This document summarizes a presentation on how investment in public infrastructure can spur real estate development. It defines key terms like infrastructure, real estate, and circular/sustainable cities. It discusses how infrastructure investment leads to economic growth and impacts real estate growth. Specifically, it notes that infrastructure priorities social needs through sectors like education and health, while economic infrastructure enables production. The right mix of public and private investment in infrastructure based on circular city models can drive real estate investment by developing efficient cities with the necessary support systems.
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Why Should Businesses Adopt Industry 4.0 Technologies?Bernard Marr
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We are only a few years into the '20s, but by any measure, it's been an eventful decade so far. It’s frequently been said that we’ve already seen five years’ worth of technology-driven change packed into the last 18 months, mostly out of necessity, since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. And artificial intelligence (AI) development certainly hasn’t lagged behind.
Back in 2019, in what seems like another lifetime, I had a stab at picking out what I thought were the most significant developments so far in the history of AI. With everything that has developed since then, I thought it would be a good idea to round up the biggest breakthroughs and most significant developments of the current decade.
Unsurprisingly, many of the biggest and most headline-grabbing developments have been in the area of healthcare. However, ongoing research has also pushed boundaries of what is possible with natural language processing and vehicle autonomy.
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Multinational e-commerce site eBay has used artificial intelligence (AI) for the last decade by training the algorithms with data sets from the previous two decades. Recent developments and enhancements to the company's services and tools have benefited from the AI algorithms getting smarter and by leveraging deep learning. Here we look at a few ways eBay uses artificial intelligence and machine learning.
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Carnival, one of the world's largest cruise lines, is also a leader in using Internet of Things technology, connected devices, and artificial intelligence to deliver an exemplary customer experience to its passengers. Ocean Medallion, a wearable device, is the key to Carnival's seamless customer experience.
Industry 4.0 – Tech Trends Driving Innovation in ManufacturingBernard Marr
Industry is currently going through a period of change that has been labeled the fourth industrial revolution – or Industry 4.0. Previous industrial revolutions brought us machinery, electricity, and computers. This fourth industrial revolution is shaping up to be even more transformational than the previous ones as we move into the age of smart interconnected machines and intelligent automation.
Why Should Businesses Adopt Industry 4.0 Technologies?Bernard Marr
Businesses should adopt Industry 4.0 technologies, because this transformative era is already here, not some concept for the future. Smart machines and interconnected devices are already working to provide many benefits to the businesses that have adopted the technologies. Those businesses that don’t may not survive.
The Biggest Artificial Intelligence Milestones Of The Decade So FarBernard Marr
We are only a few years into the '20s, but by any measure, it's been an eventful decade so far. It’s frequently been said that we’ve already seen five years’ worth of technology-driven change packed into the last 18 months, mostly out of necessity, since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. And artificial intelligence (AI) development certainly hasn’t lagged behind.
Back in 2019, in what seems like another lifetime, I had a stab at picking out what I thought were the most significant developments so far in the history of AI. With everything that has developed since then, I thought it would be a good idea to round up the biggest breakthroughs and most significant developments of the current decade.
Unsurprisingly, many of the biggest and most headline-grabbing developments have been in the area of healthcare. However, ongoing research has also pushed boundaries of what is possible with natural language processing and vehicle autonomy.
The New Global AI Arms Race: How Nations Must Compete On Artificial IntelligenceBernard Marr
As governments race to unlock AI’s potential within their countries, who is leading the pack, and who is falling behind? Get the latest research and advice about what it takes to get an advantage in the global AI arms race.
The Amazing Ways eBay Is Using Artificial Intelligence To Boost Business SuccessBernard Marr
Multinational e-commerce site eBay has used artificial intelligence (AI) for the last decade by training the algorithms with data sets from the previous two decades. Recent developments and enhancements to the company's services and tools have benefited from the AI algorithms getting smarter and by leveraging deep learning. Here we look at a few ways eBay uses artificial intelligence and machine learning.
The Amazing Ways Carnival Cruises Is Using IoT and AI To Create Smart Cities ...Bernard Marr
Carnival, one of the world's largest cruise lines, is also a leader in using Internet of Things technology, connected devices, and artificial intelligence to deliver an exemplary customer experience to its passengers. Ocean Medallion, a wearable device, is the key to Carnival's seamless customer experience.
Industry 4.0: from Factory to Smactory
It is August the 18th of 2014 when a German government official press ‘post’ on an update called: "Zukunftsprojekt Industrie 4.0”, not knowing that this Industry number will complete transform the way we traditionally did business. Where business transformation in prior times mostly affected individual entities of businesses, this transformation affects the whole business eco-system. The announcement, posted on the “Bundesministerium fur Bildung und Forschung ” or, in English, the:”Federal ministry of education and Research” quoted the following key message:
“The future project Industry 4.0 aims to enable the German industry in a position to be ready for the future of production. Industrial production will be characterized by strong personalization of products under the conditions of high flexibilised (high-volume) production, the extensive integration of customers and business partners in business and value creation processes and the coupling of production and quality services.”
