The document discusses trends in global urbanization, including:
1) By 2050, 63-90% of the global population will live in urban areas, with 93% of growth occurring in developing regions.
2) Many new urban residents will live in mid-sized cities of 1.5-5 million people. India will have 590 million urban residents by 2030, up from 340 million in 2008.
3) 800 million people currently live in slums. Rapid urbanization is occurring in cities in developing countries and emerging economies.
The document compares transportation modes and development challenges between the United States, France, Sweden, and China. It also provides summaries of development plans and scenarios for various regions and cities. Key points include:
1) Auto use is higher in the US (86%) compared to other countries like France (48%) and Sweden (37%). China's auto use is currently lower at 11% but growing rapidly.
2) Plans for regions like Portland, Metro aim to reduce vehicle miles traveled through compact and mixed-use development near transit.
3) Scenarios for California's future examine impacts of different growth patterns like infill versus suburban sprawl, finding compact development saves infrastructure costs and land.
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China and India are two of the fastest growing economies in the world. By 2020, China is projected to have the largest economy and India the third largest. Their large populations and high growth rates make them important markets. Asian economies have proven more resilient during the global recession, with South Asia maintaining the highest GDP growth rates. China is now the world's largest lender, surpassing traditional Western economies.
Ways to Change - Insight on How to Succeed in the Digital Future of Magazine ...jackgriffinesa
This document discusses ways for magazines to succeed in the digital future. It notes that digital media is growing rapidly and will dominate the future. The mobile world is always connected and growing. Print circulation is declining as more transition to digital. Tablets are a major disruptor for print publishing. To transform, magazines must embrace perpetual change, have content on every platform, and develop new digital roles and skills. Success requires a commitment to ongoing adaptation and evolution.
Presentation built in the context of a real estate class taken at Brandeis International Business School.
In the perspective of a meeting with investors, the presentation was created to help gather investments of $100M split between three projects in China.
This document analyzes major data sources on the U.S. nonprofit sector from 2000-2010. It finds that: 1) nonprofits are a major employer, employing over 10 million people or 10% of private sector employment; 2) they are significant service providers, especially in education and health; 3) nonprofit employment grew dynamically at 2.1% annually compared to a 0.6% decline for for-profits; 4) nonprofits proved resilient during the recession; and 5) they face increasing competition from for-profit firms in some industries like education and healthcare.
Vietnam's retail market experienced slower growth from 2010-2012 due to declining GDP growth and inflation. However, the market remains attractive long-term due to Vietnam's young population, growing incomes, and urbanization. Foreign investment in retail has increased, though complex regulations remain a challenge. Modern retail channels are growing while traditional retailers still dominate. The outlook is positive over the forecast period as urbanization and incomes continue rising.
Facing the forces of change survey results segmented by total sales_october ...Guy Blissett
Results of the online survey of ~390 distributors who participated in our 2010 Facing the Forces of Change research - segmented by Total Sales. Additional segmentations to be posted (by Customer Type, by Product Type)
Solidiance shares the current opportunities and challenges of the Vietnamese market.
Where is Vietnam going from here? After formidable economic growth for the past 5 years, will Vietnam be able to sustain high level of foreign direct investment during the 2009 economic crisis.
The document compares transportation modes and development challenges between the United States, France, Sweden, and China. It also provides summaries of development plans and scenarios for various regions and cities. Key points include:
1) Auto use is higher in the US (86%) compared to other countries like France (48%) and Sweden (37%). China's auto use is currently lower at 11% but growing rapidly.
2) Plans for regions like Portland, Metro aim to reduce vehicle miles traveled through compact and mixed-use development near transit.
3) Scenarios for California's future examine impacts of different growth patterns like infill versus suburban sprawl, finding compact development saves infrastructure costs and land.
4)
China and India are two of the fastest growing economies in the world. By 2020, China is projected to have the largest economy and India the third largest. Their large populations and high growth rates make them important markets. Asian economies have proven more resilient during the global recession, with South Asia maintaining the highest GDP growth rates. China is now the world's largest lender, surpassing traditional Western economies.
