TECH & AI
spectrum of industries to provide a more sophisticated , reactive , flexible and interconnected service .
“ On a citywide scale , these technologies mean things like smart energy grids and intelligent traffic management systems , but also smart homes , too ,” Houssein adds .
So , what could our sporting events look like in a smart city ?
“ From a telecoms ’ perspective , it really is that perfect combination of IoT ’ s connectivity and 5G ’ s rich capacity of capabilities that have enabled automated systems and flows to be built across cities ”
AMR HOUSSEIN MANAGING DIRECTOR , MOBILISE
Connectivity across a city The advent of 5G has made a huge variety of new IoT-enabled technologies possible . These , when linked , can achieve an entirely interconnected network , at a level of sophistication that has never been seen before . “ The backbone of a smart city , and any smart device , is Internet of Things ( IoT ) technology . From a telecoms perspective , it really is that perfect combination of IoT ’ s connectivity and 5G ’ s rich capacity of capabilities that have enabled automated systems and flows to be built across cities ,” Houssein explains .
The capabilities of IoT present exceptional opportunities for almost all industries , but events is one of the sectors set to undergo the greatest transformation amid the rise of smart cities .
This new level of interconnectivity represents a huge potential for event organisers . They can use these futuristic technologies to create an exceptional visitor experience , thereby preserving the value of in-person attendance in the face of ever-improving online streaming .
“ Smart cities are all about using data and technology to drive efficiencies across city
104 January 2023