This study delves into the transformative potential of Smart Water Network (SWN) technologies and their pivotal role in mitigating water main breaks and leaks. A smart utility approach emerges as a tool in managing pressure and flow dynamics within distribution systems by integrating real-time data from sensors with advanced information and communication technologies. The project, sponsored by the Water Research Foundation (WRF), recently culminated in SWN pilots across a spectrum of utility sizes. These case studies, conducted in both large and small utilities, not only validated the efficacy of SWN technologies, but also provided a wealth of invaluable lessons and insights. This paper will highlight detailed case studies from four utilities involved in the WRF project, namely, the City of Lakewood, California; the Water and Wastewater Authority of Wilson County, Tennessee; Sydney Water in Sydney, Australia; and the Water Corporation of Western Australia in Perth, Australia.