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How to load Energy Data

· 7 min read
Colin Hartley
Colin Hartley
ODSL and Fusion Creator

The data integration pattern

The ETL vs ELT debate has its merits, but for those of us in energy and commodity markets, it misses something fundamental. Both patterns treat transformation as a monolithic step, when in reality there are two very different kinds of work: enrichment and transformation. They are not the same thing, and conflating them creates real problems.

That's why we think the energy industry needs its own pattern: EELT — Extract, Enrich, Load, Transform.

Product v Platform

· 8 min read
Colin Hartley
Colin Hartley
ODSL and Fusion Creator

Why it matters

There's a moment every energy data manager remembers. A regulation changes with a 90-day deadline. A critical data source goes dark. A new trading partner needs integration and your vendor says "we can scope that, I'll have someone reach out about timeline." That's when you realize: you don't control your own infrastructure. Your vendor does.

And they're busy with someone else's emergency right now.

Forward Curve Insights - Time Spreads

· 4 min read
Dr. Anja Vinzelberg
Dr. Anja Vinzelberg
Head of Data Analytics

Decoding Forward Curves: Building Market Structure Intelligence with OpenDataDSL


In the fast-paced world of commodity and financial markets, forward curves are more than just price charts — they are rich, multi-dimensional tools that reveal market expectations, inventory pressures, and sentiment dynamics over time.

Whether you're trading oil, metals, or interest rate futures, understanding the shape and structure of the forward curve can provide a significant edge.

Data Driven Innovation

· 3 min read
Colin Hartley
Colin Hartley
ODSL and Fusion Creator

What is the OpenDataDSL Platform?

A platform that transforms operations by delivering intelligent data management, automated processes, and actionable insights that drive both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

A platform that has AI-powered data ingestion that adapts to changing formats and automated actions triggered by real-time performance thresholds.

Data Quality

· 4 min read
Dr. Anja Vinzelberg
Dr. Anja Vinzelberg
Head of Data Analytics

Are You Ready to Go Beyond the Basics?


In today’s data-driven landscape, the quality of your data is as critical as its quantity - if not more so. As someone deeply familiar with forward curve analytics , I recently came across an analogy that resonated strongly: "Big data is like crude oil - valuable only after it’s refined. Data quality methodologies are the refinery."

While I take great satisfaction in building smart forward curves and developing algorithms, the foundation of all meaningful analytics lies in one fundamental principle: data quality. To truly unlock the power of machine learning and analytics, you need to start with a foundation of high-quality data. OpenDataDSL gives you the structure, flexibility, and integration capabilities to make that possible.

Platform Extensions

· 4 min read
Simon Jackson
Simon Jackson
Operations Director

Where Does the Vendor Stop and the Client Start?

This blog lays out the problems with legacy, locked-down data management technology and services.

The solution is to use a true data management platform that empowers companies to create, enrich and extend their data experience with an extensible data management platform like OpenDataDSL.

Simple Portfolio

· 3 min read
Colin Hartley
Colin Hartley
ODSL and Fusion Creator

Manage Trading P&L

The latest OpenDataDSL platform release has a major new feature: Extensions

Extensions allow us, our partners and you to extend the platform portal, allowing you to create bespoke tools and functionality.

The blog focusses on a specific extension we have created which allows you to easily track profit and loss on trades you make.

Dataset Monitoring

· 5 min read
Colin Hartley
Colin Hartley
ODSL and Fusion Creator

Dataset Monitoring

The latest OpenDataDSL platform release has a major new feature: Dataset Monitoring

With Open Data DSL Data Monitoring, you get unprecedented transparency of your data pipeline with real-time updates and insights for data consumers.

What is it and why do you need it?

Buy or Build?

· 5 min read
Colin Hartley
Colin Hartley
ODSL and Fusion Creator

Starting a Data Management project?

Do you decide to buy from a software vendor or build from scratch?



Maybe there is a better way?

Precious Metals

· 3 min read
Dr. Anja Vinzelberg
Dr. Anja Vinzelberg
Head of Data Analytics

The Golden Connection: Exploring the Data-Rich World of Precious Metals

In a world of economic uncertainty and fluctuating markets, precious metals have often emerged as a safe haven for investors seeking stability and wealth preservation. The most widely recognized precious metals are gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, although other metals such as rhodium and iridium are also considered precious.