As specialists in both water and technology, our unique perspective brings together water expertise and ground-breaking data analysis techniques to provide new insights for our clients to help address the biggest challenges facing the water industry.
In April 2025, the water industry entered the latest regulatory period, AMP8. The challenges that we face as an industry are significant, specifically around combined sewer overflows (CSOs) and leakage. Not only that, but we’ll be seeing far more data coming into the sector than ever before, ranging from enterprise data management systems measuring discharges into rivers, as well as enhanced leakage data and ever-increasing numbers of household smart meters.
It’s going to be interesting to see how we push forward with these challenges into the near future. One thing is certain, we’ll need to have an understanding on how to use this data in different ways, and make sure that we use it to meet the challenges that we have as we go towards 2030.
Specialists in the water industry
Tetra Tech is an industry leader in asset management, wastewater analytics, and leakage—some of the areas that are going to be the biggest drivers of change within AMP8. The innovations that we’ve been working on for the last 30 years means that we’ve got that experience and expertise to be able to drive forward the changes that are needed. Our expertise brings together both water and digital solutions and is vital for interpreting the large amounts of data we have on hand. At Tetra Tech, we leverage a deep bench of global digital water expertise with decades of experience in the UK using digital solutions to support our clients to make better decisions more quickly.
Digital integrator: Where water and technology flow together
Our digital integrator concept combines traditional water expertise with technology. It applies robust understanding of data to leverage the most recent ground-breaking techniques for analysis, providing our clients with insights and sustainable solutions.
Software that solves real problems
Our solutions go beyond conventional approaches and are not simply off-the shelf packages. We utilise our experience and expertise in the water industry to develop bespoke, innovative tools that address the unique challenges faced by water professionals.
Scalable and accessible SaaS tools
In the dynamic landscape of the water industry, software as a service (SaaS) solution have emerged as game-changers, offering unprecedented flexibility and efficiency. Our SaaS software is meticulously crafted to meet the unique demands of the water sector, providing scalable and accessible tools for enhanced performance. We craft our SaaS tools to provide clients with access to the tools in the field, and flexibility of service to adapt to specific technical needs.
Industry-leading data and software specialists
We provide professional data and software development services delivering custom, world-class solutions on a variety of technology platforms. By combining a broad range of technical and industry expertise with a commitment to client deliverables, we are a leader in software development for our UK water clients.
Water operational technology and cybersecurity
With the implementation of robust cybersecurity measures including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols, the water industry can defend against unauthorised access, data breaches, and cyber-attacks. Regular audits, monitoring, and updates are essential to ensure the resilience of water systems. By prioritising cybersecurity, Tetra Tech helps our clients maintain the reliability and integrity of operational technologies, preventing disruptions and safeguarding the essential resource of water.
Bringing together leading experts
At Tetra Tech, our global strengths bring together expertise not only from the UK but also from wider fields in the U.S. and Australia, which means that we get the best quality analysis. Looking at different data sets, we can understand the way that people are using water, the way that CSOs impact different areas of the world, and how things can be brought together to ensure that we have the best quality solutions. Tetra Tech’s digital systems and automation capabilities further enhance our ability to develop and customise tools that work for our clients and the environments in which they work.
About the author
Dr. Joseph Sanders
Joe has over 15 years’ experience working in the water industry as an academic, water company employee, and consultant.
He is a technical director in the UK focused on clean water in the areas of asset management, leakage, water resources, and network optimisation. He has extensive knowledge of leakage assessment, reporting, and calculation techniques. His experience includes network failure and consequence modelling and developing cost benefit optimisation of water network strategies for both capital and operation interventions. He recently co-authored the UK Water “A Leakage Routemap to 2050”, setting out the needs of the industry for the next 25 years. He is a chartered engineer and water and environmental manager. Joe is a Fellow of CIWEM and sits on their Water Resources Panel.