Coming Around To Big Data

Big Data is on the minds and lips of many water system managers, but how many utilities are actually utilizing it? Jason Carter, the Water Utility Innovation Leader at Arcadis, notes that the water industry is a bit behind, but he also sees a clear path forward — one where Big Data plays a central role in operations and, consequently, newfound efficiencies. In this Water Talk interview, Carter provides examples of how utilities can leverage data for improved operations, pinpoints the cost savings associated with Big Data, and forecasts the future in terms of adoption and implementation.