As we begin to move towards a more integrated future with technology as the key driver, many businesses are still hesitant to utilise technologies such as the cloud for key data and control systems. With this, the raise of cyber risk as a growing menace has led to growing evidence of water utilities coming under increasing risk from both criminals and even state sponsored terrorism. Within this paradigm we explore the innovative technologies that are overcoming the new boundaries of thought, and we ask what practical steps can businesses and utilities take to safeguard facilities and customer details from cyber security risks?
