It would make waay more sence for the entire state / country to buy software for their water systems all at once and set up a department of a few dozen people that travel the country and make sure its setup properly. Why would you not have all water treatment in the country on the same software platform?
A lot of these problems with inefficiency comes down to "muh state's rights", and less federal involvement. I think my stance shines through, but I understand it's debatable per case.
