Input Reference Column
Column Type = Text
The optional Input Reference column is used to easily apply generic risk variables. This column should be populated for any records used by the gr_ reference. The column is populated with a value that is multiplied by (1 + [generic risk draw]) for the final value used in each hour of the simulation.
When the Input Reference column is populated in this manner, the Maximum Value and Minimum Value columns in the Risk table are applied to the final result (i.e., the value of (Input Reference)*(1 + [Generic Risk Draw])) instead of to the risk draw itself as is normally the case. This method provides a way to limit the range of options for the final value.
NOTE: Specify inputs for any time period (annually, monthly, weekly, hourly, or sub-hourly). For information on specifying a variable's time series, see Entering a Time Series.
Input Reference Column
