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It’s not just private-sector organizations that have to hustle to stay on top of massive changes. Cities also need to keep up with the disruptive digital landscape. It’s smart to do so. March PM Network® takes a look at some smart cities and the projects that are helping them keep up and get ahead of the curve.
For example, in Toronto, Sidewalk Labs, a division of Alphabet (Google’s parent company), is a partner in creating a brand-new waterfront district that will be very connected. Sensors will collect data on traffic flow, energy usage and air quality. Autonomous vehicles will take people from place to place; private cars will not be allowed.
Smart city programs have gone beyond just free Wi-Fi. They are strategic, with multiple stakeholders and measurable outcomes. Experts say the more collaboration there is, the more citizen benefits will be produced and the more likely the cities will become “future-proof.”
As with any connected project, security is a necessary consideration to prevent cyberattacks. And as with any taxpayer-supported project, frugality is a necessity.
The article includes a case study detailing a pilot project to improve trash collection in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, that was easily scalable to the entire city. Another case study reports on the use of an intelligent transportation system by Copenhagen, Denmark, to help the city meet its goal to be carbon neutral by 2025.
If you know of other stories of city “intelligence,” please use the comments to describe or provide a link.
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Drew Craig
Sr. Agile & Product Coach| Vanguard
Philadelphia, Pa, United States
The issue was pushed to my mobile app a few days ago. So far, great edition.
Anish Abraham
Privacy Program Manager| University of Washington
Auburn, Wa, United States
Rami Kaibni
Community Champion
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten Associates
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Thanks for sharing. It is indeed an interesting issue.
It seems future is here.
Thanks Dan for sharing.
Urban Urban
Project Manager| ABB Switzerland
Basel, Switzerland
The whole world seems to get smarter :-)
Priya Patra
Delivery Director| Capgemini India Technology Services Ltd
Mumbai, India
Another city of intelligence - Barcelona - Spain
http://www.barcinno.com/smart-city-barcelona/
It is good to have a look at Dubai eGovernment experience and now moving into a smart city.
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