The article explores how tackling the management problems of the power systems of Russia affects both the quality and reliability of the electric power production. The basic criteria of supply chain reliability and efficiency, as determined by solving the minimizing function, are proposed along with consideration of minimizing costs for all structural units.

The article describes the general situation in the electric power industry of Russia before its reform, and after the creation of an open market. Analyses of the RF electric power system from a position of technological and economic efficiency, reliability of electrical supply and reduction of tariffs for end consumers.