Ways to Change - Insight on How to Succeed in the Digital Future of Magazine ...jackgriffinesa
This document discusses ways for magazines to succeed in the digital future. It notes that digital media is growing rapidly and will dominate the future. The mobile world is always connected and growing. Print circulation is declining as more transition to digital. Tablets are a major disruptor for print publishing. To transform, magazines must embrace perpetual change, have content on every platform, and develop new digital roles and skills. Success requires a commitment to ongoing adaptation and evolution.
Presentation built in the context of a real estate class taken at Brandeis International Business School.
In the perspective of a meeting with investors, the presentation was created to help gather investments of $100M split between three projects in China.
This document analyzes major data sources on the U.S. nonprofit sector from 2000-2010. It finds that: 1) nonprofits are a major employer, employing over 10 million people or 10% of private sector employment; 2) they are significant service providers, especially in education and health; 3) nonprofit employment grew dynamically at 2.1% annually compared to a 0.6% decline for for-profits; 4) nonprofits proved resilient during the recession; and 5) they face increasing competition from for-profit firms in some industries like education and healthcare.
Vietnam's retail market experienced slower growth from 2010-2012 due to declining GDP growth and inflation. However, the market remains attractive long-term due to Vietnam's young population, growing incomes, and urbanization. Foreign investment in retail has increased, though complex regulations remain a challenge. Modern retail channels are growing while traditional retailers still dominate. The outlook is positive over the forecast period as urbanization and incomes continue rising.
Facing the forces of change survey results segmented by total sales_october ...Guy Blissett
Results of the online survey of ~390 distributors who participated in our 2010 Facing the Forces of Change research - segmented by Total Sales. Additional segmentations to be posted (by Customer Type, by Product Type)
Solidiance shares the current opportunities and challenges of the Vietnamese market.
Where is Vietnam going from here? After formidable economic growth for the past 5 years, will Vietnam be able to sustain high level of foreign direct investment during the 2009 economic crisis.
This document summarizes public-private partnership (PPP) projects and infrastructure in Russia. It notes that Russia's GDP was $1.9 trillion in 2011 and infrastructure investment needs total over $1 trillion by 2020. Over 400 PPP projects have been implemented, focusing on transportation, utilities, and social infrastructure. Vnesheconombank advises the government on PPP projects and a pipeline of projects in sectors like bridges, schools, and kindergartens is described totaling billions in investment. Key information on legislation, funding, and major completed PPP projects is also provided.
The document discusses Plan Nord, a major economic development project in Quebec led by lawyer Michael McCooe. It provides his contact information and links to the McCarthy Tétrault LLP law firm website on multiple lines. In under 10 lines of text, the document repeats the law firm name and website without providing many other details about Plan Nord or McCooe.
The document discusses Facebook's immune system to protect users and the social graph from threats. It focuses on compromised accounts, fake accounts, and unwanted interactions ("creepers"). The system uses big data and real-time analysis with 25B daily checks to classify interactions. Features are extracted and models are loaded dynamically. Response policies aim to shorten attack/detection times while lengthening defense/adaptation to stay ahead of adversaries.
The document outlines Quebec's Plan Nord, a 25-year, $80 billion project to develop northern Quebec. It will harness the region's potential in energy, mining, forestry and other sectors through infrastructure like roads, ports and a railway. The plan aims to create 20,000 jobs annually and ensure benefits for northern communities and all of Quebec through sustainable development that also protects the environment and indigenous cultures. A new government corporation and $2.1 billion initial investment will coordinate projects in the first five-year action plan.
This document discusses Virginia's public-private partnership (P3) program for transportation infrastructure projects. It provides details on several major P3 projects that are underway or in development in Virginia, including the Dulles Metrorail Extension project, the Downtown/Midtown Tunnel project, the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes project, and the Route 460 Connector project. It also outlines Virginia's pipeline of potential future P3 projects, such as tolling Interstate 95, developing regional traffic operation centers, and improving crossings in Hampton Roads.
This document provides information about a company that specializes in advertising standees and marketing displays. The company has worked on large projects for brands like Bajaj Allianz, Big Boss, TVS, IndusInd Bank, Cadbury, and others. It deals in products like standees, one way vision boards, glow signs, vinyls, and other advertising materials. Contact details are provided at the end.
