The implementation of information technology (IT) in the dynamic management of coal demand and supply processes

The article presents a methodological approach that encompasses the conceptualisation of a design idea and the implementation of an information technology (IT)-based solution to support models developed for energy mix management. It identifies the key elements that influence the definition and subsequent creation of an IT solution, focusing on processes that reflect both the demand (coal demand) and supply sides. In terms of the supply side, the IT solution will be equipped with planning information: Regarding minable resources, including general data on the resources currently held and the planned annual resources to be mined (qualitative data will not be included) The mining plans for each mine are accompanied by qualitative data (data that are standardised to ensure the quality of the production data collected. In addition to mining plans, the supply side will have up-to-date information on coal already mined. This information will be presented in quantitative and qualitative terms at various stages of the product life cycle, which begins with the mining of raw coal and ends with the formation of a finished product that can be sold and transported to the customer. The article indicates the key elements that must be precisely defined for the correct definition of processes on the demand side and the supply side, and in what order actions should be taken by IT specialists so that this solution fully satisfies the teams managing the processes dynamically.