Despite the rising need to flexibly transfer and allocate water rights, when disagreements arise over entitlements, usage history, or trade terms, stakeholders must choose between slow-moving courts with high legal fees or informal negotiations prone to bias and inconsistency.

This persistent impasse introduces uncertainty and risk, discouraging participation in water rights markets and stalling resource allocation when speed and adaptability are critical—especially in times of scarcity.

The root of the problem is the lack of a widely accepted, sector-specific arbitration system with digital evidence handling, quick decision cycles, and enforceable resolutions.

Legacy institutions are slow to adapt, and there is no incentive for incumbents to innovate, leaving parties stuck with inefficient, adversarial options.