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Unlock the value of your commodity asset network

Realize the value of balancing commodity market risk and return

The asset networks of commodity markets—commerce-related raw products—may contain tremendous value for those who can unlock it. However, the ability to tap into that value may be elusive. Lack of transparency and timely data, paired with physical flow roadblocks and financial risk, may keep the full value out of reach for many.

The commodities industry is experiencing a surge in both complexity and scale. Shifting global economic conditions are creating new and promising opportunities―but may also present potential risks. International trading houses, whether dealing in energy, metals, or soft commodities, should consider expanding their influence and control over supply chains. Meanwhile, organizations with natural exposure and asset networks to manage commodities are seeking to extract more value from their operations.

With the anticipation of stricter regulations, financial constraints, price fluctuations, emerging resource nationalism, and intense competition, the ability to adapt and stay agile has become more critical than ever.

The gamechanger? Finding operating models, processes, and supporting data and technology that provide both transparency and the ability to capitalize on commodity flow for the enterprise.

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Challenges

  • Inadequate operating model to help empower decision-making authority and enhance commodity flow
  • Siloed organizational structures that limit visibility and communications across the commodity value chain
  • Untimely, nonstandard, and poor-quality data for critical factors of the commodity value chain (e.g., transactions, prices, inventory, transportation, financial derivatives, risk)
  • Lack of process and financial controls to safely capitalize on risk prevention opportunities

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Potential Benefits

  • Increased financial performance via the ability to enhance commercial decision-making across internal asset networks and external market participation
  • Improved cost of capital through increased control and understanding of risk and financial results
  • Reduced costs powered by resource efficiency gains and process automation
  • Improved control due to enhanced governance frameworks and monitoring capabilities

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We’ve got your back

As a leading provider of transaction and risk management solutions for commodities, Deloitte offers a full range of specialized services to help our clients address the strategic needs associated with managing the challenges of the commodity business:

  • Operations
  • Technology
  • Risk management
  • Regulations
  • Valuation
  • Data analytics
  • Accounting

Our team of experienced Commodity Trading Risk Management (CTRM) specialists provides value to clients in the following areas:

We have the knowledge and experience that counts. Connect with our CTRM professionals to learn more about our approach:

  • Outcomes-driven: actionable insights by serving the right resources and information at the right time to optimize commodity decision-making
  • Quality-oriented: high-performing and efficient operations by establishing a fit-for-purpose operating model and processes to control the business
  • Value-focused: flexible delivery and immediate impact with focus on quick time-to-value and ongoing value realization efforts
     

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Tom Lochbichler

Tom Lochbichler

Principal | Deloitte Risk & Financial Advisory

Tom is a Deloitte Advisory principal in Deloitte & Touche LLP’s Houston office, providing commodity trading and risk management (CTRM) systems consulting services to energy trading and marketing compa... More

Howard Friedman

Howard Friedman

Managing Director | Deloitte & Touche LLP

Howard is a managing director in Risk & Financial Advisory's Regulatory & Operations Risk market within Deloitte & Touche LLP offering with more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry. His... More

Sam Stuckey

Sam Stuckey

Managing Director | Deloitte Risk & Financial Advisory

As a leader in Deloitte's Commodity Trading & Risk Management (CTRM) practice, Sam assists clients in transforming their commodity management functions. He has a particular focus on commercial optimiz... More

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