Data that delivers: smarter strategies for stronger outcomes

The water industry needs bold shifts in how data is harnessed and how partnerships are built. In AMP8, smart metering and sensor success starts and ends with outcomes, shaping everything from hardware choices to connectivity protocols and vendor contracts.

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Mind the connectivity gap

Water companies face the challenge of delivering significant outcomes within tight timeframes, making robust connectivity more crucial than ever. Experts agree that reliable connectivity is vital to the future of UK utilities, serving as the backbone for innovation and enabling smarter, more efficient operations.

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of utility leaders strongly agree that connectivity for operational technology is a critical foundation for smart network operations

84% agree that connectivity is a critical foundation for digitalisation
74% agree that connectivity is a critical foundation for decarbonisation

But leaders lack connectivity confidence

But there’s a gap. While water company leaders recognise the need for connectivity in their smart operations, they often lack the confidence to implement it effectively and are missing valuable expertise and resources.

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understand their future connectivity needs

81% expect their connectivity requirements to change significantly in the next 5 years.
31% believe they have the resources to manage their future connectivity needs.

The biggest obstacle to successful AMP8 smart operations is overcoming this connectivity gap

Technology, connectivity, and data decisions are all interconnected. Your technology is only effective if it’s transmitting data, and that data is only valuable if it’s highly accurate, reliable, and consistently available. For that, you need strong, robust connectivity. For successful programme rollouts that meet targets, water companies must close the connectivity gap.

“It is crucial that companies look after their water and wastewater
networks responsibly, and provide resilient services in the short and long
term…There are real opportunities to improve operation and maintenance through innovation, such as by using smart networks, artificial intelligence, and open data.”

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Building a sustainable water future, together.

As the UK’s number 1 smart water metering infrastructure provider, we’ve successfully completed 2 million smart water installations. Through these large-scale initiatives, we’ve learned what’s important, what works and what doesn’t – and now, we’re sharing those insights with you.

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  1. Plan connectivity and technology together and bridge the gap.
  2. Maximise your chances of achieving meaningful outcomes, now and in the long-term.
  3. Guarantee meaningful value in your data.
  4. Partner with outcome-focused suppliers who share performance accountability.






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