America’s infrastructure is at a crossroads, and nowhere is this more evident than in the state of our drinking water systems. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) releases an…
Designing water distribution systems for small utilities—whether serving a rural community or a small town—requires careful planning to ensure safe, reliable water delivery that meets both regulatory standards and fire…
Hello everyone! I'm Tom Ballard, and today we’re diving into a crucial topic for small water utilities: predictive maintenance. This concept has become increasingly relevant as small utilities can…
Hello everyone, I’m Tom Ballard, the Groundwater Guy. Today, we’re diving into business process mapping—a vital part of business process management (BPM)—and how it can significantly benefit small water utilities.…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of water utilities, particularly for smaller systems serving fewer than 3,000 connections. In the face of increasing demands for operational efficiency, customer…
In the world of operational efficiency, understanding the difference between Best Management Practices (BMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) is crucial. Both play essential roles in improving operations, but…
For small water utilities, managing processes effectively is just as critical as managing physical assets. A Process Management Plan (PMP) is a structured document that outlines how critical processes will…
Welcome to an exciting exploration of how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing small utility operations. Today, we’ll dive deep into the insights shared by Joseph Blackman from Vendo Training…
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, have garnered significant attention due to their persistence in the environment and their potential health effects. While much of the focus has been…
In recent years, the agricultural sector has faced increasing scrutiny over the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in soils. These chemicals, often referred to as "forever chemicals,"…