A key challenge in technology

Where does smart technology make a real difference and when is it a gimmick?

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As the Internet of Things continues to permeate more areas of modern life, we’ve begun to see the rise of the “smart city.” These urban areas leverage IoT technology like sensors and beacons to collect data and better manage a city’s resources, services and operations. This ultimately makes a city safer and can improve the quality of life for residents. What smart tech do you consider worthwhile to add to our urban system, or perhaps it’s a gimmick?

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Gimmick or Smart?

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You have to prioritise investment into smart urban tech, what do you invest in?

The challenge As the Internet of Things continues to permeate more areas of modern life, we’ve begun to see the rise of the “smart city.” These urban areas leverage IoT technology like sensors and beacons to collect data and better manage a city’s resources, services and operations. This ultimately makes a city safer and can improve the quality of life for residents.

Instructions Select which urban tech is smart, and what you think is a fleeting gimmick

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