Industry 4.0, where disruption meets the manufacturing industry
According the Cambridge Online Dictionary is revolution something that is: ‘a very important change in the way that people do things’ or ‘one complete circular movement of something’. That Industry 4.0 is a industrial revolution is an understatement. Industry 4.0 is a big disruption in the economy & the way we (will) do business in the future. Before deep dive directly into Industry 4.0 let us have a closer look to the road towards it...
3 Important Ways Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Your Business And Tur...Bernard Marr
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is likely to be the most powerful technology humans have ever had access to. Here we look at the three main ways AI can be used in businesses to deliver success
Germany is typically not at the top of many lists when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) leadership or investment. However, the country created an AI strategy in 2018, and several well-known, established German companies are showing that small can still be mighty. Here’s an overview of AI in Germany.
5 Major Robotics Trends To Watch For in 2019Bernard Marr
We are increasingly seeing robots becoming part of our everyday lives. Robots are no longer confined to factories but are now entering our homes and offices. Here I look at the five most significant robotics trends everyone should watch out for in 2019.
Overcoming AI Challenges with IBM’s AI LadderBernard Marr
With $16 trillion up for grabs by 2030, there’s a race to be leaders and pioneers in the brave new world of AI and automation. Across every industry, we see an acceleration in the rollout of smart, cognitive systems that promise improved customer experience and streamlined more efficient business processes.
The Top 10 Tech Trends In 2022 Everyone Must Be Ready For NowBernard Marr
What are the biggest technology trends emerging in 2020, and why are they so important? Check out this list to get my predictions for the top ten tech trends of this year.
The 10 Best AI And Data Science Undergraduate Courses For 2021Bernard Marr
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science skills are in huge demand. A global skills shortage in these fields means the job prospects for anyone with skills in AI and data science is massive. Here we look at the top ten undergraduate degree courses available today.
The Five Biggest Tech Trends Transforming Government In 2022Bernard Marr
The digital transformation of governments and public authorities has been accelerated during the global pandemic. Here we look at the key technology trends, including digital identity management, automation of public services using artificial intelligence, the increasing importance of cyber security as well as the role of national cryptocurrencies.
Talking machines are getting more and more sophisticated, and with the help of AI and machine learning, it is now possible to create high-quality, customizable synthetic speech.
The 7 Biggest Technology Trends That Will Transform Telecoms In 2020Bernard Marr
Technology is changing the way telecommunications companies operate, the services they offer and the threats they face. These technologies require telecoms to adapt infrastructure, recruit new talent and build new processes. As we prepare to begin a new decade, here are the seven biggest technology trends that will transform telecoms in 2020.
This presentation was done for our term paper where we went to two organizations namely Shwapno and The City Bank ltd of Bangladesh and conducted survey on the employees about how they were using their information systems and how much comfortable they were. a brief discussion of information systems is provided here with a discussion on nformation systems in perspective of Bangladesh.
The Future Role Of AI And The UK National AI Strategy – Insights From Profess...Bernard Marr
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Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are starting to be adopted by businesses across nearly every industry even though it's still a new technology, and there's no way of knowing all that it will enable us to do once it's matured. Here are 10 business functions that are ready to use artificial intelligence.
Emerging Technologies: Changing how we live, work and play EY-Mint Emerging ...eraser Juan José Calderón
Emerging Technologies: Changing how we live, work and play
EY-Mint Emerging Technologies Report 2019.
Una gran cantidad de tecnologías emergentes está dando forma a nuestras vidas, posiblemente a un ritmo de cambio nunca antes visto en la historia. Habilitado por el poder de cómputo barato y el acceso a grandes conjuntos de datos, las máquinas ya están haciendo un mejor trabajo que los humanos en varias áreas. Esta "inteligencia" se está alejando de las granjas de servidores centrales hacia dispositivos y cosas que pronto se convertirán en parte de nuestra vida cotidiana. Estos dispositivos potencialmente negociarán su propio camino en nuestro mundo a través de "contratos inteligentes" y sin una intervención humana significativa. La información perceptiva superpuesta sobre estos objetos del mundo real nos ayudará a salir de los dispositivos móviles que han captado nuestra atención en este mundo posterior a Internet. Lo que parece único en este momento actual es la rápida adopción de muchas de estas tecnologías habilitadoras y su potencial para trabajar juntos para cambiar nuestras vidas.
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Automation and robotics are changing the way many companies do business, and now it's changing up restaurants. Pizza companies are some of the first to really embrace automation in the food industry as they pursue ways robots can help with prep, ordering, serving and delivering to maximize efficiency, cut costs and improve service.
How Goodyear Is Using Data, Artificial Intelligence And Digital Twins To Crea...Bernard Marr
Goodyear, one of the world's leading tire manufactures, has been at the forefront of innovation for a long time. Here we look at how the company uses data, artificial intelligence, and digital twins to create the tires of the future.
