The document discusses the Civic Beacon Programme, which uses beacons to give things a personality and generate new businesses by allowing things to communicate with people. It aims to make 1000s of businesses and 100s of exits across several sectors like mobility, tourism, retail, environment, fintech, and healthcare. The programme began in 2015 with an education programme, installation of an open beacon network, gathering of followers, and stimulation of businesses. It established the first open data beacon network called "The Beacon Mile" to keep local talent.