While many organisations have taken steps to secure backup power, water resilience remains an overlooked yet critical factor in ensuring business continuity.

The Impact of Load Shedding on Businesses

Load shedding has been a persistent obstacle for South African enterprises. A recent survey by the South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) revealed that over 70% of businesses reported a serious or very serious impact on their operations due to power outages (BusinessTech). Additionally, research shows that load shedding costs the South African economy up to R900 million per day during Stage 6 outages (Nedbank Business).

The Emerging Threat of Water Shedding

Compounding the energy crisis is the growing issue of water supply interruptions. Reports highlight that parts of Johannesburg have experienced water cuts lasting up to 86 hours, severely disrupting both residential and commercial activities (African Business). Industries like manufacturing, hospitality, and healthcare, which rely heavily on consistent water supply, are particularly vulnerable.

The Imperative of Water Resilience

While businesses have become adept at mitigating the risks of load shedding, water resilience strategies are still lacking. Without access to water, operations can grind to a halt, impacting productivity, revenue, and even employee safety.

HYDRO: Safeguarding Business Continuity

To address these growing challenges, automated water storage systems like HYDRO offer a comprehensive solution designed to ensure business continuity under almost any circumstance.

HYDRO Provides:

• Automated Water Management: Ensures optimal water levels without manual intervention, reducing the risk of human error.
• Reliable Backup Supply: Maintains operations during municipal water outages, keeping businesses running smoothly.
• Integration with Alternative Sources: Seamlessly works with boreholes and other water sources to enhance supply security. Additionally, HYDRO can work from a borehole source and will control the refilling of tanks itself. This is contingent on the borehole source being properly purified by experts, as one cannot assume borehole water is safe for consumption.
• Resilient Performance During Power Outages: HYDRO is engineered to operate efficiently even when faced with power cuts:

This level of resilience ensures that businesses have continuous access to water, even under extreme conditions. HYDRO is more than just a backup system; it’s an integrated water resilience solution designed to meet the demands of South Africa’s challenging utility landscape.

Conclusion

In the face of South Africa’s dual challenges of load shedding and water shedding, businesses cannot afford to be reactive. Proactive water resilience strategies are no longer optional; they are essential.

Implementing automated water backup solutions like HYDRO is not just a precaution but a necessity for sustaining operations, safeguarding revenue, and ensuring the safety and productivity of employees.

Contact us today to learn how HYDRO can secure your business against water disruptions.