This document announces an event called "La Balade des Laveuses" taking place on May 24-25, 2014. It is the closing of the season for this event. The document provides the name of the event and dates but no other details on what the event entails.
The proposed Masaka-Mpape, Abuja Ring Road project is a 26km road to connect Masaka in Nasarawa State to Mpape and Abuja. The project will cost $150 million and take 2 years to complete using a design-build-transfer model. It aims to reduce traffic congestion, open new districts for development, and generate employment and revenue for the region.
The document summarizes the East Side Access project, which will extend Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) service to Grand Central Terminal. It discusses how Penn Station is overcrowded and LIRR needs more capacity. East Side Access will involve building 7.75 miles of new tunnels in Manhattan and Queens, a new LIRR terminal beneath Grand Central with 8 tracks and 4 platforms, and new rail yards. It will relieve congestion, save commuters time, and support economic growth by serving 160,000 customers per day. Construction requires complex tunneling, mining, and building new infrastructure under active rail lines and some of the most dense and valuable real estate in New York City.
The document outlines Colombia's priority infrastructure projects from 2011-2014 and efforts to attract private investment. It notes that Colombia ranks highly in Latin America on indices measuring attractiveness for private infrastructure investment due to factors like regulatory frameworks and transparency. A national infrastructure plan will invest $31.8 billion over 2011-2014, with over half for roads. New laws and agencies aim to strengthen public-private partnerships for transportation infrastructure development.
The document summarizes three major transportation projects in Texas:
1) The IH 35E Managed Lanes project in Dallas, a 28-mile project to add managed lanes and general purpose lanes costing $4.2 billion.
2) The Grand Parkway project in Houston, a 180-mile toll road being developed in phases including initial Segments E, F-1, F-2 and G costing $1.2 billion.
3) The SH 183 project in Dallas, a 9-mile project to widen the highway and add interchanges costing an undisclosed amount.
The document discusses BT's role in providing communications services for the 2012 London Olympics. It summarizes that BT will deliver the most advanced IP converged network ever for a summer Olympic games, with over 800 people supporting 80,000 connections across 94 venues. BT aims to minimize environmental impacts and maximize reuse of the network infrastructure. The services installed for the games will then become part of BT's national infrastructure and provide an economic legacy for communities and businesses in London and the UK.
This document discusses various methods for security monitoring including file system monitoring, network monitoring, BASH monitoring, and advanced security monitoring platforms like Nagios and OSSIM. It provides examples of implementing file system monitoring with Tripwire, network intrusion detection with Snort, and using Nagios and OSSIM for advanced security monitoring.
The document summarizes the 5th annual global infrastructure leadership forum in Abu Dhabi. It discusses Abu Dhabi's strategic location and its economic vision to grow its GDP from $104 billion in 2008 to $416 billion by 2030 through stable and sustainable growth. It provides details on the Khalifa Port and Kizad industrial zone project, including key areas, connectivity, major contracts worth $7.2 billion, and capacity targets. It notes that the port and overall megaproject are over 90% and 95% complete, respectively, and will begin operations in Q4 2012.
The document summarizes the Dutch government's PPP dealflow and policies from 2012-2020. It outlines Rijkswaterstaat as the executive agency for infrastructure projects and the Dutch PPP unit. The government has a multi-year investment program that identifies 32 potential PPP projects totaling around 20 billion euros, including roads, rail, and maritime infrastructure. Standard contracts allocate risks like force majeure to the government and operational risks to contractors. The Netherlands aims to tender 2-3 PPP projects annually using competitive dialogue and availability payments based on a ceiling price.
This document presents a financing opportunity for a EUR 400 million Airport Departure Payments Financing Facility to fund Dakar's new international airport in Senegal. The new airport is a critical infrastructure project that will meet growing air traffic demands and boost Senegal's economy. It is being developed by reputable partners with experience in airport construction and management. The financing structure relies on established offshore cash flows from an airport charge collected since 2005, offering strong security for investors.
