ICT drives 'the urban century'

Information and communication and innovation will enable a more sustainable approach to designing, building and operating cities to overcome the challenge of population growth and accelerating urbanisation, according to the global consultancy Ovum.

The most of rich agricultural land

To make the most of rich agricultural land, IBM proposes ‘Smart Food’ research to accurately plan seasonal planting and water use and as well improve food traceability.

Digital city strategies include internet protocol network infrastructure, e-government services, and the digitisation of processes and systems in urban planning, transport, healthcare, education, utilities and buildings.

The report proposes that governments consider building their own cloud computing centres in order to provide e-government services domestically as then as explore opportunities to export digital goods and services.

However, no matter how old or a new a city is, competitive pressures on the global stage will force them to embrace digital innovation.

Backbone for communication

Global research providers just as Cisco Systems now offer public-private partnership models to help cities build IP infrastructure as a backbone for communication and services to citizens.

In the newly created city of Songdo, South Korea, Cisco is using its programme called Smart+Connected Communities to create IP networks and IT systems covering all aspects of infrastructure and operations - in utilities, transport, hospitals, schools, offices, and homes. The city will feature an integrated control centre for all essential and emergency services.

Siamrak Co, a producer and exporter of home fragrances, has applied audio innovation produced by Wat Na Pah Pong to teach Dhamma of Lord Buddha to staff.