ComTech Advisory LLC (ComTech) will publish a new, expanded version of the highly regarded and widely distributed CTRM Sourcebook last published in the 3rd quarter 2023. As with all... continue reading
It’s no secret that commodity traders have had back-to-back record years in terms of profits. According to Oliver Wyman, profits likely exceeded $100 billion in 2022, enabling commodity traders... continue reading
If you use or work with CTRM software then you will have your opinions on who and what is best in various areas like risk management, power, metals and... continue reading
At the end of June, we will stop surveying for the vendor perception study and so this is your last chance to have your say. Who is the CTRM... continue reading
This last few months ComTech’s collective phones have been ringing off the hook with VC and PE firms expressing an interest in commodities and the technologies that support the... continue reading
Recent developments in the European energy system show a significant decrease in coal- and gas-based power generation and a concomitant increase in renewable energy sources. However, wind and solar... continue reading
So last week, we did our first webinar. We partnered with Narrativio on the webinar. Narrativio is a PR firm based in Vienna that focuses on energy and IT... continue reading
Let’s get you opinion on that and other market leadership and buying criteria questions in our ongoing 2024 Vendor Perception Study. Non-vendor end user and consultants opinions are used... continue reading
Last year, we published a new book called – CTRM Software: an Analyst View of a Dynamic Software Market. Over the last month or so, I have had many... continue reading
So the vendor perception study is in progress in that we are asking users and consultants to fill out the survey that can be found here. The results –... continue reading
Just a reminder that we are conducting the survey part of our Vendor Perception Study that we produce every two years. The final report is FREE from this site... continue reading
E-World has always been the main event of the year for the energy software business. For over two decades, I have been participating in this event, representing leading software... continue reading
So last week was E-World in Essen back to its February slot. I attended on the Wednesday and it was absolutely packed – perhaps the busiest I had ever... continue reading
I’m just back from the annual pilgrimage to E-World and will be writing more on that show later as will Irina. One theme I hear there talking to many... continue reading
Every two years, we test your perceptions of the vendors and products in the CTRM and related software category. Unlike other surveys this one is all about YOUR views... continue reading
This year will see ComTech doing another Vendor Perception Study (VPS) to see how vendor’s are faring and what the users and consultants in the industry think of them.... continue reading
A happy New Year to all of our readers at CTRMCenter – the place for everything CTRM and related! Please do us a favor this year and introduce your... continue reading
There is no doubt that many in the commodities trading and risk management industry are now reaching retirement age and exiting the business talking their expertise with them. While... continue reading
Back a few years ago and 39 entire episodes ago, we started a podcast called CTRMRadio. I think we were innovators once again as I don’t believe there were... continue reading
We just recently released the new CTRM Sourcebook and it is now available on this site for free download to aid you in your next software selection project. This... continue reading
Today, the energy industry is focused on achieving Net Zero emissions and a transition to renewable power production is taking central place. However, wind and solar power production exhibit... continue reading