Top machine learning trends for 2022 and beyondArpitGautam20
Exciting Machine Learning Trends that will emerge in 2022 & beyond and redefine the way ML Models & ML Technologies are used by enterprises. https://arsr.tech/top-machine-learning-trends-for-2022-and-beyond/
The linking of computers around the world is going to have far reaching effects, and the spread of knowledge, the interchange of ideas and the dissemination of information are going to produce a revolution in our society. Digital business use technology to create new value in business models, customer experiences and the internal capabilities that support its core operations. The term includes both digital only brands and traditional players that are transforming their businesses with digital technologies. the more important benefits derived from developing a digital business include the ability of your organization to rapidly develop and move into new markets uncover and form partnerships reach new customers and expand your brand with new and existing customers as an innovator, among many others. Digital business is about the creation of new business designs by blurring the physical and digital world. It is about the interaction and negotiations between, business, and things. A. Karthik | M. Karthikeyan | P. H. Gopikannan "Digital Business" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-6 , October 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd33644.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/marketing/33644/digital-business/a-karthik
Un estudio reportado por la Harvard Business Review muestra las tres estrategias encontradas para explotar totalmente las capacidades de Big Data y Analytics en una organización, estas son: 1) identificar, combinar y manejar múltiples fuentes de datos. 2) Construir modelos analíticos avanzados para predecir y optimizar resultados. 3) Transformar las capacidades de la organización de tal forma que los datos utilizados y el análisis de los mismos lleven a tomar mejores decisiones. El modelo de Cloud computing sirve para cada uno de las capacidades anteriormente mencionadas.
Ramping Up Information and Communications Technology for DevelopmentOlivier Serrat
ADB's ICTD Team Work Plan, 2016–2017 aims to identify ICT options in ADB's operations, diversify ICT portfolios in ADB's operations, develop ADB's capacity for ICT operations, and leverage knowledge partnerships in ICT.
Concept note on 100 Indian smart citiesPhani Mohan K
The 35-page blue print includes various suggestions on operational procedures, approval process for proposals, nature and extent of Central Government support on financing, capacity building, which would be useful for further discussions.
It outlines in detail about the several facilities that would be developed in smart cities including reliable utility services,efficient social infrastructure and a smart transport system, which would restrict the travel time within the city to 30 to 45 minutes, 100 per cent coverage of road network with storm water drainage network and 100 per cent access to toilets.
All smart cities will need to have a master plan valid for the next 10 years in addition to having digitised spatial maps, regularly updated open data platforms, amongst other benchmarks specified in the Annexures of the concept note.
Physical infrastructure such as the urban mobility system, the housing stock, energy system, water supply system, drainage system, solid waste management and sewerage system etc will have to be integrated through the use of geospatial technology.
Universal access to electricity and water 24 X 7 will be a given.
The municipal offices will have to be fully automated so that citizens have the ability to seek and the municipal offices the ability to deliver services in real time, through IT based facilities.
In terms of social infrastructure, good and high quality education, healthcare and entertainment services are essential.
Adoption of energy-efficient and environmentally benign practices in the use of building material, transport system, sewerage and water supply systems, street lighting, air-conditioning systems and energy consumption in buildings will be non-negotiable.
The document also states that a city having a population of up to 40 lakh or more, cities of tourist and religious importance and select cities which have a population of less than 10 lakh and all state and union territory capitals will get an opportunity to nominate a satellite city for the “Smart City” project.
“In Delhi, it is being proposed that DDA will develop a new smart city through the land pooling scheme as a demonstratively and the NDMC area may be considered for demonstrating all the components of smart cities,” the note says.
While a strong citizen participation in decision-making will be crucial for smart cities, a principle of ‘governance by incentives rather than governance by enforcement’ has to be adopted.
A national urbanization policy would be crucial for guiding the national government financial support to smart cities.
The release of concept note is followed by a National Conclave of States and Union Territories, which is being held on Friday, September 12 to invite suggestions on the blue print.
Industry 4.0: from Factory to Smactory
It is August the 18th of 2014 when a German government official press ‘post’ on an update called: "Zukunftsprojekt Industrie 4.0”, not knowing that this Industry number will complete transform the way we traditionally did business. Where business transformation in prior times mostly affected individual entities of businesses, this transformation affects the whole business eco-system. The announcement, posted on the “Bundesministerium fur Bildung und Forschung ” or, in English, the:”Federal ministry of education and Research” quoted the following key message:
“The future project Industry 4.0 aims to enable the German industry in a position to be ready for the future of production. Industrial production will be characterized by strong personalization of products under the conditions of high flexibilised (high-volume) production, the extensive integration of customers and business partners in business and value creation processes and the coupling of production and quality services.”
