Utility Management

  1. Likelihood Of Failure: Machine Learning Pipe Failure Prediction 10/21/2026

    Age, material, and break history explain only part of why pipes fail. Scoring every segment on failure probability over one to five years points replacement capital toward the weakest pipe.

  2. AI Governance Policy Starter Template 10/9/2026

    Water and wastewater utilities need a governance baseline before adopting AI. Human accountability, data limits, and a three-answer decision posture offer a starting point, while showing where site-specific work begins.

  3. From AI Ambition To Execution: The Power Of An AI Master Plan 10/9/2026

    Retirements are pulling undocumented operational knowledge out of utilities. A phased AI plan can keep that expertise accessible, but only with the right data, security, and context underneath.

  4. Smart Irrigation: How Digital Tools Help Cities And Growers Save Water 10/9/2026

    Fixed schedules and rigid controls waste water on farms and in city parks. Integrated data from sensors, forecasts, and satellites enable more responsive irrigation, though adoption faces real obstacles.

  5. Why OT Cybersecurity In Water Treatment Starts Before Design 9/14/2026
    Growing connectivity, new regulations, and long-term operational requirements are pushing cybersecurity decisions into the earliest stages of industrial project design.
  6. PFAS Funding Is Flowing — But Does The Water Sector Have Enough People To Deliver It? 9/4/2026
    For several years, the PFAS conversation has centered on treatment options, testing, and funding. Those factors still matter, but they are no longer the primary constraint. Most utilities already understand the treatment routes available to them; the real challenge now is moving from technical possibility to operational performance, and that depends entirely on people.
  7. SWAN Corner: From Compliance To Resilience — Practical Lessons In OT Recovery For Water Utilities 7/10/2026
    Water and wastewater utilities have become attractive targets for cybercriminals and state-sponsored actors. CISA has repeatedly warned that drinking water and wastewater systems are vulnerable because they often lack the resources and technical capacity to adopt rigorous cybersecurity practices. The question is no longer whether your utility will face a cyber incident, but when — and whether you will be ready.
  8. Emerging Technologies In Municipal Water Treatment: Trends And Challenges For Utility Operators 5/1/2026
    The technology landscape for municipal water and wastewater treatment spans everything from inline water quality monitoring to industrial waste reuse program integration. Each category brings measurable operational benefits and real implementation hurdles. Here’s what operators need to know.
  9. Justifying Digital Investment In Water Treatment Software: A CFO's Perspective 3/23/2026

    For CFOs, digital design investment delivers measurable ROI: lower design costs, higher asset quality, reduced risk, and talent efficiency, all quantified across the full capital programme lifecycle.

  10. How Water Utilities Can Foster Change — And Prioritize People 3/13/2026

    Water and wastewater utilities are under pressure. Aging infrastructure, rapid population growth, and a retiring workforce are just a few of the challenges they face. Where do utilities turn for solutions? While technology solutions and new tools take center stage, a critical piece is often overlooked: the people.