This document discusses the concept of "smart cities" and focuses on smart utilities. It notes that sensors are increasingly being used to collect data from utilities like water and transportation networks. When these sensors are connected through various protocols and their data analyzed, it enables utilities to become smarter. This could transform the utility network and redefine the roles of both utilities and end-customers to allow for more choice, management, and optimization of resources and assets. However, issues around data sharing, value creation, and ensuring inclusiveness need to be addressed for smart utilities to achieve their full potential.