or download our manual.

Process & Performance

In the midst of the energy transition, our clients are in a time of profound change. This transition not only includes technological shifts, but is often accompanied by changes in processes, systems, organisations and behaviour. The Process & Performance team, consisting of consultants with diverse backgrounds and expertise, uses a Lean/Agile approach to realise these changes. With our team of programme and project managers, Agile coaches, Process Improvers, Scrum Masters and change managers, we bring about the desired change. We take a positive-critical approach, putting the organisation's objectives first while keeping an eye on the people affected by the change. Our goal is to significantly improve the organisation, processes and teams from how we found them. This aim is at the heart of our commitment and is a proven formula for success.

Choose ICE Utility Professionals and achieve lasting improvements that make your organisation agile, resilient and future-proof.

Operational expert

Our Operational Experts have the ability to quickly master new knowledge. Whether you need novice talent or seasoned experts with extensive expertise in areas such as Sourcing & Forecasting, Allocation & Reconciliation, Metering Data and Billing, they are there for you. Their main task is to perform tasks such as processing backlogs and ensuring accurate data processing in various aspects of the energy industry. With the support of our Operational Experts, you can strengthen your business processes and ensure that your data is always processed accurately.

Choose ICE Utility Professionals and optimise your operational processes with our expert Operational Experts.

Data & Analytics

In the era of energy transition, the digital transition is also in full swing. Electrification of consumption and generation, regulatory changes and new technologies are leading to the availability of huge amounts of data in our industry. Therefore, now more than ever it is important to process and fully exploit this data efficiently, in a structured and correct way.


Our team of Data & Analytics consultants consists of both young professionals and experienced experts who have knowledge of these complex information flows and the latest analysis methods. We understand the origins of data and see opportunities to use it for existing and new applications. Whether it involves validation, modelling or visualisation: our consultants can transform your data into valuable insights. In doing so, we do not lose sight of you as a customer and we explain complicated matters in easy-to-understand terms, or are happy to go into more detail. That way, we create impact for you!

ICE-UP is ready to take on challenges in the energy industry by combining these areas of expertise. Together, we create a data landscape that enables your organisation to be successful.

Business & IT

As a crucial link between your business operations and IT infrastructure, we offer highly qualified consultants with deep expertise in the energy industry and business processes. We also have the crucial skill to clearly translate your organisation's needs to developers. We facilitate direct communication between involved departments, with stakeholder management an integral part of our approach. With a keen understanding of the dynamic energy industry and seamless cooperation between business and IT, we identify optimisation opportunities, implement efficient systems and drive innovation.

Choose ICE Utility Professionals and form a partnership that will make your organisation agile, resilient and future-proof.