Various cities around the world are taking that connectivity to the next level. They’re addressing some long-standing development issues by examining the potential of smart cities. In fact, estimates are that more than $41 trillion will be invested in the Internet of Things (IoT) tools and platforms to modernize cities around the world.
Smart cities are at the forefront of the next wave of the Internet of Things. The goals are to streamline communication and improve the lives of citizens. And save a little money along the way.
2. Smart City
A 'smart city' is an urban region that is highly advanced in terms of overall infrastructure,
sustainable real estate, communications and market viability. It is a city where information
technology is the principal infrastructure and the basis for providing essential services to
residents. There are many technological platforms involved, including but not limited to
automated sensor networks and data centres.
3. The need for urbanization with people shifting to cities has created a need for smart city
creation for a better life. The first megacities in the world were Newyork and Tokyo they
had all infrastructure facility to improve the needs of the citizens. However, most of the new
megacities located in developing countries are inhabited by poor people. This is rapidly
changing due to technological advancements being highly valued in creating smart cities,.
Growing Urbanisation
6. One of the most helpful aspects of a smart city is
using technology to ease traffic and parking woes.
Sensors in the street can be used to determine if a
parking spot is empty, and anyone who accesses
an app on a smartphone can find out in real time
the location of the closest parking spot.
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7. A strong Smart City
framework can
demystify the
complexities of
bringing smart
technology to a city.
City leaders can use
this framework to build
their own strategies.
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