Insights for what's next
Explore practical perspectives that turn complex challenges and emerging trends into real-world outcomes.
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Thought LeadershipHow automated material handling systems are redefining the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing
The pharmaceutical industry faces rising demand and workforce constraints. Discover why forward-thinking manufacturers are designing autonomy into facilities from the start, and what it takes to build resilient, adaptable production environments for tomorrow's medicines.MaryBeth Sukenick Don Fraser Jorge Ferreira Steve Marley -
Thought LeadershipBridging the disconnect: aligning utility planning with fleet electrification deployment in North America
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Thought LeadershipThe certainty trap: Why major infrastructure delivery needs better systems for uncertain times
Keoki Sears
Engineering for complexity: How the UK’s next decade of mega programs can create lasting social value
The U.K. is entering a decisive decade for major infrastructure delivery defined by scale, scrutiny and complexity. Drawing on experience across water, transport and national programs, Project Management Director James LeVesconte explores how integrated leadership, smarter consenting, early social value and strong data foundations turn complexity into durable public outcomes.
Navigating risk, cost and complexity in coastal resilience
Coastal resilience is no longer just an engineering challenge; it’s a complex balancing act shaped by climate risk, funding realities and long-term uncertainty. Jacobs’ Global Principal, Flood Infrastructure Engineering, Charles Schelpe explores the critical decisions behind funding, trade-offs and long-term resilience — and what it takes to deliver future-ready coastal solutions.
Program perspectives | What are leaders of the most successful programs doing that others aren't?
The human conditions for program performance are often treated as an outcome of good management rather than a prerequisite for it. Culture, alignment and adaptive leadership shape program delivery — and it matters now more than ever.
How can flood and coastal assets be optimized to deliver the best whole-life value?
Patricia Nick works at the intersection of program delivery, digital and strategic asset management within flood and coastal erosion risk management (FCERM). She treats asset data as a strategic capability, linking performance, cost, carbon and risk so clients can make better long-term investment decisions.
Desalination meets renewables: Designing climate-resilient water systems
Providing reliable freshwater from seawater desalination at lower energy and environmental cost is becoming more challenging. The next phase will be defined by how effectively systems are designed and operated as a whole.
Why intentional collaboration between water utilities and industry matters more than ever
As industrial water demand grows, utilities and industry must move beyond traditional service relationships. Discover how OneWater thinking and water reuse are enabling collaboration that supports economic growth while protecting long-term water resilience.
How do you drive value and investment through collaborative delivery?
Bruce Allman is shaping Jacobs’ work in design-build, supporting water clients to manage rising complexity, reduce risk and deliver resilient, high‑performing infrastructure.
How can alliance models drive more collaboration in the water sector?
In some conventional delivery models, the structures are vertical and risk is pushed down the chain. An alliance model flips that — bringing designers, contractors and the owner together to share governance and align commercial drivers.
Trifluoroacetic acid: Should water utilities in Australia and New Zealand be paying closer attention?
Trifluoroacetic acid is emerging as a new focus in the PFAS conversation. What do we know about its occurrence in Australian and New Zealand water systems — and what remains uncertain?
Program pioneers | How do you lead teams and make decisions under uncertainty?
Leading complex programs requires sound judgement, trust in your team and the ability to navigate uncertainty when priorities compete. In an AI-enabled world, leadership remains a human endeavor. Discover Program Pioneer David White's insights.
Program pioneers | What can sports teach us about program leadership?
The principles behind high-performing teams don’t change when the stakes get bigger. Gareth Heatley shares lessons from sport and complex programs on collaborative leadership and creating the conditions for teams to succeed.
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Future Foundations
Co-creating the world to come
From developing climate resilience and transitioning to a low-carbon future, to modernizing and transforming infrastructure, governments and businesses face critical challenges. How they respond will define our future.
As our clients navigate these challenges, we help them think differently – working together to pioneer tomorrow's infrastructure solutions and build the foundations for a prosperous, secure future.