GIS innovation wins asset management award
Nakuru Water and Sanitation Services Company (NAWASSCO) has received the Asset Management Award from Esri Eastern Africa in recognition of its outstanding adoption and application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in managing water and sanitation infrastructure.
The award highlights the company’s commitment to embracing modern technology to improve operational efficiency, strengthen infrastructure management and enhance the delivery of reliable water and sanitation services to communities.
Through the integration of GIS technology into its operations, NAWASSCO has improved its ability to monitor, manage and maintain its extensive infrastructure network while adopting more efficient and data-driven approaches to service delivery.
The company said the recognition reflects its continued investment in geospatial intelligence as a critical tool for transforming utility management and addressing emerging challenges in the water and sanitation sector.
By leveraging spatial technology, NAWASSCO has achieved greater visibility across its infrastructure network, enabling its technical teams to access accurate information about the location, condition and distribution of key assets.
The technology has also strengthened proactive maintenance planning by allowing the company to make informed decisions based on infrastructure data, helping identify potential operational challenges and prioritize maintenance activities.
Additionally, the adoption of GIS has streamlined field operations, improved coordination among technical teams and enhanced overall efficiency in managing water and sanitation infrastructure.
The recognition underscores the growing importance of digital transformation in Kenya’s water sector, where service providers are increasingly turning to innovative technologies to improve infrastructure monitoring, reduce operational inefficiencies and strengthen service delivery.
GIS technology allows water utilities to integrate geographical information with infrastructure records, providing a clearer understanding of their networks and supporting effective planning, maintenance and resource allocation.
For NAWASSCO, the award represents another milestone in its efforts to establish smarter and more resilient water management systems capable of responding to the changing needs of consumers.
The company attributed the achievement to the dedication of its employees and the continued support of its development partners, whose contributions have supported the adoption of innovative approaches to utility management.
NAWASSCO also expressed appreciation to Esri Eastern Africa for recognizing its efforts to integrate geospatial technology into infrastructure management.
The award further highlights the potential of technology-driven solutions to strengthen the performance of water service providers and improve the sustainability of essential public infrastructure.
As the company continues its digital transformation journey, it remains focused on leveraging innovation, strengthening asset management and improving operational efficiency to deliver sustainable water and sanitation services to the communities it serves.