OMMA Display 2011 -- Transformation of the Measurement Industry: How Much Can...Linda Gridley
OMMA Display 2011
Presentation by Linda Gridley
Transformation of the Measurement Industry: How Much Can be Attriibuted to M&A? Learn more about Gridley & Company at http://www.gridleyco.com
The document discusses changes in humanitarian action over the last 10 years and trends to expect in the next 10 years. It notes that humanitarian assistance funding has increased while attacks on aid workers have also risen. Three major trends are identified: (1) humanitarian assistance is increasing but trust in humanitarianism is decreasing; (2) respect for universal principles is declining while nationalism and sovereignty are rising; (3) conflict-related crises are declining relatively while natural disasters are increasing. The importance of humanitarian principles is emphasized amid these challenges facing humanitarian action.
The document discusses pricing strategies for LTE and mobile broadband. It questions whether operators capture enough value from mobile broadband and understand data profitability. It suggests moving from quantity-based pricing to quality-based pricing that differentiates on factors like speed, latency, coverage and time. Volume-based pricing is problematic as an economic driver because the same data volumes can require very different network investments. Overall it argues that pricing strategies need to move beyond a sole focus on volume and consider other quality dimensions.
This document summarizes public-private partnership (PPP) projects and infrastructure in Russia. It notes that Russia's GDP was $1.9 trillion in 2011 and infrastructure investment needs total over $1 trillion by 2020. Over 400 PPP projects have been implemented, focusing on transportation, utilities, and social infrastructure. Vnesheconombank advises the government on PPP projects and a pipeline of projects in sectors like bridges, schools, and kindergartens is described totaling billions in investment. Key information on legislation, funding, and major completed PPP projects is also provided.
The document discusses Plan Nord, a major economic development project in Quebec led by lawyer Michael McCooe. It provides his contact information and links to the McCarthy Tétrault LLP law firm website on multiple lines. In under 10 lines of text, the document repeats the law firm name and website without providing many other details about Plan Nord or McCooe.
The document discusses Facebook's immune system to protect users and the social graph from threats. It focuses on compromised accounts, fake accounts, and unwanted interactions ("creepers"). The system uses big data and real-time analysis with 25B daily checks to classify interactions. Features are extracted and models are loaded dynamically. Response policies aim to shorten attack/detection times while lengthening defense/adaptation to stay ahead of adversaries.
The document outlines Quebec's Plan Nord, a 25-year, $80 billion project to develop northern Quebec. It will harness the region's potential in energy, mining, forestry and other sectors through infrastructure like roads, ports and a railway. The plan aims to create 20,000 jobs annually and ensure benefits for northern communities and all of Quebec through sustainable development that also protects the environment and indigenous cultures. A new government corporation and $2.1 billion initial investment will coordinate projects in the first five-year action plan.
This document discusses Virginia's public-private partnership (P3) program for transportation infrastructure projects. It provides details on several major P3 projects that are underway or in development in Virginia, including the Dulles Metrorail Extension project, the Downtown/Midtown Tunnel project, the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes project, and the Route 460 Connector project. It also outlines Virginia's pipeline of potential future P3 projects, such as tolling Interstate 95, developing regional traffic operation centers, and improving crossings in Hampton Roads.
This document provides information about a company that specializes in advertising standees and marketing displays. The company has worked on large projects for brands like Bajaj Allianz, Big Boss, TVS, IndusInd Bank, Cadbury, and others. It deals in products like standees, one way vision boards, glow signs, vinyls, and other advertising materials. Contact details are provided at the end.
This document announces an event called "La Balade des Laveuses" taking place on May 24-25, 2014. It is the closing of the season for this event. The document provides the name of the event and dates but no other details on what the event entails.
The proposed Masaka-Mpape, Abuja Ring Road project is a 26km road to connect Masaka in Nasarawa State to Mpape and Abuja. The project will cost $150 million and take 2 years to complete using a design-build-transfer model. It aims to reduce traffic congestion, open new districts for development, and generate employment and revenue for the region.
The document summarizes the East Side Access project, which will extend Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) service to Grand Central Terminal. It discusses how Penn Station is overcrowded and LIRR needs more capacity. East Side Access will involve building 7.75 miles of new tunnels in Manhattan and Queens, a new LIRR terminal beneath Grand Central with 8 tracks and 4 platforms, and new rail yards. It will relieve congestion, save commuters time, and support economic growth by serving 160,000 customers per day. Construction requires complex tunneling, mining, and building new infrastructure under active rail lines and some of the most dense and valuable real estate in New York City.
