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Previous SECAS Webinars

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Security and Privacy Webinar with User CIO and Validation Experts: 23 November 2023

About: Join SECAS, the User CIO and the Security and Privacy Validation experts for an overview of the Security and Privacy assessment process, including sharing valuable tips and advice to help you prepare for your annual assessments.

This webinar is suited to those who are newer to the industry and the assessment process, all SEC Parties who undergo annual assessments are welcome to view for a refresher and engagement with the User CIO (Competent Independent Organisation) and the Validation Experts.

SEC Parties can access the slide deck here: Security and Privacy Webinar Slides - 23 November 2023 and the recording here.

SEC Change Webinar – MP253 ‘Traffic Management – User Actions Required’: 15 November 2023

This webinar was held by SECAS and took a deeper dive into MP253 ‘Traffic Management – User Actions Required’. This modification was raised to look at how we can manage specific events which can result in a high-volume traffic event occurring within the DCC System, such as regular price changes required to Smart Meters.

This session covered:

  • The background to the issue
  • The solution options ahead
  • The potential impacts for Parties
  • The proposed timeline for implementation

SEC Parties can access the slide deck here: SEC Change Webinar - MP253 ‘Traffic Management - User Actions Required’ Slide Deck and the recording here.

Transition to 4G: 7 November, 11-12pm

This webinar had SECAS and the Communications Transition Group (CTG) Chair, Jason Stevens cover an intro to the CTG and its purpose, an overview of the plan to transition to a 4G solution, what this means for SEC Parties and how to get involved. This session answered questions including: 

  • Why move to a 4G solution? 
  • What about 2G and 3G Comms Hub?  
  • What’s next for SEC Parties? 

SEC Parties can access the slide deck here: CTG Webinar slides v1.0 and the recording here.

Alternative Home Area Network (Alt HAN): Why it matters to you: 13 June 2023

This webinar covered Alt HAN, what it does and how it works with Suppliers to provide more consumers with the benefits of Smart Metering.

This gave a valuable overview of the Alt HAN and its products and services in one hour. The speakers covered:

  • Alt HAN Accession process
  • Supplier Contract
  • Recently released Metering Equipment Managers’ (MEM) use of Alt HAN services
  • Safe Launch activity
  • Crowded Meter Rooms pilot
  • A demonstration of the Alt HAN devices which really brings the devices to life!

SEC Parties can access the slide deck here: Alt HAN: Why it matters to you Slide Deck

Alt HAN: Why it matters to you? - webinar recording

 

Triage Facilities Workshop: 31 May 2023

SECAS and the User CIO hosted a workshop for Triage Facilities interested in undertaking security assessments to Triage SMETS2 devices in accordance with the guidelines detailed in the Triage Security Controls Framework.

This session included a presentation and Q&A session covering:

  • An introduction to the SECAS and User CIO teams
  • How to book in your initial Triage Security Assessment
  • What to expect from a typical Triage Security Assessment
  • An overview of the Smart Energy Code Section G where it applies to Triage Facility Providers
  • Additional questions from potential Triage Facility Providers

Introduction to the SEC: 25 May 2023

Are you new to your role in Smart Metering? Has your Party recently acceded to the SEC? This webinar offered SEC Parties the opportunity to build knowledge of the SEC and get to grips with the basics from SECAS.

SEC Parties can access the slide deck here: Introduction to the SEC May 2023 slide deck

If you have certain topics you’d like to see at future webinars, please contact the SECAS Helpdesk.

The SEC Website and its main Webpages & Features: 15 March 2023

SEC Parties were shown the key features of the SEC website and where to find key information.

P375 – Metering Behind the Boundary Point webinar: 6 December 2022

SEC Parties got to hear background information on the P375 Use Case and how a DCC-Managed and SMETS based solution could support them.

Intro to the SEC webinar: 4 October 2022

SEC Parties heard key information from SECAS, Alt HAN and the Smart Meter Device Assurance (SMDA) Scheme.

Alt HAN Co webinar: What Suppliers need to know – 19 July 2022

SEC Parties heard the latest key Alternative Home Area Network Company (Alt HAN Co) updates for Suppliers.

Annual SEC Panel Q&A webinar – 15 July 2022

SEC Parties put their questions to the SEC Panel and Sub-Committee Independent Chairs, learnt about highlights from the previous year and a look forward to the year ahead.

Introduction to the DCC webinar – 29 June 2022

SEC Parties found out who the DCC are, what they do and heard about the resources available to support you.

Intro to the SEC webinar: 17 May 2022

SEC Parties heard key information from SECAS, Alt HAN and the Smart Meter Device Assurance (SMDA) Scheme.

