A Fresh Take on Digital Transformation with Seth Johnstone

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 Thank You! Thanks to each of you for listening and spreading the word about The Water Values Podcast! Keep the emails coming and please rate, review and subscribe to The Water Values Podcast on Apple Podcasts if you haven’t done so already. And don’t forget to tell your friends about the podcast and whatever you do, don’t forget to join The Water Values mailing list!