Results for tag: "Smart Communities"

The Smart Communities market is a subset of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) industries. It focuses on the development of connected technologies that enable cities, towns, and other communities to become more efficient, sustainable, and livable. Smart Communities solutions are designed to improve the quality of life for citizens by providing access to services such as energy management, transportation, healthcare, and public safety. These solutions are typically based on a combination of sensors, networks, and analytics, and are often deployed in the form of smart grids, smart buildings, and smart cities. Companies in the Smart Communities market include Cisco Systems, IBM, Microsoft, Siemens, Schneider Electric, and Hitachi. Show Less Read more