As the mercury shoots up, our cities are again faced with the perennial problem of crippling water scarcity. In this crisis, water tankers are the default go-to for every housing society. However, managing this seasonal demand can be challenging for community managers. With surging prices, tanker management includes keeping track of costs, checking consumption, and planning for future requirements. 

The water challenge

Ideally, water supply should be managed by municipal bodies. However, a host of factors – from depleting groundwater to over-consumption – have left these bodies unable to meet the requirements. The challenge is exacerbated in summers when demand further surges. This leaves housing societies with no alternative but to hire water tankers. 

Yet, this comes with its challenges, including:  

• Anticipating the amount of shortfall in terms of both time and volume.
• Keeping a database of reliable tanker suppliers.
• Track overall water consumption.
• Track water supplied by tankers.
• Tracking movement of tankers within premises.

Tanker management by ANACITY

Now, take control with ANACITY’s Tanker Management module. Community admins can add the vendor, billing, and order details. The award-winning ERP helps them keep track of vendors, and consumption patterns, thereby optimising expenditure. 

• Single view of all vendors and billing details.
• View the total order for each day. Break up by individual vendor.
• Check tanker order history.
• Estimate demand as per historical data.
• Add and edit details with ease.

Learn about the ANACITY’s Tanker Management module here. 

Planning ahead

Ultimately, water tankers are ad-hoc solutions that do not address the core issue. Management Committees and Resident Welfare associations must take the lead in improving their water management. Two key infra projects can promote their self-sufficiency. 

Water treatment: Read our article on How to Operate and Maintain Water Treatment Plant Efficiently. 

Rainwater harvesting: Every housing society today has a rainwater harvesting (RWH) infra. Yet, these often fall short during summers. Find out why it’s falling short and how you can fix it. 

For more information, read 5 Sustainable Living Practices Every Gated Community should Adopt.