The document outlines Colombia's priority infrastructure projects from 2011-2014 and efforts to attract private investment. It notes that Colombia ranks highly in Latin America on indices measuring attractiveness for private infrastructure investment due to factors like regulatory frameworks and transparency. A national infrastructure plan will invest $31.8 billion over 2011-2014, with over half for roads. New laws and agencies aim to strengthen public-private partnerships for transportation infrastructure development.
The document summarizes three major transportation projects in Texas:
1) The IH 35E Managed Lanes project in Dallas, a 28-mile project to add managed lanes and general purpose lanes costing $4.2 billion.
2) The Grand Parkway project in Houston, a 180-mile toll road being developed in phases including initial Segments E, F-1, F-2 and G costing $1.2 billion.
3) The SH 183 project in Dallas, a 9-mile project to widen the highway and add interchanges costing an undisclosed amount.
The document discusses BT's role in providing communications services for the 2012 London Olympics. It summarizes that BT will deliver the most advanced IP converged network ever for a summer Olympic games, with over 800 people supporting 80,000 connections across 94 venues. BT aims to minimize environmental impacts and maximize reuse of the network infrastructure. The services installed for the games will then become part of BT's national infrastructure and provide an economic legacy for communities and businesses in London and the UK.
This document discusses various methods for security monitoring including file system monitoring, network monitoring, BASH monitoring, and advanced security monitoring platforms like Nagios and OSSIM. It provides examples of implementing file system monitoring with Tripwire, network intrusion detection with Snort, and using Nagios and OSSIM for advanced security monitoring.
The document summarizes the 5th annual global infrastructure leadership forum in Abu Dhabi. It discusses Abu Dhabi's strategic location and its economic vision to grow its GDP from $104 billion in 2008 to $416 billion by 2030 through stable and sustainable growth. It provides details on the Khalifa Port and Kizad industrial zone project, including key areas, connectivity, major contracts worth $7.2 billion, and capacity targets. It notes that the port and overall megaproject are over 90% and 95% complete, respectively, and will begin operations in Q4 2012.
The document summarizes the Dutch government's PPP dealflow and policies from 2012-2020. It outlines Rijkswaterstaat as the executive agency for infrastructure projects and the Dutch PPP unit. The government has a multi-year investment program that identifies 32 potential PPP projects totaling around 20 billion euros, including roads, rail, and maritime infrastructure. Standard contracts allocate risks like force majeure to the government and operational risks to contractors. The Netherlands aims to tender 2-3 PPP projects annually using competitive dialogue and availability payments based on a ceiling price.
This document presents a financing opportunity for a EUR 400 million Airport Departure Payments Financing Facility to fund Dakar's new international airport in Senegal. The new airport is a critical infrastructure project that will meet growing air traffic demands and boost Senegal's economy. It is being developed by reputable partners with experience in airport construction and management. The financing structure relies on established offshore cash flows from an airport charge collected since 2005, offering strong security for investors.
OMMA Display 2011 -- Transformation of the Measurement Industry: How Much Can...Linda Gridley
OMMA Display 2011
Presentation by Linda Gridley
Transformation of the Measurement Industry: How Much Can be Attriibuted to M&A? Learn more about Gridley & Company at http://www.gridleyco.com
The document discusses changes in humanitarian action over the last 10 years and trends to expect in the next 10 years. It notes that humanitarian assistance funding has increased while attacks on aid workers have also risen. Three major trends are identified: (1) humanitarian assistance is increasing but trust in humanitarianism is decreasing; (2) respect for universal principles is declining while nationalism and sovereignty are rising; (3) conflict-related crises are declining relatively while natural disasters are increasing. The importance of humanitarian principles is emphasized amid these challenges facing humanitarian action.
The document discusses pricing strategies for LTE and mobile broadband. It questions whether operators capture enough value from mobile broadband and understand data profitability. It suggests moving from quantity-based pricing to quality-based pricing that differentiates on factors like speed, latency, coverage and time. Volume-based pricing is problematic as an economic driver because the same data volumes can require very different network investments. Overall it argues that pricing strategies need to move beyond a sole focus on volume and consider other quality dimensions.
