Case Study: Welsh Water
Welsh Water uses mobile data to assess water demand
Reducing leakage is a major challenge for utility companies across the UK.
In 2019, Dwr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW) engaged Citi Logik to understand the opportunities that mobile phone network data may offer to reveal the true level of water demand and potential areas of leakage.
A summary:
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Proof of concept
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Overcome limitations of census data
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Use mobile network data to understand theoretical demand at specific times
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Analyse transient population movements
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Impact of Covid-19
"Citi Logik is recognised by government departments around the world for its innovative work in using Vodafone mobile data for transport planning. It has made them a natural partner for us as we embark on making innovative change in a regulated market."
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Analyse transient population movements
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Create theoretical demand predictions
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Reduce water waste
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Understand the impact of population movement on infrastructure