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June 3, 2025

Meet Yasmin: A Prime Example of the Houston Office’s ‘Go-To’ Person

Yasmin Pajouhafsar wasn’t new to consulting when she joined capSpire’s Houston team in 2023, but ETRM was a shift from her previous role focused on US sales and use taxes. “I wanted to make a pivot,” she says....
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May 15, 2025

Supercharging Openlink Commodities with Grid Computing

In today’s fast-paced energy and commodity markets, the ability to process large volumes of data quickly and accurately is not just a competitive advantage - it’s essential. Whether you're managing volatile power markets, complex derivative instruments, or intricate...
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May 1, 2025

Building a Smarter Future for European Energy Trading

European energy markets are in the midst of a significant shift. From geopolitical events to the rapid growth of renewables and evolving regulations, today’s trading environment is more complex, and more dynamic - than ever. In this space,...
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April 24, 2025

How to Keep Your ETRM System Winning

Think about the timing and telemetry screens at a Formula 1 Grand Prix, one of the most critical and visible elements of the race. These screens flash lap times, sector splits, tire changes, pit stop durations, and driver...
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March 27, 2025

Mastering Risk Management in Multi-Commodity Trading: Unlocking the Full Potential of Openlink with capSpire

Modern trading desks must balance two critical types of risk, each with distinct challenges: Physical Risks: Supply chain disruptions, extreme weather, geopolitical instability, and climate change can impact the availability and cost of raw materials. Financial Risks: Market...
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March 20, 2025

Good Governance and Human Creativity: Ralf Harmens’ Approach to Consulting

Based in Zurich but supporting clients across four continents, Ralf Harmens, Principal Consultant at capSpire, delivers strategic consulting in software and process solutions with a global finesse—leveraging people’s strengths, applying best practices, and drawing on the expertise of...
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