This document discusses key trends shaping the future of credit unions, including demographic shifts, the rise of digital payments and mobile banking, and the empowerment of consumers through social media and technology. It notes challenges such as new competitors, changing consumer preferences, and the need for business model changes. The future will require credit unions to develop optimized digital channels while also winning in electronic payments to remain competitive. Demographic trends like population aging will also impact credit unions.
Presentation on India at Canadian High Commission EventDr. Amit Kapoor
The document discusses assessing India's competitiveness. It provides background on the Institute for Competitiveness in India and its affiliation with Harvard Business School. It then presents several charts analyzing factors that influence India's competitiveness, including its population and GDP relative to other countries, shifts in GDP for major economies from 1990-2010, and structural shifts in India's economy from 1994-2010.
Eurocitie E Inclusion Demand And Offer Digital DividesEnrico Ferro
The document discusses digital divides in the Piedmont region of Italy. It describes two main types of digital divides:
1) Offer-related divides due to a lack of broadband network availability in rural areas and a lack of e-government services in small municipalities.
2) Demand-related divides associated with factors like age, income, education levels, and between urban vs. rural populations.
It then summarizes a regional program called WI-PIE that aims to address these divides through initiatives like broadband network expansion, alternative network solutions, and developing digital services to stimulate demand. Charts show progress in expanding DSL infrastructure and reducing divides between household types from 2002-2007.
This document discusses Vietnam's shifting consumer landscape. It summarizes recent economic indicators showing GDP and export growth in Vietnam. It also discusses Vietnam's young and growing population, and how wealth is shifting in the country. Over the next decade, millions of new young consumers will enter the market, and Vietnam's population is aging and becoming wealthier overall. This changing demographic is creating a more mature and savvy consumer base in Vietnam.
Regional and urban competitiveness a case study for indiaDr. Amit Kapoor
This document discusses assessing India's regional and urban competitiveness through a case study. It provides background on the Institute for Competitiveness in India, which conducts research and advisory services on competition and competitiveness. The document then analyzes India's manufacturing competitiveness compared to other countries like China, highlighting that India needs state-specific approaches to consolidate manufacturing and attract more investment and innovation.
1. The document discusses strategic frameworks, business models, and areas for a company that provides citizen services.
2. It notes that rapid urban growth is straining infrastructure and there is a need for sustainable solutions for issues like transportation, waste, and water management in cities.
3. The company has a strong international presence, generating 44% of revenues outside of its home country across five continents.
The document discusses the real estate sector, noting that early human dwellings were found in caves dating back hundreds of thousands of years. It defines real estate as land and structures on it, and describes how the sector involves the purchase, sale, and development of residential and commercial property. The real estate industry has significant impacts on other sectors like retail, hospitality, and healthcare through the development of malls, hotels, and hospitals.
China's e-commerce sector has grown rapidly, with 513 million internet users and 194 million online shoppers in 2011. The numbers continue rising. B2C e-commerce represents the future direction, as the B2C market grows each year while the C2C market shrinks. Milioone is an Italian company that provides e-business services to help European companies enter the large Chinese e-commerce market and help Chinese companies enter the European market. It has partnerships to handle various aspects of e-commerce including web development, marketing, and payments. Working with Milioone's experts and local presence in Shanghai can help clients succeed in China.
This document discusses ICT development in Laos. It provides background on Laos' population, GDP, and telecommunication infrastructure. The National Authority of Posts and Telecommunications is responsible for ICT policy and regulation. ICT contributes significantly to GDP growth and is seen as important for achieving development goals. However, Laos still lags behind in telecommunication access compared to other countries.
M2 roadshow europe aloistair hill on device researchmobilesquared Ltd
Mobile internet penetration in Russia is almost equal to desktop internet penetration, with 27% of Russians using mobile internet. Of mobile internet users, 20% either never or infrequently use desktop internet, showing young Russians' preference for mobile. Search is the top activity on mobile internet, followed by communication apps and maps. Nokia is the leading mobile device brand for internet use. There is significant opportunity for mobile commerce in Russia as over 40% of mobile internet users lack bank accounts but 81% express willingness to make purchases via mobile.
