Fusion System Case Study

Optimizing Global Energy Trading Operations

Client Background

China International United Petroleum & Chemicals Co., Ltd. (UNIPEC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sinopec Group. As one of the world’s largest crude oil traders, UNIPEC handles nearly half of China’s crude oil imports. Faced with the complexities of the international energy market, UNIPEC required a comprehensive and efficient trading management system.

Challenges

Lack of a unified management platform for global operations

Data inconsistencies across multiple systems affecting decision-making efficiency

Inefficient complex cross-border trading and settlement processes

Insufficient real-time risk management capabilities, increasing market risk

Difficulty in meeting evolving international regulatory requirements

Fusion System Solution

UNIPEC implemented the Fusion system as its global trading management platform. The implementation process included

Deploying a comprehensive business management system covering front, middle, and back office operations

Consolidating all trading data into Fusion's central database

Implementing real-time risk management and mark-to-market P&L calculations

Configuring automated cross-border settlement processes

Setting up reporting templates compliant with international regulatory requirements

Core Functionalities

  • Physical trade entry and execution
  • Futures trading management
  • Real-time risk exposure calculation
  • Global inventory and logistics management
  • Automated settlement processes
  • Compliance report generation

Client Feedback

“UNIPEC's management stated: "The Fusion system has transformed our global trading operations. It has not only improved our operational efficiency but also provided us with unprecedented business insights. Now, we can respond to international market changes faster and with more confidence, which is crucial in the volatile energy market.”
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X-Ray System Case Study

Driving Data-Driven Decisions for PetroChina International

Client Background

PetroChina International Co., Ltd. (PetroChina International) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) and a major player in global crude oil and derivative product trading. Facing an increasingly complex international energy market, PetroChina International needed robust data analysis capabilities to support decision-making.

Challenges

Data scattered across multiple systems, difficult to integrate and analyze

Lack of real-time market insights affecting trading decisions

Inability to effectively predict market trends and risks

Time-consuming report generation, hindering timely decision-making

Heavy reliance on the IT department for data analysis, limiting business units' ability to conduct in-depth analysis independently

X-Ray System Solution

PetroChina International deployed the X-Ray system as its core data analysis platform. The implementation process included

Integrating multi-source data to establish a unified data lake

 

Developing custom analytical models and real-time dashboards

Implementing market prediction and risk alert mechanisms

Configuring automated report generation processes

Providing data analysis training for business users

Core Functionalities

  • Multi-source data integration
  • Real-time market analysis
  • Predictive model development
  • Automated report generation
  • Self-service data analysis

Results

Data Integration and Accessibility

Successfully integrated major internal data sources and key external data ; Significantly reduced data retrieval time from days to minutes

Real-time Market Insights

Established real-time market analysis dashboards covering major traded commodities ; Significantly improved trading decision speed, enhancing profitability

Predictive Analytics Capabilities

Developed multiple key predictive models, improving forecast accuracy ; Effectively predicted major market fluctuations in advance, significantly reducing risk exposure

Report Automation

Automated generation of most routine reports, saving substantial manpower ; Management can access up-to-date analysis reports anytime, improving decision-making efficiency

Self-service Analytics

Most business analysis needs can now be fulfilled independently by business units ; Significant increase in data-driven innovative ideas, driving business growth

Client Feedback

PetroChina International’s senior management commented: “The X-Ray system has revolutionized the way we leverage data. It not only enables us to grasp market trends faster and more accurately but also opens up new avenues for data-driven innovation. In the rapidly changing international energy market, X-Ray has become an indispensable decision support tool for us.”

Summary

By deploying the X-Ray system, PetroChina International successfully transformed its vast data into actionable business insights. The system’s powerful analytical capabilities, flexible customization options, and intuitive user interface have enabled PetroChina International to maintain a competitive edge in the complex global crude oil trading market. The X-Ray system has not only improved operational efficiency but also provided strong support for the company’s strategic decision-making and innovation, becoming a key driver in PetroChina International’s digital transformation.

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