Planning a Smart City or Infrastructure? Don’t Start with Technology
October 04, 2022
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Technological innovations are transforming our cities and infrastructure. But the promise of smart cities and infrastructure is leaving many confused, overwhelmed, or disillusioned. There is a better way. Global Lead, Smart Cities Rick Huijbregts highlights the City of Markham, Ontario as an example of how a people-centered and intelligent approach can harness the power of advanced digital technologies to create resilience and future-readiness.
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Rick is a smart cities global lead who applies innovative methodologies to enhance sustainability in built environments. He was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his work in municipal innovation in Canada.
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