Bridging the Gap

Bridging the Gap: Future Cost Estimating

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Future cost estimation

Are You Using the Right Inflation Index? During budget season, one of the biggest challenges for utility managers is forecasting future costs. Many organizations rely on the federal inflation rate based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). While that approach is common, it may not provide the most accurate picture of future utility expenditures. Looking … Read more

Bridging the Gap: Five Things Utilities Can Do Today to Plan for Tomorrow

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Shifting economic conditions and evolving funding dynamics are influencing how communities and utilities think about the future. While many of these factors are outside local control, being prepared is not. Strong financial and organizational leadership is less about predicting what comes next and more about reinforcing the fundamentals that allow an organization to respond with … Read more