The digitisation of the water industry has been front of mind for many utilities lately, with a surge of technological advancements now available. But what do these new technologies actually mean for the day-to-day operations of Australian water utilities? One key factor is network visibility. If you can see what is happening across your entire network, it’s easier to plan, predict and manage your assets and services, and the best way to do this is through the cloud. A recent

The water industry is becoming increasingly more efficient thanks to interconnected grids and cloud-based operations, as well as the Internet of Things (IoT). However, the same digital technologies and data that are increasing efficiencies could also pose a significant risk to water utilities’ critical infrastructure and operations if they are not adequately protected. Despite the overwhelming benefits, the increase in digital technologies in the water industry has created an

Queensland and New South Wales are in the middle of a severe drought. In addition to agricultural and economic impacts, drought can significantly affect water quality. Utilities need to know the quality of the water that is going into their treatment plants as low-quality water can often mean increased operating costs. As of October 2018, 58.1 per cent of Queensland is declared in drought, while in NSW, 49.5 per cent is in drought, 30.5 per cent is drought-affected, and 18.7

Using data to see what is happening across an entire water network is regarded as the next frontier for Australia’s water utilities; the next step in a high tech future. However, the future is already here. Data capture and real-time water quality information is already being implemented and is changing the way water utilities operate. Here’s what you need to know to ensure your organization doesn’t get left behind in the data revolution. Current challenges for the water indu