As the energy sector undergoes rapid digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a present-day competitive imperative. From generative AI enhancing forecasting and reporting to the emergence of agentic AI capable of autonomous decision-making, energy marketers and traders are on the cusp of an operational revolution.
But harnessing AI’s full potential isn’t just about deploying the right tools. It requires a proactive, organization-wide effort to build AI literacy, align use cases with business goals, and embed AI into day-to-day operations.
Why AI Upskilling Is No Longer Optional
Early adopters of AI in energy trading are poised for faster insights and improved risk control which can lead to higher margins. The gap between AI-enabled organizations and laggards will widen—especially in fast-moving markets like ERCOT, CAISO and others.
Upskilling isn’t just about keeping up—it’s about staying ahead.
Contrary to fears, AI is not about replacing expertise but enhancing it. Traders, analysts, and operations professionals who understand how to collaborate with AI systems—whether for scenario analysis, portfolio optimization, or automated settlement reconciliation—will be empowered, not displaced.
Training your people to be “AI-literate” is the key to unlocking real productivity gains.
AI projects often stall when siloed within IT or disconnected from business priorities. Upskilling ensures front, middle, and back-office teams understand what AI can (and can’t) do—and how it supports their goals.
This shared understanding is crucial to identifying high-impact use cases, ensuring adoption, and avoiding wasted investment.
MidDel’s Approach: Piloting AI Use Cases that Deliver Value
At MidDel Consulting, we help energy trading organizations bridge the gap between curiosity and execution when it comes to AI.
Our process focuses on strategic experimentation with real business impact:
✅ 1. Assess Readiness and Identify High-Value Opportunities
We start with an evaluation of your current commercial operations, data landscape, and business challenges. Then we identify targeted use cases where AI—generative or agentic—can drive measurable outcomes.
Common candidates include:
✅ 2. Design and Deploy a Pilot
We don’t recommend massive overhauls—we advocate for agile, high-impact pilots. A MidDel-led pilot typically includes:
Our team has deep industry experience and knows how to translate business needs into AI outcomes.
✅ 3. Upskill Teams Along the Way
We integrate upskilling into every project—so your people don’t just benefit from the AI; they learn to wield it.
Whether it’s prompt design for generative AI, monitoring logic for agentic workflows, or data quality practices for model training, we help teams build confidence and capability.
Let’s Build Your AI-Enabled Trading Organization—Together
The energy trading landscape is being reshaped by technology and AI is moving at unprecedented speed. Those who embrace the shift, invest in upskilling, and build practical AI capabilities will lead the pack—not just in performance, but in adaptability and resilience.
At MidDel Consulting, we bring the energy expertise and digital acumen to help you unlock AI’s potential, starting with the right people and the right pilot.
Ready to take the first step?
Visit middelconsulting.com or contact us at rgoodman@middelgrp.com to schedule a conversation.
