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Innovation and technology moves fast whereas governments have to follow those lengthy approval protocols and what not. Upon partnering with private sector technology companies, from the government's perspective, the chances of getting equipped with that technology know-how for a smart city, increases considerably. Involvement of private sector ensures that the technology used, succeeds in resolving the problems that cities face

The idea of a smart city, however, is rooted in planned urban development: the UN estimates more than 50% of the world's population to live in cities by 2050; in this light, it becomes imperative for governments and civic bodies to consider planned communities built using accessible technology, and becoming models for efficient urban administration.

Qatar needs to address the issue of sustainability degree and cost-effectiveness along with smart city ambition. Qatar's environmental record has been improving over the past several years, but it is still among the top consumers of productive land and water, states a new report from the World Wildlife Fund. With Its 2030 vision and its baby steps towards advanced infrastructure, the concern still remains of sustainability.

UNStudio invites change with their design for the Brainport Smart District in Netherland, proposing a flexible, collaborative model that integrates urban, nature and agriculture. Check out the story here…

As part of the Varanasi Smart City Mission, Design Factory India creates the Varanasi Outdoor Museum - an outdoor experience on these ghats that not only celebrates the city's vibrant history but also provides a uniform visual identity for visitors - a placemaking project!