The document discusses the need to accelerate sustainable energy initiatives between the USA and India. It argues that global leadership in the 21st century will depend on a balanced global economic growth, rather than China's dominance. Continuing dependence on fossil fuels is also not sustainable. The document outlines invVEST's mission to provide a roadmap for a sustainable future through USA-India collaboration on projects, research, and pilots involving sustainable energy. Key challenges for India include achieving inclusive growth through infrastructure development starting with the energy sector. The massive scale of India's expected energy needs over the next 20 years represents a $4-6 trillion market opportunity for sustainable energy initiatives.
"Smart Money on Smart Growth", Evan Richert. Summit 2012, 10/23/12GrowSmart Maine
This document discusses trends in housing preferences and how they are shaping development in Maine. It notes that over half of all homebuyers fall into three categories - Small Town Civics, Young Turks, and Introspectives - but only a small portion of new housing addresses their preferences. Four forces - the recession, gas prices, connectivity, and generation Y - are changing the market. Younger generations prefer walkable urban and small town living near amenities over car-dependent suburbs. Developers are starting to tap into this demand through mixed-use projects, mill redevelopment, transit-oriented development, and infill that support walkability.
Assespro, Brazil's oldest IT industry association, has submitted a bid to host the WCIT 2016 conference in Brasilia, Brazil. The 3-sentence summary is:
Assespro outlines its bid to host WCIT 2016 in Brasilia, Brazil in October 2016, highlighting Brazil's growing IT market and economy, Assespro's experience and membership, and its plans to hold the conference at the Ulisses Guimarães Convention Center with additional events like iTech 2016 and a Campus Party edition occurring simultaneously to attract over 3,000 attendees. The bid book provides additional details on venue, budget, marketing strategy, and reasons why hosting WCIT 2016 in Brazil would further Assespro's long-term
The Philippine real estate market report for Q1 2011 provides the following information:
1) The Philippine economy is projected to grow between 7-8% in 2011 despite global uncertainties. Inflation accelerated to 4.3% in March.
2) Office rents in Makati CBD climbed 1.2-2.4% while vacancy rates decreased to 3.8% due to strong demand from BPO firms.
3) The residential segment saw surging demand for smaller units which drove down occupancies to 9% in Makati and Bonifacio Global City.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
“An Outlook of the Ongoing and Future Relationship between Blockchain Technologies and Process-aware Information Systems.” Invited talk at the joint workshop on Blockchain for Information Systems (BC4IS) and Blockchain for Trusted Data Sharing (B4TDS), co-located with with the 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE), 3 June 2024, Limassol, Cyprus.
Best 20 SEO Techniques To Improve Website Visibility In SERPPixlogix Infotech
Boost your website's visibility with proven SEO techniques! Our latest blog dives into essential strategies to enhance your online presence, increase traffic, and rank higher on search engines. From keyword optimization to quality content creation, learn how to make your site stand out in the crowded digital landscape. Discover actionable tips and expert insights to elevate your SEO game.
Full-RAG: A modern architecture for hyper-personalizationZilliz
Mike Del Balso, CEO & Co-Founder at Tecton, presents "Full RAG," a novel approach to AI recommendation systems, aiming to push beyond the limitations of traditional models through a deep integration of contextual insights and real-time data, leveraging the Retrieval-Augmented Generation architecture. This talk will outline Full RAG's potential to significantly enhance personalization, address engineering challenges such as data management and model training, and introduce data enrichment with reranking as a key solution. Attendees will gain crucial insights into the importance of hyperpersonalization in AI, the capabilities of Full RAG for advanced personalization, and strategies for managing complex data integrations for deploying cutting-edge AI solutions.
Let's Integrate MuleSoft RPA, COMPOSER, APM with AWS IDP along with Slackshyamraj55
Discover the seamless integration of RPA (Robotic Process Automation), COMPOSER, and APM with AWS IDP enhanced with Slack notifications. Explore how these technologies converge to streamline workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure access, all while leveraging the power of AWS IDP and real-time communication via Slack notifications.
