Hydraulic modelling, once confined to the realms of planning, is now emerging as a cornerstone of operational management in the water sector. As utilities grapple with mounting pressures to modernize and optimize their networks, the integration of these models with broader systems such as SCADA, work order management, and real-time decision support platforms is becoming indispensable.
On Tuesday, December 17 at 11:00 GMT (12:00 CET), Autodesk and Idrostudi will host a webinar to address this urgent need, showcasing how advanced tools like InfoWorks WS Pro, integrated within the iWG platform, are revolutionizing water management. This session, part of the Autodesk Water Webinar Series by Smart Water Magazine, follows the success of the November 27 webinar on blue-green stormwater management, which drew over 400 professionals from across the globe.
Bridging the gap between planning and operations
The webinar, titled "From Planning to Practice: Integrated Hydraulic Models in the Digital Twin", promises to demonstrate how hydraulic models, traditionally used for network planning, are now evolving to support real-time decision-making. By making these tools accessible through intuitive web-based interfaces, even non-modelling professionals can harness their power.
Autodesk and Idrostudi will delve into the integration of hydraulic models with other critical systems, illustrating how this approach can unlock new efficiencies and improve resilience. The focus will be on the transformative role of digital twins—virtual replicas of physical systems that allow utilities to simulate, analyze, and optimize their operations like never before.
A collaboration of industry leaders
The event will feature insights from Francesca Zanello and Elia Zanelli of Idrostudi, alongside Luca Serena of Autodesk. Attendees can expect a deep dive into:
- Real-time decision-making with InfoWorks WS Pro and iWG.
- The role of integration with SCADA and other platforms.
- Simplifying complex functionalities for wider accessibility.
A new era for water utilities
Autodesk, a global leader in design and engineering software, has cemented its position as a key player in water sector innovation since acquiring Innovyze in 2021. With expertise spanning architecture, construction, and hydrological modelling, Autodesk is helping utilities worldwide navigate the digital transformation.
Idrostudi, with over two decades of experience in hydraulic engineering and applied research, is one of Europe’s leading firms in water resource management and digital transformation. Known for its work on sustainable water systems and hydraulic risk mitigation, the company’s collaboration with Autodesk represents a meeting of cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise.
Why it matters
The global water industry faces an investment gap of $1.9 trillion by 2030 to modernize its infrastructure. Tools like digital twins offer a way to bridge this divide, allowing utilities to optimize resources, enhance decision-making, and adapt to growing challenges.
This webinar is a timely opportunity for water professionals to understand how these tools are reshaping the industry. With free registration and simultaneous translation, it is accessible to a worldwide audience eager to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Register now
Join Autodesk, Idrostudi, and a global community of water experts on December 17 to explore how hydraulic modelling and digital twins are redefining the future of water utilities. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this critical conversation.
