I am seeking water professionals with expertise in Demand Side Management strategies to speak at a professional conference titled: Water Demand Side Management GCC taking place in Dubai 16 & 17 November 2015. The theme of the event is Implementing performance enhancing SMART network solutions to optimise water consumption and improve water sustainability. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION AT THE EVENT WILL INCUDE: Water network asset management Strategy and policy to drive improvement in demand side management in the GCC Irrigation control and systems to reduce wastage Strategy and policy to drive improvement in demand side management in the GCC SMART grid approaches, improving management of water through use of smart meters and devices Defining the business case and value of implementing SMART solutions Utilising recycled and treated waste water as a part of an integrated network efficiency strategy Considering the value of implementation of automation of systems and reporting to improve efficiency Overcoming the challenges of integrating smart meters and systems into existing infrastructure Understanding the drivers for change and the required regulation to support positive improvement in network management Collecting data that will support analysis of problem areas and required investment Identifying and repairing leaks and network issues to reduce wastage and moving beyond implementation of solutions to a process that provides analysis Insight and data to support decision making and investment strategy Asset management strategies Case study examples showcasing best practice in transfer stations and automation of distribution networks Overcoming the challenges of integrating smart meters and systems into existing infrastructure Understanding the drivers for change and the required regulation to support positive improvement in network management If you think you may have expertise to share I would be delighted to hear from you. I am a professional Event Director with a specialism in working within the water and utilities sector.