Open Modification Consultations webinar: 24 March 2022

This webinar offered the chance for to hear from the SEC Change Team on some of the modifications that were out for consultation at the time. This webinar followed on from feedback received at the Modification Proposer Guidance webinar on 16 February 2022.

Enrolment & Adoption: A Closer Look webinar: 21 March 2022

SECAS and Smart DCC provided a deeper dive into popular Enrolment & Adoption topics. The topics included known challenges and what Suppliers can do to help resolve them, Device specific behaviours and the differences between SMETS1 and SMETS2.

Export Metering webinar: 9 March 2022

This webinar offered SEC Parties the chance to hear from SECAS Technical Operations team members, who provided an overview of the way that Export Metering operates using the current Smart Metering architecture.

SEC Modification Proposer Guidance webinar: 16 February 2022 

SECAS explained how to propose SEC Modifications and provided an overview of the SEC Modifications process.

Smart DCC: Credit Cover webinar: 31 January 2022

SECAS and Smart DCC provided an overview of the Credit Cover process as detailed in the SEC, as well as in practice from a DCC perspective.

Security Assessment Guidance webinar: 28 January 2022

Security experts Shane Denny and Kwadwo Anim-Appiah provided a useful insight into the Validation Process for Security Assessments. You can hear about the key obligations that often trip up Users, and what to look out for in Management Responses to Observations raised.

Smart Energy GB: Engaging everyone on the journey to Britain’s smart future – November 2021

Smart Energy GB discussed their task of reaching all households and microbusinesses in Great Britain, research into consumer attitudes towards Smart Meters and an in-depth look at their current campaign featuring Albert Einstein.

Intro to the SEC – Back to Basics: 19 October 2021

SEC Parties heard the basics and useful information from SECAS, the DCC and Alt HAN.

Alt HAN Co – What Suppliers need to know: 28 September 2021

SEC Parties heard the Alt HAN Team explain the delivery approach, summarise progress made during 2021, the journey to being an Alt HAN user and why Suppliers should get on board with Alt HAN.

Annual SEC Panel Q&A: 16 July 2021

SEC Parties heard from the SEC Panel Chair regarding key activities over the past year and plans for the year ahead. SEC Parties were also able to put their questions to the SEC Panel.

Enrolment and Adoption – What you need to know: 24 June 2021

SEC Parties heard from the DCC and BEIS about the SMETS1 Meter Enrolment and Adoption process, as well as the DCC’s Early Life Support and the Dormant Meter migration process.

Intro to the SEC – Back to Basics: 11 March 2021

SEC Parties and applicants to the SEC got to hear the basics from SECAS, the DCC, BEIS and Ofgem.

Other SEC Parties – Meet your Panel representatives: 11 November 2020

Other SEC Parties were given the opportunity to hear from their SEC Panel representatives, Ash Pocock and Terry Jefferson, and learn about modification proposals that might impact them. They also had the chance to share their views on how they would like to be kept informed and engaged with SECAS and their Panel representatives.

Operational Metrics – What gets measured gets managed: 20 October 2020

The SECAS Technical Operations team’s Huw Exley and Joey Manners explain the Operations Group roles and responsibilities, the current operational reporting reviewed by the Operations Group and SEC Panel, examples of issues identified, and the solutions being implemented to reduce the impact on Users. Plus, an hear an update on Operational Metrics Review project and how the future of operational reporting may look.

Introduction to the SEC – Back to basics: 14 October 2020

Get to grips with the basics; how to engage with SECAS, the DCC and Smart Energy GB plus hear how the Retail Energy Code will impact the Smart Energy Code and how you can become more involved in SEC related matters.

Validating your Security Assessment in 2020 and Beyond: 22 September 2020

Hear our SECAS Security Experts explain the Security Assessments process and guidance, your Security obligations and Security Validation tips to help you avoid the common pitfalls.

Alt HAN Co – Maintaining Progress in 2020 and Beyond: 17 September 2020

The Alternative Home Area Network Company (Alt HAN Co) Managing Director, Paul Cooper explains the delivery approach, how progress has been maintained in 2020 in light of Covid-19, the journey to being an Alt HAN user and Why Suppliers should get on board with Alt HAN.

CodeWorks – The SEC at your Fingertips: 8 September 2020

Learn to use the key features of Codeworks, the Digital SEC, to find the information you need to fulfil your SEC obligations. Watch a demo and listen to the SECAS team answer your questions.

Annual SEC Panel Q&A Webinar 2020: 17 July 2020

The SEC Panel Chair, Peter Davies, presents an overview of progress and highlights from the previous year and a look forward to the year ahead. Plus meet the SEC Panel and hear their answers to the questions posed by SEC Parties.

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