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In this episode, we talk with Colby Manwaring, an expert in water management and Vice President of Innovyze at Autodesk about how digital technology is transforming the way water systems are designed, analyzed, simulated, and managed as well as how risks are mitigated. We also explore the advantages of using digital twins to enhance performance and decision-making across an asset’s lifecycle.
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Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Colby:
- Can you tell us more about Innovyze and its role in the water industry, and what aspects of the industry they focus on?
- What are some of the biggest challenges facing the fresh water supply today?
- How are water utilities utilizing digital technology to address the challenges facing freshwater supply?
- How does the challenge of digitizing a water system compare to the challenge of digitizing systems in other industries?
- What are digital twins and how can they be utilized to enhance decision-making processes and optimize performance?
- Can you explain how your team’s model of Jackson’s water distribution network is being used to identify issues within the system?
- What are some challenges that come with building these models, and how do you overcome them?
- What technological advancements do you predict will be the most significant in the field of water management in the future?
- How can geotechnical engineers ensure that the adoption of technological advances in water management is done ethically and sustainably to address water challenges?