We all have changed the way we live, work and communicate as homes, businesses, cities continue to shift to newer and faster technologies. Internet-based advanced technologies are now the primary tool for cities and communities to gather, grow and share. There are currently 15 billion internet connected devices and the number is estimated to be 50 billion in 2020. To keep up with the demand, we need public policies that support transition from outdated networks to modern infrastructure,
A bill, AB 2395 has been passed in California to shift from outdated phone system to advanced IP-based technologies and services from 2020. This will allow them to communicate effectively, quickly and intelligently to mitigate risk and conserve resources as urban population grows. Drought-plagued California's loses over 220 billion gallons of drinking water every year. The technologies can identify risks, and collect and analyse increasingly vast amounts of data to manage important resources better.
Old networks, which can no longer support cities' future needs avert investment and resources from modern infrastructure. Therefore, it is crucial for policy-makers to support modern network technology infrastructure for exceptional data and information sharing. IP-based technologies and services can improve quality of life and sustainability of the cities.
Resources
http://cityminded.org/intersection-smart-cities-smart-state-policy-15533
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