SMART CITIES
54 are being created as a response to the efficiency and cost reduction opportunities that a self-optimising , connected building can offer . Increasingly , regulations are put in place stipulating tougher energy efficiency targets ; smart building technology makes it possible to meet these targets .”
But cities are vast . And with each having its own specific requirements – and range of technologies – how to best implement those innovations is key . Martin explains that collaboration and interconnectivity are vital components of any connected network . There are , he
“ In a recent survey1 more than two out of three people said that interoperability of systems was a key component of a smart city ”
— Martin Woolley , Developer Relations Manager , EMEA Bluetooth SIG
says , billions of devices currently on the market , each bringing a growing demand for connectivity and interoperability . The latter is essential for creating systems that can incorporate many of these devices from a range of manufacturers , and for a host of different urban applications .
“ In a recent survey more than two out of three people said that interoperability of systems was a key component of a smart city ,”
AUGUST 2018