Water Values Podcast

A Fresh Take on Digital Transformation with Seth Johnstone


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Seth Johnstone, the Client Engagement Leader for Water Utility Digital Solutions at 1898 & Co., provides a fresh perspective on digital transformation at water utilities. Seth crushes this interview, and no matter how much you think you know about digital transformation, you will learn from taking a listen to Seth. Plus, Reese Tisdale kicks off another year of Bluefield on Tap with a Top 5 issues list. See if your issues list matches Reese’s list.

In this session, you’ll learn about:

  • Seth’s unique background in water
  • What an underwater archaeologist does
  • Seth’s thoughts on technology and workforce replacement
  • Seth’s awesome take on the essential function of technology for a utility
  • Why Seth believes most of what a utility does from an asset perspective is location-based
  • What the “laser guided shovel” is
  • Cybersecurity issues for utilities
  • The IT and OT cybersecurity issues and how to marry them together
  • Why utilities need to prepare for and respond to hyperlocal issues
  • Resources and links mentioned in or relevant to this session include:

    • Seth’s LinkedIn page
    • 1898 & Co.’s website
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