Tunisia - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

WaterSec leverages IoT and AI to optimize water management in industries and smart buildings. Our solution provides real-time monitoring, leak detection, and actionable insights, reducing water waste and shaping a sustainable water consumption behavior.

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

WaterSec is a Tunisian startup that has developed an innovative suite of IoT-powered water management solutions. Our primary products include: WS1.2 IoT Sensor: This smart sensor provides real-time tracking of water consumption data. It offers precise and instant insights to help organizations and individuals manage their water usage more efficiently. WSSM (WaterSec Smart Meter): This product integrates image processing and AI technology. It transforms traditional water meters into smart, connected tools, enabling a seamless upgrade to a modern, efficient water management system. WaterSec Dashboard: This comprehensive and user-friendly web and mobile application serves as the central hub for our water management solutions. The dashboard provides customers with tangible value by offering advanced analytics, optimization recommendations, and seamless water usage monitoring.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

WaterSec's primary mission is to address the pressing challenge of water scarcity and inefficient water usage in industries and smart buildings across the region. Currently, many organizations in the Tunisian and North African markets face substantial water bills, often resulting from undetected leaks and suboptimal water management practices. Living in a water-scarce region, the need for sustainable water consumption practices has become increasingly urgent. Businesses and buildings are under pressure to reduce their water footprint, yet they often lack the necessary tools and insights to identify and address areas of water waste. WaterSec's suite of IoT-powered solutions aims to tackle this problem head-on. By deploying smart sensors and AI-driven analytics, the startup provides real-time visibility into water usage patterns, enabling early detection of leaks and other inefficiencies.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

1. Improved Water Efficiency and Cost Savings: WaterSec's IoT sensors and smart meters provide real-time monitoring of water consumption, allowing organizations to identify and address sources of water waste, such as leaks and inefficient usage practices. 2. Enhanced Sustainability and Environmental Impact: In a water-scarce region, WaterSec's solutions play a crucial role in promoting sustainable water consumption practices. By empowering businesses and communities to better understand and manage their water usage, WaterSec helps to preserve this precious resource and reduce the environmental strain caused by excessive water waste. 3. Streamlined Water Management and Data-Driven Insights: The WaterSec Dashboard provides a comprehensive, user-friendly platform for managing water usage data. Clients can access detailed analytics, receive personalized recommendations, and automate water management processes, enabling them to make more informed decisions.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

WaterSec's product is designed to serve industries and smart buildings, primarily targeting facilities with high water usage such as manufacturing plants, hotels, and office complexes. Our solution is particularly beneficial for sectors that face significant water management challenges and operational costs due to inefficiencies and leaks. The targeted beneficiaries include facility managers, environmental compliance officers, and sustainability coordinators who are responsible for optimizing resource usage and ensuring regulatory compliance. By providing real-time monitoring, leak detection, and actionable insights, WaterSec helps these stakeholders reduce water waste, lower operational costs, and enhance their sustainability efforts. Additionally, our solution serves municipalities and public institutions such as schools and hospitals, where efficient water management is crucial for reducing costs and preserving valuable resources.

01.05 When was your company established?

2021-06-19

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

Yes

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

4

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

1

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

Zoubeir Zarrouk; 9 years of experience in cybersecurity and Network Management; Mohamed Guenbri, 10 years of experience in electronic and embedded systems; Yasmine Ben Miloud, 8 years of experience in sustainibility management; Khoubeib Tlili, 9 years of experience in web & mobile development.

01.10 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link(s) here:

https://www.water-sec.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/water-sec/?viewAsMember=true https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076298953886 https://www.instagram.com/water.sec/

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

h) IT (digital services, equipment and software)

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

5

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

5

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

02.03.01 My startup contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

5

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

5

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

5

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

5

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

6

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

4

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

5

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

6

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

06.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

2

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

5

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

5

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

5

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

5

06.06 The product/service responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

5

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

5

06.08 Justification for my startup

06.09 Competitive Analysis

Our main competitors in the water management sector include Droople, Shayp, Phyn, and Robeau. WaterSec stands out by specifically addressing the unique needs of the MENA region and Southern Europe, particularly in areas facing severe water scarcity. Our solutions are designed to accommodate the social, infrastructural, and cultural aspects of these regions, providing more relevant and effective outcomes. We integrate advanced IoT sensors with AI-driven analytics to offer real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and actionable insights, enhancing the precision and efficiency of water management. WaterSec also offers comprehensive support through extensive training, continuous assistance, and regular updates, ensuring clients maximize the benefits of our technology and remain compliant with local regulations. Our system is scalable and flexible, suitable for various facility sizes and types, from small businesses to large industrial plants. Proven impact is another differentiator.

11.05 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

At WaterSec, we place great importance on promoting the role of women entrepreneurs within our community.