Industry 4.0, where disruption meets the manufacturing industry
According the Cambridge Online Dictionary is revolution something that is: ‘a very important change in the way that people do things’ or ‘one complete circular movement of something’. That Industry 4.0 is a industrial revolution is an understatement. Industry 4.0 is a big disruption in the economy & the way we (will) do business in the future. Before deep dive directly into Industry 4.0 let us have a closer look to the road towards it...
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is likely to be the most powerful technology humans have ever had access to. Here we look at the three main ways AI can be used in businesses to deliver success
Germany is typically not at the top of many lists when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) leadership or investment. However, the country created an AI strategy in 2018, and several well-known, established German companies are showing that small can still be mighty. Here’s an overview of AI in Germany.
5 Major Robotics Trends To Watch For in 2019Bernard Marr
We are increasingly seeing robots becoming part of our everyday lives. Robots are no longer confined to factories but are now entering our homes and offices. Here I look at the five most significant robotics trends everyone should watch out for in 2019.
Overcoming AI Challenges with IBM’s AI LadderBernard Marr
With $16 trillion up for grabs by 2030, there’s a race to be leaders and pioneers in the brave new world of AI and automation. Across every industry, we see an acceleration in the rollout of smart, cognitive systems that promise improved customer experience and streamlined more efficient business processes.
The Top 10 Tech Trends In 2022 Everyone Must Be Ready For NowBernard Marr
What are the biggest technology trends emerging in 2020, and why are they so important? Check out this list to get my predictions for the top ten tech trends of this year.
The 10 Best AI And Data Science Undergraduate Courses For 2021Bernard Marr
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The Five Biggest Tech Trends Transforming Government In 2022Bernard Marr
The digital transformation of governments and public authorities has been accelerated during the global pandemic. Here we look at the key technology trends, including digital identity management, automation of public services using artificial intelligence, the increasing importance of cyber security as well as the role of national cryptocurrencies.
Talking machines are getting more and more sophisticated, and with the help of AI and machine learning, it is now possible to create high-quality, customizable synthetic speech.
The 7 Biggest Technology Trends That Will Transform Telecoms In 2020Bernard Marr
Technology is changing the way telecommunications companies operate, the services they offer and the threats they face. These technologies require telecoms to adapt infrastructure, recruit new talent and build new processes. As we prepare to begin a new decade, here are the seven biggest technology trends that will transform telecoms in 2020.
This presentation was done for our term paper where we went to two organizations namely Shwapno and The City Bank ltd of Bangladesh and conducted survey on the employees about how they were using their information systems and how much comfortable they were. a brief discussion of information systems is provided here with a discussion on nformation systems in perspective of Bangladesh.
The Future Role Of AI And The UK National AI Strategy – Insights From Profess...Bernard Marr
This article captures the key insights from an interview with Professor Mark Girolami, the first chief scientist of the Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national institute for data science and artificial intelligence.
10 Business Functions That Are Ready To Use Artificial IntelligenceBernard Marr
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are starting to be adopted by businesses across nearly every industry even though it's still a new technology, and there's no way of knowing all that it will enable us to do once it's matured. Here are 10 business functions that are ready to use artificial intelligence.
Emerging Technologies: Changing how we live, work and play EY-Mint Emerging ...eraser Juan José Calderón
Emerging Technologies: Changing how we live, work and play
EY-Mint Emerging Technologies Report 2019.
Una gran cantidad de tecnologías emergentes está dando forma a nuestras vidas, posiblemente a un ritmo de cambio nunca antes visto en la historia. Habilitado por el poder de cómputo barato y el acceso a grandes conjuntos de datos, las máquinas ya están haciendo un mejor trabajo que los humanos en varias áreas. Esta "inteligencia" se está alejando de las granjas de servidores centrales hacia dispositivos y cosas que pronto se convertirán en parte de nuestra vida cotidiana. Estos dispositivos potencialmente negociarán su propio camino en nuestro mundo a través de "contratos inteligentes" y sin una intervención humana significativa. La información perceptiva superpuesta sobre estos objetos del mundo real nos ayudará a salir de los dispositivos móviles que han captado nuestra atención en este mundo posterior a Internet. Lo que parece único en este momento actual es la rápida adopción de muchas de estas tecnologías habilitadoras y su potencial para trabajar juntos para cambiar nuestras vidas.
Robot-Powered Pizza, Anyone? How Automation Is Transforming The Fast-Food Ind...Bernard Marr
Automation and robotics are changing the way many companies do business, and now it's changing up restaurants. Pizza companies are some of the first to really embrace automation in the food industry as they pursue ways robots can help with prep, ordering, serving and delivering to maximize efficiency, cut costs and improve service.
How Goodyear Is Using Data, Artificial Intelligence And Digital Twins To Crea...Bernard Marr
Goodyear, one of the world's leading tire manufactures, has been at the forefront of innovation for a long time. Here we look at how the company uses data, artificial intelligence, and digital twins to create the tires of the future.
