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Austin Morris
- managing partner, energy solutions
- consulting services
- 713-208-7905
- austin.morris@sungard.com
Austin Morris is managing partner of the energy practice at SunGard Consulting Services. His experience spans most sectors of the energy industry and he is recognized for the depth and breadth of his industry knowledge. Mr. Morris has a particular interest in energy trading and risk management solutions. He has assisted customers in developing business and IT strategies, optimizing business processes and implementing systems that efficiently support a company's operations.
Context
Austin Morris is the leader of the energy practice within SunGard Consulting Services. He has business and technology experience in trading, marketing, risk management, operations, utilities, customer information systems and other areas within the energy industry. He has strong relationships with many large, integrated energy companies, utilities and financial services organizations that participate in commodities trading. Mr. Morris frequently speaks at events around the country and is often sought out by customers to provide advice on the strategies, technologies and processes that will best serve their operations.
Commentary
The energy industry has gone through significant shifts over the past few years with economic, market structure and regulatory changes happening in multiple countries and their respective energy markets. These changes include: increased global demand, risk of global supply, geo-political issues, regulatory changes, new entrants in trading by financial services players and hedge funds, counterparty credit risk, environmental concerns, rapidly changing financial trading instruments and price volatility. As a result, energy companies are seeking new ways to be more competitive, manage risks, improve business processes and leverage technology. The energy practice at SunGard Consulting Services develops custom business and technology solutions to help customers achieve those goals.