Water

Water is foundational to the health and well-being of a community. This includes access to safe drinking water for consumption and hygiene, adequate water supplies for fighting fires, the effective treatment of wastewater for a cleaner environment, and the proactive management of stormwater to reduce flooding impacts.

At 1898 & Co., we focus on helping communities manage water, wastewater and stormwater needs efficiently and effectively by aligning use of technology with the business needs of the water industry.

We’re part of an organization that has been designing and building water systems for over 100 years, so we understand the regulatory requirements and technical challenges in managing and improving such critical infrastructure. Our business-driven approach to delivering technology solutions and capabilities that span the breadth of your organization will make the most of limited resources. This can include better preparing your workforce for future changes; streamlining your compliance-focused activities; improving overall organizational resiliency; optimizing decision intelligence across departments and workflows; and modernizing your approach to managing your water networks. We accomplish this by applying our industry-leading capabilities in enterprise systems, geospatial applications, business intelligence and analytics, digital project management office (PMO) rollouts, custom software development, industrial cybersecurity, water utility finance, and management consulting.

And that’s not all. We support your requirements for lead service line inventories using data governance strategies, mobile workforce planning, and spatial analysis and mapping. We build resilience into your operation through enterprise system integrations, cybersecurity planning and long-term financing strategies.

We put the resources of 1898 & Co. to work for you, applying the right mix of capabilities to address and solve your organization’s most pressing challenges.

Our Work

Exploring the Feasibility of Using Floating Solar for Innovative Ends

A Colorado water district wanted to look into the cost-effectiveness of using floating solar panels for renewable energy, water conservation and other objectives. Alongside potential benefits, a study highlighted challenges that temper the project’s prospects for economic viability.

Redesigned Water Rates for Joliet Illinois Pave Way for New Water Supply Resource

With a longtime water resource going dry, the city of Joliet embarked on a feasibility evaluation of new water supply options. After a due diligence period spanning several years, Joliet and five other neighboring Chicagoland communities will soon begin obtaining water from Lake Michigan.

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Insights & News

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Operational Disruption in OT Security: How Security Incidents Lead to Downtime and Operational Inefficiencies

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Control in the Face of Cybersecurity Chaos

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Burns & McDonnell Announces 2024 Principal Class

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Protecting OT Systems Against Russian Hacktivist Threats

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Digitizing Historical Records Is a Challenge Worth Addressing

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Building Smarter and Safer for What Lies Ahead

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Burns & McDonnell Announces Leadership Promotions to Help Guide and Shape Firm for Long-Term Future

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Coordinating Successful Utility GIS Projects

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Essentials of an Industrial Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Program

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Modernizing Network Management Bridges Physical and Digital Operations at Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Utilities

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Examine Track Record Before Committing to a Lenders Environmental and Social Consultant

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The High Cost of Safety Complacency: Failing to Plan Ahead for Disruptions

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1898 & Co. Launches Managed Threat Protection & Response Services to Improve Cybersecurity Resiliency for Critical Infrastructure

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Staying Ahead of Cyberthreats to Operational Technology Systems

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Addressing the Human Capital Side of Transformation

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Staying Breach-Ready During a Cybersecurity Labor Shortage

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Protecting Water and Wastewater Utilities With Critical Cybersecurity

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Perspectives on Utility Transformation

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Now More Than Ever, Critical Infrastructure Must Be Cybersecure

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How Water Utilities Can Use GIS Tools to Comply With Lead and Copper Rule

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Let’s Get to the Right Outcomes by Measuring Processes, Not People

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Regain Sponsor Focus by Measuring What Matters in Your Change Initiatives

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Shifting 3 Fundamental Elements of Culture Creates a New Environment

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Employing a Robust GIS Program to Comply With EPA's Lead and Copper Rule

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Rightsizing Your Risk: Understanding Stakeholder Exposure

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It Takes Courage to Push Past Boundaries for True Organizational Change

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Let’s Get Real About Federal Spending on Cybersecurity

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To Change Behavior, Reduce or Increase Friction

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1898 & Co. and Idaho National Laboratory Counter Cyber-Sabotage for Critical Infrastructure Industries Globally

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A Structured Approach Supports Proactive Asset Management

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1898 & Co. Partners With CyberSaint to Bring Cybersecurity Automation to Critical Infrastructure Assets

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Three Things We Can Do to Reduce Friction and Lessen the Pain of Change

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Affirmation and Japanese Philosophy Can Help Your Change Project

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A Few Pages From Agile Principles Can Be an Antidote to Change Weariness

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A Pragmatic Approach for Asset Management Planning

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Protection, Detection and Response Form Cornerstones of Cybersecurity

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Steps for Successful Migration to the Utility Network Model

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Why Long-Term Capital Planning Is Ripe for Digital Transformation

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Plugging Cybersecurity Leaks

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Increasing User Adoption of Business Intelligence

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Alert Calls for Action to Secure Critical Infrastructure OT Systems

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Choosing a Framework for Optimal Risk Management

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Automating Security Operations: SOAR Supports Integrated Cybersecurity

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Bridging the Gap: Benefits of a Business Continuity Plan

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PMO Technologies Keep Remote Project Teams Connected

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Implementing Compartmentalization Protects People and Enhances Security

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Mind the Gap: Resilience Goes Beyond Compliance

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Citizen Developers, Agile Methodology and People Change Management for Digital Transformation

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15 Organizational Leadership Lessons From the Super Bowl Champs

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Strategic Considerations for Modernizing OT Networks

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Designing for Data Quality

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An Up-to-Date Security Plan Brings Physical, Cyber Together

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AWIA Compliance: Assessing Risks, Developing Emergency Response Plans

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Applying Modern Data Acquisition for Construction Sites

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Our Services

Analytics & Business Intelligence

We deliver data analytics and business intelligence that is useful, intuitive and actionable, within the context of your industry.

Architecture & Infrastructure

We break down data silos, address data quality challenges and organize via architecture and infrastructure focused on accessibility for analytics and visualization.

Business Outcome Solutions

We help establish comprehensive operational technology (OT) cybersecurity programs that mitigate risk, protect investment and anticipate future needs.

Cybersecurity Executive Advisory Services

Our executive advisory services help you expand and manage your cyber programs in concert with broader business goals, seamlessly integrating with operations.

Design, Protect, Optimize

We support your critical infrastructure cybersecurity needs with design, protection and optimization services through all stages of your cybersecurity journey.

Enterprise Technology

Optimize your digital investments that support capital project delivery and operational platforms, such as geospatial and asset management systems.

Financing & Forecasting

We factor in a multitude of financial analyses and studies to build the fiscal base for forecasts that satisfies internal, external and public expectations.

Geospatial

We reveal keen insights by analyzing geospatial data and enabling access, visualization and understanding based on experience and innovative technologies.

People, Culture & Change

We help you establish a strong foundation based on the strengths of your people, your culture and the idea that change is a critical determinant of success.

Process & Performance Management

Our technical specialists guide owner/operators of critical infrastructure assets in evolving operations to enhance performance, optimize processes and commit to continuous improvement.

Project & Portfolio Management Systems

We provide in-depth, multidecade program management, project controls, engineering, design and construction business experience to manage capital projects.

Rate Design

Our consultants have led electric, water, wastewater and solid waste utilities through public and regulatory processes associated with rate design.