Top machine learning trends for 2022 and beyondArpitGautam20
Exciting Machine Learning Trends that will emerge in 2022 & beyond and redefine the way ML Models & ML Technologies are used by enterprises. https://arsr.tech/top-machine-learning-trends-for-2022-and-beyond/
The linking of computers around the world is going to have far reaching effects, and the spread of knowledge, the interchange of ideas and the dissemination of information are going to produce a revolution in our society. Digital business use technology to create new value in business models, customer experiences and the internal capabilities that support its core operations. The term includes both digital only brands and traditional players that are transforming their businesses with digital technologies. the more important benefits derived from developing a digital business include the ability of your organization to rapidly develop and move into new markets uncover and form partnerships reach new customers and expand your brand with new and existing customers as an innovator, among many others. Digital business is about the creation of new business designs by blurring the physical and digital world. It is about the interaction and negotiations between, business, and things. A. Karthik | M. Karthikeyan | P. H. Gopikannan "Digital Business" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-6 , October 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd33644.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/management/marketing/33644/digital-business/a-karthik
Un estudio reportado por la Harvard Business Review muestra las tres estrategias encontradas para explotar totalmente las capacidades de Big Data y Analytics en una organización, estas son: 1) identificar, combinar y manejar múltiples fuentes de datos. 2) Construir modelos analíticos avanzados para predecir y optimizar resultados. 3) Transformar las capacidades de la organización de tal forma que los datos utilizados y el análisis de los mismos lleven a tomar mejores decisiones. El modelo de Cloud computing sirve para cada uno de las capacidades anteriormente mencionadas.
Ramping Up Information and Communications Technology for DevelopmentOlivier Serrat
ADB's ICTD Team Work Plan, 2016–2017 aims to identify ICT options in ADB's operations, diversify ICT portfolios in ADB's operations, develop ADB's capacity for ICT operations, and leverage knowledge partnerships in ICT.
Concept note on 100 Indian smart citiesPhani Mohan K
The 35-page blue print includes various suggestions on operational procedures, approval process for proposals, nature and extent of Central Government support on financing, capacity building, which would be useful for further discussions.
It outlines in detail about the several facilities that would be developed in smart cities including reliable utility services,efficient social infrastructure and a smart transport system, which would restrict the travel time within the city to 30 to 45 minutes, 100 per cent coverage of road network with storm water drainage network and 100 per cent access to toilets.
All smart cities will need to have a master plan valid for the next 10 years in addition to having digitised spatial maps, regularly updated open data platforms, amongst other benchmarks specified in the Annexures of the concept note.
Physical infrastructure such as the urban mobility system, the housing stock, energy system, water supply system, drainage system, solid waste management and sewerage system etc will have to be integrated through the use of geospatial technology.
Universal access to electricity and water 24 X 7 will be a given.
The municipal offices will have to be fully automated so that citizens have the ability to seek and the municipal offices the ability to deliver services in real time, through IT based facilities.
In terms of social infrastructure, good and high quality education, healthcare and entertainment services are essential.
Adoption of energy-efficient and environmentally benign practices in the use of building material, transport system, sewerage and water supply systems, street lighting, air-conditioning systems and energy consumption in buildings will be non-negotiable.
The document also states that a city having a population of up to 40 lakh or more, cities of tourist and religious importance and select cities which have a population of less than 10 lakh and all state and union territory capitals will get an opportunity to nominate a satellite city for the “Smart City” project.
“In Delhi, it is being proposed that DDA will develop a new smart city through the land pooling scheme as a demonstratively and the NDMC area may be considered for demonstrating all the components of smart cities,” the note says.
While a strong citizen participation in decision-making will be crucial for smart cities, a principle of ‘governance by incentives rather than governance by enforcement’ has to be adopted.
A national urbanization policy would be crucial for guiding the national government financial support to smart cities.
The release of concept note is followed by a National Conclave of States and Union Territories, which is being held on Friday, September 12 to invite suggestions on the blue print.
Developing Africa’s Infrastructure for Enhanced Competitiveness 2013Dr Lendy Spires
The Africa Competitiveness Report 2013 benefit from globalization through investment and trade. To achieve this calls for the construction of an efficient and secure national and cross-border physical infrastructure as well as a coherent system of regulation for business transactions.3 Infrastructure is also critical for the promotion of inclusive and sustainable growth. Rural infrastructure— notably feeder roads and transmission lines that connect rural communities to national grids—enable individuals, households, communities, and small businesses to embark on income-generating activities thanks to improved access to electricity and links to markets. The use of renewable energy or environment-friendly sources of energy—including solar, wind, geothermal, and hydropower, with all of which Africa is well endowed— would contribute to making growth sustainable. A considerable investment in infrastructure that uses innovative sources of funding is needed to address Africa’s low level of competitiveness (see Chapter 1.1). Indeed, the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA) estimates that Africa will need to invest up to US$93 billion annually until 2020 for both capital investment and maintenance.4 Given the substantial amounts involved, governments will need to be innovative in the search for sustainable approaches to infrastructure development as well as financing. The private sector will need to play an increasingly important role. Governments will do well to create conditions where private-sector engagement is encouraged, probably through public-private partnerships (PPPs). Efficiency gains from performance improvements in infrastructure provision are themselves a significant source of finance,5 and the development of infrastructure bonds as a financing vehicle will need to be encouraged. Adequate maintenance plans are prerequisites for sustainable infrastructure. Maintenance is not only corrective but also preventative because it inspects assets and reduces the risk of failure. Costs associated with statutory maintenance can be substantial—even considerably larger than the value of the asset—yet providing for these maintenance costs is crucial. Without adequate maintenance, infrastructure deteriorates quickly and is unsustainable. Indeed, the longer-term performance of the ICT sector should be reviewed in light of the adequacy of maintenance plans. Thus far, ICT sector performance has been good, albeit from a low base.