AI 101: An Introduction to the Basics and Impact of Artificial IntelligenceIndexBug
Imagine a world where machines not only perform tasks but also learn, adapt, and make decisions. This is the promise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a technology that's not just enhancing our lives but revolutionizing entire industries.
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
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5. Global Cities Initiative
population
7bn environment sense of place 40
number of years that the current oil
supply can support the world’s energy
needs.
2°F
average increase in global temperature
over the past century.
$1.6 trillion
estimated cost to fix aging infrastructure in the US.
transport + energy +
infrastructure resources
City challenges: a changing landscape
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6. Global Cities Initiative
% of urban population 80%
living in slums (2005)
National average 70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
-2 % -1% 0% 5% 10%
+
Average annual Growth rate 2006-2020
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7. Global Cities Initiative
% of urban population
living in slums (2005) 80%
National average
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
Post Industrial Cities
10%
Liverpool Lodz Austin
Detroit UK Poland Las Vegas
-1.3% / Atlanta
USA
-0.9% -0.69% USA 5% 10%
3.45%
2.6% +
-2 % -1% 0% Average annual Growth rate 2006-2020
- Growing cities in mature economies
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8. Global Cities Initiative
% of urban population
living in slums (2005) 80%
National average
70%
60%
Rapidly urbanising
50% cities in emerging
economies
40%
Delhi Ghaziabad
India India
3.48% 5.2% Beihai, China
10.58%
30% Brazilia
Brazil
2.99%
20% Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Post Industrial Cities 3.09%
10%
Liverpool Lodz Austin
Detroit UK Poland Las Vegas
-1.3% / Atlanta
USA
-0.9% -0.69% USA 5% 10%
3.45%
2.6% +
-2 % -1% 0% Average annual Growth rate 2006-2020
- Growing cities in mature economies
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9. Global Cities Initiative
Rapidly urbanising
% of urban population Lagos
Addis Ababa Nigeria cities in developing
living in slums (2005) Ethiopia
National average
80%
3.40%
4.44% countries
70% Sana a
Yemen
5.0%
60%
Nairobi
Kenya
3.78% Rapidly urbanising
50% cities in emerging
economies
40%
Delhi Ghaziabad
India India
3.48% 5.2% Beihai, China
10.58%
30% Brazilia
Brazil
2.99%
20% Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Post Industrial Cities 3.09%
10%
Liverpool Lodz Austin
Detroit UK Poland Las Vegas
-1.3% / Atlanta
USA
-0.9% -0.69% USA 5% 10%
3.45%
2.6% +
-2 % -1% 0% Average annual Growth rate 2006-2020
- Growing cities in mature economies
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42. Where is the money going?
Top 30 cities for direct commercial real estate investment, 2010 – 2011*
Top 10 US$ bill 11-20 US$ bill 21-30 US$ bill
1. London 43 11. Los Angeles 10 21. Melbourne 5
2. Tokyo 32 12. Beijing 8 22. Berlin 5
3. New York 27 13. San Francisco 8 23. Calgary 5
4. Hong Kong 18 14. Chicago 7 24. Rio de Janeiro 5
5. Paris 18 15. Taipei 7 25. San Diego 5
6. Singapore 15 16. Sydney 7 26. Hamburg 4
7. Washington DC 13 17. Stockholm 6 27. Munich 4
8. Seoul 12 18. Boston 6 28. Miami 4
9. Toronto 10 19. Moscow 6 29. São Paulo 4
10. Shanghai 10 20. Frankfurt 5 30. Manchester 4
* 2011 – Q1-Q3
Europe
Investment volumes in US$ billions
Source: Jones Lang LaSalle
Americas Asia Pacific
43. Sustainable Cities and Investment Patterns
Green City Index v Investment Volumes
London
R/E Investment Volumes 2008-2011 / Total GDP
Oslo
Stockholm
Helsinki Copenhagen
Warsaw
Paris Berlin
Amsterdam
Madrid
Prague Budapest Vienna
Rome Brussels
Bucharest Zurich
Dublin
Athens Lisbon
Istanbul
Sources: Jones Lang LaSalle, Siemens Siemens Green City Index
Sources: Jones Lang LaSalle, Siemens
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