SCOTTISH Water has announced NTI Group as its implementation partner for a new common data environment (CDE) platform.
The initiative will support Scottish Water’s transition to its next multi-billion pound delivery plan period.
NTI will work with the utility to deliver a CDE platform utilising Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) software. The platform will act as a centralised, cloud-based digital hub for collecting, managing and sharing information across all project stakeholders.
The system will connect workflows, teams and data from design through to handover, supported by advanced tools for document management, coordination, field execution, and analytics.
Key benefits of the new software are said to include faster and more cost-effective project delivery; improved collaboration and access to information; support for innovative solutions and model-based delivery; real time access to data, approvals, and updates; and scalability to support digital maturity.
Chris Toop, director of digital and innovation at Scottish Water, said, “Scottish Water requires a robust CDE platform to support the delivery of the large capital investment plan for our next Business Plan delivery period, enabling us to work efficiently across our design, construction and operational workflows. This will allow us to embrace industry bestpractice technology to drive design and construction efficiencies, while ensuring Scottish Water centrally retains ownership of project and asset data and information.”
Rory Harpur, Autodesk Sales Director UK & Ireland at NTI, added, “NTI are proud to partner with Scottish Water on the rollout of Autodesk Construction Cloud, supporting their ambition to create a more connected, data-driven approach to project delivery. By bringing together people, processes, and trusted information on a single platform, this will help improve visibility, consistency, and collaboration across programmes, enabling better decision-making and long-term value for Scottish Water and their supply chain.”
