Optimizing Control & Maintenance
Using Data Analytics in Urban Water
Supply
Business Analytics Report – Water Utility Company
Prepared by: Analytics Team
Slide 1: Project Overview & Objectives
🎯 Objective:
Develop a data-driven framework to improve maintenance efficiency, reduce operational costs,
and enhance service reliability.
📌 Focus Areas:
- Predictive Maintenance
- Real-time Monitoring
- Asset Lifecycle Optimization
🏆 Key Benefits:
- Reduced system downtime
- Prioritized repair operations
- Proactive detection of anomalies
Slide 2: Data Definition & Indicators
📊 Key Indicators for Monitoring & Optimization:
Indicator Unit Purpose
Pipe Pressure PSI Identify leaks and pressure
drops
Water Flow Rate Liters/second Spot abnormal consumption
or pipe bursts
Valve Status Logs Open/Close Time Track delayed or
malfunctioning valve
operations
Pump Vibration mm/s Predict mechanical failures
Maintenance Logs Records Track costs, activities, time
taken
Sensor Uptime % Ensure reliability of
monitoring network
Slide 3: Data Sources & Collection Devices
📥 Data Sources & Technologies:
- IoT Sensors (Pressure, Flow, Vibration): Installed across the pipeline and plant system.
- SCADA Systems: Centralized supervisory system for data aggregation.
- Mobile Apps for Technicians: Log maintenance tasks and observations.
- GIS Mapping: Spatial mapping of infrastructure.
- Historical Databases: Legacy logs and repair records.
🕒 Collection Frequency:
- Real-time: Sensor data (flow, pressure, vibration)
- Daily: Sensor status, technician input
- Monthly: Summary maintenance reports, cost trends
Slide 4: Data Value & Use Cases
💡 Use Cases Enabled by Data Analytics:
- Predictive alerts for pipe bursts or pump failures
- Real-time leak detection & localization
- Automated maintenance scheduling based on asset condition
- Workforce optimization and route planning
- Resource usage prediction and budget planning
📈 Data Value Assessment:
Value to the business: 5/5 – Enables efficiency, safety, and cost control
Availability of data: 4/5 – Sensor network in place, some integration needed
Slide 5: Priority Actions & Framework Overview
🚀 Priority Actions:
1. Integrate IoT and SCADA data into central analytics dashboard
2. Set up automated anomaly detection models (e.g., outlier-based alerts)
3. Train field teams on digital tools for real-time logging
4. Develop BI dashboards for predictive maintenance and risk zones
5. Establish KPIs (e.g., MTTR, leak frequency, pressure deviation rate)
🔁 Visual Framework:
SENSORS ➝ DATA LAKE ➝ ANALYTICS ENGINE ➝ DASHBOARDS ➝ ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS ➝
FIELD ACTION