As in the real world, the digital economy has also thrown up its share of shifting buzzwords. From ‘e-Commerce’ and ‘dot.com’ at the turn of the century, the last couple of years have thrown up ‘ICT’ as the all encompassing technology and for business the newest buzz is undoubtedly ‘outsourcing’. Rarely has a single trend impacted global business and industry these last few years as much as outsourcing or ‘off-shoring’ as it is referred to in the US. Coming along with the compulsions of globalisation mandated by the WTO agreements it has helped develop new markets, improved bottom lines, expanded the range of goods and services and pulled the planet together into a tighter-knit community. This opportunity of outsourcing from the perspective of developing economies is ICT services export.
Innovation ecosystem potential & performance in Africa (abstract)Mondher Khanfir
While Innovation ecosystem is embedded into manufacturing Industry in developped countries, it's rather based on startups ecosystem in Africa. To measure innovation potential, and from there the overall performance, requires a specific methodology and scoring model. This is the rationale of this research work, that reveales not only the African Startups Ecosytems ranking, but also proposes an assesment tool for innovation public policy. A case study on Tunisia is given as illustration in this report.
UN Sustainable Development Goals 2016 - 30 : Sourcing funds from the private sector to fund infrastructural development projects in the developing economies.
Brigade Insignia offers meticulously designed apartments with modern architecture and premium finishes. The project features spacious 3,3.5,4 and 5 BHK units, each thoughtfully planned to provide maximum comfort, natural light, and ventilation.
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Simpolo Tiles & Bathware
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Referans Bahcesehir which is being constructed, in the center of the most regional destination as Bahçeşehir, shines out with its central location and unique landscape including social facilities such as a fitness center, sauna, sports facilities, children’s playground and recreational areas.
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Welcome to KA Housing, a distinguished real estate development nestled in the heart of Eyüpsultan, one of Istanbul’s most promising districts.
Just 10 minutes from the bustling city center, Eyüpsultan offers a serene escape with the convenience of urban living. The direct metro line ensures seamless connectivity to all parts of Istanbul, making it an ideal location for residents who seek both tranquility and vibrancy.
KA Housing boasts unparalleled accessibility, with proximity to Istanbul Airport only 30 minutes away, facilitating easy international travel. Effortless city access is guaranteed by direct metro and transportation links to Istanbul’s cultural and commercial hubs. Quick access to key metro lines connects you to every corner of the city within minutes, making commuting and exploring the city hassle-free.
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KA Housing represents a prime investment opportunity with limited availability in a high-demand area, ensuring enduring value and potential for lucrative returns. Homes in this development provide exceptional value without compromising on quality, offering affordable luxury for discerning buyers. The construction is of the highest quality, built to the latest seismic and disaster resistance standards, ensuring safety and resilience.
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Sense Levent offers a luxurious living experience in the heart of Istanbul’s vibrant Levent district.
This cutting-edge development seamlessly integrates modern design with natural elements, featuring live evergreen plants maintained by an advanced irrigation system, ensuring lush greenery year-round.
The building’s elegant ceramic balconies are both stylish and durable, enhancing the overall aesthetic and functionality. Residents can enjoy the 700m Sky Lounge, which provides breathtaking views of Istanbul and a perfect space to relax and unwind.
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Designed with young professionals in mind, Sense Levent features 1+1 and 2+1 units with smart floor plans and balconies. The project promises high investment returns, with an expected annual return of 6.5-7%, significantly above Istanbul’s average ROI.
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Fmce africa mko's presentation - 13102020
1. FMCE AFRICA 2020
VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
FACILITY MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION
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WORKING TOGETHER TO ACCELERATE
ADOPTION OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
ACROSS AFRICA.
13- 14 OCTOBER 2020
How investment in
public infrastructure
can spur the real
estate industry.
By
Dr. MKO Balogun
13th October, 2020
2. FMCE Africa | 2020
THEMES
• Definition of terms
• Infrastructure and economic growth
• Real Estate and Economic Growth
• How investment in infrastructure affects Real Estate development and growth
• What kind of investment – PPP, Public or Private solely?
