The research objectives of this slide presentation included: an assessment of current leakage management practices in North America; a review of United Kingdom and international approaches to proactive leakage management technologies; an assessment of the practicality of applying these technologies to North American water utilities; and, providing guidance on how to practically and cost effectively apply these technologies to North American water utilities. Topics outlined include: Leakage Management in North America, England, Wales and Germany; differences between United Kingdom and North American distribution systems; DMA Design Criteria and DMA Planning in North America; application of Advanced Pressure Management; DMA Design and Results - EID; DMA Design and Results - PWD; DMA Design and Results - Philadelphia; and, DMA Design and Results - HRWC. Includes tables, figures.