iii. Smart Cities & Digital Infrastructure

Smart cities and digital infrastructure refer to the integration of data, sensors, software, and connectivity into the built environment to improve the monitoring, management, and performance of urban systems. These capabilities support more informed planning, operations, and service delivery.

Connected Infrastructure

Physical assets equipped with sensors or connectivity to collect and transmit data.

Data Platform

A system that aggregates, manages, and analyzes data from multiple urban sources.

Digital Infrastructure

The technological backbone enabling data collection, communication, and system coordination.

Internet of Things (IoT)

Networks of physical devices that collect and exchange data through embedded sensors.

Operational Visibility

The ability to observe system performance and conditions in near real time.

Sensor Network

A distributed set of devices that measure environmental or operational variables.

Smart City

An urban environment that uses digital systems to enhance efficiency, resilience, and service quality.

System Optimization

The use of data and analytics to improve performance across interconnected systems.

Urban Data

Information generated by city systems, infrastructure, and public services.