• Q & A
4. FMCE Africa | 2020
Definition of Terms
Infrastructure
Infrastructure is the general term for the basic physical systems of a business, region, or nation. Examples of
infrastructure include transportation systems, communication networks, sewage, water, and electric systems. These
systems tend to be capital intensive and high-cost investments, and are vital to a country's economic development
and prosperity.
Projects related to infrastructure improvements may be funded publicly, privately, or through public private
partnerships. In economic terms, infrastructure often involves the production of public goods – social services.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
• Infrastructure are the basic systems that undergird the structure of the economy.
• Examples of infrastructure include transportation facilities, telecommunications networks, and water supplies.
• Large scale infrastructure is usually produced by the public sector or publicly regulated monopolies, but at smaller
scales infrastructure can often be produced by private firms or through local collective action.
• As an investment, infrastructure tends to be less volatile than some other asset classes and is sometimes sought
as an investment.
By JIM CHAPPELOW - INVESTOPEDIA
5. FMCE Africa | 2020
Definition of Terms
Infrastructure
Types of Infrastructure
Soft Infrastructure
These types of infrastructure make up institutions that help maintain the economy. These usually require human
capital and help deliver certain services to the population. Examples include the healthcare system, financial
institutions, governmental systems, law enforcement, and education systems.
Hard Infrastructure
Examples include roads, highways, bridges, as well as the capital/assets needed to make them operational (transit
buses, vehicles, oil rigs/refineries).
Critical Infrastructure
These are assets defined by a government as being essential to the functioning of a society and economy, such as
facilities for shelter and heating, telecommunication, public health, agriculture,. Along with the aforementioned
sectors, infrastructure includes waste disposal services, such as garbage pickup and local dumps. Certain
administrative functions, often covered by various government agencies, are also considered part of the
infrastructure. Educational and healthcare facilities may also be included, along with specific research and
development functions and necessary training facilities.
6. FMCE Africa | 2020
Definition of Terms
Infrastructure
Special Considerations
IT Infrastructure
Many technical systems are often referred to as infrastructures, such as networking equipment and servers, due to
the critical function they provide within specific business environments. Without the information technology (IT)
infrastructure, many businesses struggle to share and move data in a way that promotes efficiency within the
workplace. If IT infrastructure fails, many business functions cannot be performed.
Private Investment in Public Infrastructure
Sometimes private companies choose to invest in a country's infrastructure development as part of a business
expansion effort. For example, an energy company may build pipelines and railways in a country where it wants to
refine petroleum. This investment can benefit both the company and the country.
8. FMCE Africa | 2020
Infrastructure and Economic Growth
According to - Katherine Davisson - Head of Shaping the Future of Cities, Infrastructure and Urban Services, and Joseph Losavio, Community Specialist,
Infrastructure and Development Initiatives, both of World Economic Forum in their article on infrastructure and economic growth
• Low and middle-income countries could see $4 return for every $1 spent on building infrastructure that focuses on
long-term resilience.
The economic fallout caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is forcing governments around the world to come up with
policies for stimulating the global economy. Many are considering a tried-and-true method to boost economies in the
short-term and provide wide societal benefits in the long term: infrastructure investment.
Countries around the globe are set to launch the biggest round of infrastructure investment since the post-2008
financial crisis stimulus measures. It's easy to see why: the demand is enormous. The world is on-trend to face a $15
Trillion gab between the infrastructure investment needed and the amount provided by 2040. On the supply side,
when 1% of GDP is invested in infrastructure, economic output increases by about 0.4% in the same year and by 1.5%
four years later.
Economically, the case for technologically advanced, resilient and sustainable infrastructure is clear. Low and middle-
income countries alone could see a net benefit of $4.2trillion from investing in infrastructure that prioritizes future-
focused resiliency. That's a $4 return for every $1 spent.
Integrating new technologies during the design, construction and operational phase of an infrastructure asset can
significantly lower the cost while improving the functionality.
10. FMCE Africa | 2020
Real Estate
Real Estate is a conversion of an asset to economic use through transformation
for the economic, social, emotional benefit of investors and users as well as their
safety and stem, financial institutions, governmental systems, law enforcement,
and education systems.
Real Estate plays an integral role in any economy. Residential real estate provides
housing for families. It's the greatest source of wealth and savings for many
Americans. Commercial real estate, which includes apartment buildings, creates
jobs and spaces for retail, offices, and manufacturing. Real estate business and
investment provide a source of revenue for millions.
Real Estate leads to development of cities and cities to development of nations
11. FMCE Africa | 2020
Real Estate
The economic impact of real estate is huge – the 1990 global recession was
caused by real estate
How do we improve the development of cities with development of value based
real estate and its accompanying infrastructure framework? – The ideas of
Circular and sustainable cities
What are the major infrastructures needed to ensure cities developed efficiently
and adequately leading to boost in real estate investment?
