Glossary

Desktop audits, CVA and SVA inspections become mandatory

The Performance Assurance Board (PAB) has recently announced changes to the mandatory status of Desktop Audits, Central Volume Allocation and Supplier Volume Allocation onsite Inspection Visits.

Desktop Audits and CVA onsite Inspection Visits

At its May 2021 meeting, the Performance Assurance Board (PAB) agreed recommendations for TAM Desktop Audits and CVA onsite Inspection Visits to become mandatory from Monday 5 July 2021.

All TAM activities have been operating on an optional basis throughout the COVID-19 national lockdown.

SVA onsite Inspection Visits

At its May 2021 meeting, the PAB agreed recommendations for TAM SVA onsite Inspection Visits to become mandatory one month following the removal of all national lockdown measures.

Following the UK government’s announcement, delaying the removal of national lockdown measures until Monday 19 July 2021, the date at which SVA onsite Inspection Visits will become mandatory has been revised to Monday 16 August 2021.

About the PAB

The Performance Assurance Board (PAB) is appointed by, and reports to the BSC Panel. The PAB is responsible for the following Performance Assurance Techniques.

Changes to TAAMT service

Elexon and the Technical Assurance Agent (TAA) are pleased to announce the release of the TAAMT2 digital platform on Monday 5 July 2021.

Technical Assurance Agent Management Tool (TAAMT) log in screen
Technical Assurance Agent Management Tool (TAAMT) log in screen

TAAMT2 will maintain the same core functionality as the current TAAMT system, but with a number of new features and a brand new modern look and feel.

If you have any feedback about the TAAMT tool or want to influence how it evolves, please contact the TA Metering team.

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