What infrastructures are social – public and which are economic – which private
investment can go to?
12. FMCE Africa | 2020
Circular Economy
“A circular economy describes an economic system that is based on
business models which replace the ‘endof-life’ concept with
reducing, alternatively reusing, recycling and recovering materials
in production/distribution and consumption processes, thus
operating at the micro level (products, companies, consumers),
meso level (eco-industrial parks) and macro level (city, region,
nation and beyond), with the aim to accomplish sustainable
development, which implies creating environmental quality,
economic prosperity and social equity, to the benefit of current and
future generations.”
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Circular City
“According to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a circular city
embeds the principles of a circular economy across all of its
functions, establishing an urban system that is regenerative and
restorative by design. In such a city, the idea of waste is
eliminated, with assets kept at their highest levels of utility at all
times and the use of digital technologies a vital process enabler.
A circular city aims to generate prosperity and economic
resilience for itself and its citizens, while decoupling value
creation from the consumption of finite resources.”
15. FMCE Africa | 2020
Examples of counties working on Circular Cities
1. Rwanda
2. South Africa
3. Morocco
4. US
5. Wales
6. Scotland
7. Netherlands
8. China
9. South Korea
10. Denmark
17. FMCE Africa | 2020
Sustainable City
Sustainable cities, also referred to as an eco-cities, work towards creating
environmentally, economically, and socially resilient surroundings for their
citizens without compromising the needs of the future generation to thrive in the
same environment. According to the Sustainable Cities Index, sustainable cities
can be evaluated on three parameters that can be summed up as such:
•Profit
The profit factor measures the value of real estate and the ease of starting and
running businesses.
•People
The people index focuses on the living standard of the people, literacy, education,
and health.
•Planet
The planet factor focuses on transportation, water, sanitation, air pollution, and
carbon emission among other factors.
18. FMCE Africa | 2020
Examples of Sustainable Cities
1. London
2. Stockholm
3. Edinburg
4. Singapore
5. Vienna
6. Zurich
7. Munich
8. Oslo
9. Hong Kong
10. Frankfurt
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Impact of Real Estate & impact on infrastructure
Urbanization
Between 1900 and 2015 urbanization population increased from 14% to 54% and
it is projected to rise to 66% by 2050
Waste Generation
Waste generated in cities was 1.3b tonnes in 2012 to grow to 2.2 billion Tonnes
in 2025
Energy
More than two-third of the worlds energy is consumed in cities accounting for
70% of Global CO2 emissions
21. FMCE Africa | 2020
Social Infrastructure
Social infrastructure are basic services needed for a city or community to
function and support their quality of life, and usually free.
Examples
• Education
• Transport – roads and transport
• Health
• Housing
• Sports and recreation centres
• Public safety & justice system
• Public water supply
• Waste disposal and management
.
22. FMCE Africa | 2020
Economic Infrastructure
Economic infrastructure supports economic activity and directly benefit the
process of production and distribution of an economy.
Examples
• Technology & communication
• Financial services
• Power & Energy
• Large transport – airports, major roads – interstate or intercity
• Environment
• Standards and rules
.
23. FMCE Africa | 2020
Investment Required and Impact
As stated in earlier slides there are 2 types of infrastructure and meaning there
will be 2 types of investment required, often times investment is misplace where
public funds are invested in economic infrastructure at the detriment of social
infrastructure because of government drive for revenue through taxes. However,
private investment in form of PPPs can work to deliver the needed economic
infrastructure to develop citied leading to the drive for real estate investment.
In Africa most investors most of the times invest in social infrastructure around
their projects such as medical, roads, water etc, at the basic level this are social
which must be delivered by government. It is also imperative for real estate
investors to focus on sustainable development or circular city development to
create efficient cities and provide needed infrastructure to support their
investment
24. FMCE Africa | 2020
Investment Required and Impact
One of the major challenges of real estate development in most cities in Africa is lack
of city planning and the desire of the investors to take advantage of that rather than
work with local authorities to create a city master plan, invest in appropriate
infrastructure to develop cities that will ensure return on investment.
I am confident there are huge capital available globally to support development of
appropriate city models that will create value for the real estate investors on the
medium and long term.
There is huge opportunity for real estate growth has demand for housing, buildings,
retails centers, airports, etc will continue to increase with population increase. The
right mix of both public and private investment in infrastructure properly utilized
based on a sustainable city model will spur real estate investment.
25.
26. FMCE Africa | 2020
References
• https://www.worldatlas.com/articles/the-world-s-most-sustainable-
cities.html
• https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-
work/activities/circular-economy-in-cities
• https://www.thebalance.com/how-does-real-estate-affect-the-u-s-
economy-3306018
• Circular Economy in Cities Evolving the model for a sustainable urban future in collaboration
with PwC – A white paper by World Economic Forum
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