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Challenge Accepted: NCS Reimagines What’s Possible
NCS has long held the belief that its most meaningful impact lies in the spaces where others hesitate to tread. With the launch of its new brand campaign, “Challenge Us,” the company is reaffirming this conviction and extending an open invitation for clients to push further.
Robyn Francis
25.08.25 06:25 AM - Comment(s)
Planning and Design Across Transport Modes
Smarter transport design event explores future-ready, sustainable mobility with digital, data & decarbonisation, shaping connected cities.
Robyn Francis
25.08.25 05:54 AM - Comment(s)
GHD Joins Smart Cities Council Asia Pacific
Smart Cities Council Asia Pacific has welcomed GHD as a new member - a partnership set to accelerate progress on the pressing challenges facing cities across the region.
Robyn Francis
21.08.25 03:52 AM - Comment(s)
Join us at Zigurat ConstruWeek for all things BIM
Join the online event where BIM’s next chapter is written and drive the future of digital construction.
Alexis
20.08.25 06:54 AM - Comment(s)
Is the USD back? Download the Convera Global FX Outlook for August
For businesses managing international payments or currency exposures, August is shaping up to be a pivotal month. Download the Convera Global FX Outlook for detailed analysis, currency forecasts, and risk management strategies for the month ahead.
Robyn Francis
14.08.25 12:28 AM - Comment(s)
Smart Talent AI Expands Global Role with Smart Cities Council
Smart Talent AI has taken a major step in its global journey, becoming a Global Private Sector Member of Smart Cities Council (SCC). The move cements the company’s place in an international network dedicated to solving complex urban challenges through data, technology, and talent innovation.
Robyn Francis
12.08.25 10:49 PM - Comment(s)
Thriving in Extremes: Reflections from the 2025 Australian Water Association North Queensland Conference
The reality of water management is that it swings from too much to too little in hours. Against this backdrop, the Australian Water Association’s North Queensland Conference (7–8 August 2025) set the theme: “The Water Rollercoaster: Thriving in Extremes.”
Robyn Francis
11.08.25 11:30 PM - Comment(s)
Unlocking Productivity Through Systems Approaches for the Built Environment
Fragmented thinking and short-term fixes slow infrastructure productivity, but systems approaches—spotlighted at the 2025 TIP Summit—are vital for resilient, integrated urban solutions amid climate and social challenges. Discover how better thinking can transform outcomes for people and place.
Robyn Francis
08.08.25 04:35 AM - Comment(s)
Digging Deeper into Digitalisation
In this week’s Smart Cities Council webinar, four leading voices in digital infrastructure came together to strip away labels and tackle the real-world complexities of digitalisation.
Robyn Francis
07.08.25 05:26 AM - Comment(s)
Welcome Andrej Mocicka: Championing the Role of Geospatial Intelligence in Smart Cities
Smart Cities Council is pleased to welcome Andrej Mocicka, Country Manager for 1Spatial Australia, as our newest Professional Member.
Robyn Francis
06.08.25 03:39 AM - Comment(s)
Driving Real-World Results in Smart Infrastructure and Utilities
Smart Cities Council welcomes Nucleus3 as a member, bringing with them a powerful combination of strategy, delivery, and innovation to help cities and essential services achieve smarter, more connected outcomes.
Robyn Francis
05.08.25 12:12 AM - Comment(s)
Welcome Party Onbici: Making Cycling Social, Safer, and Smarter 
Party Onbici meets that challenge with a unique blend of technology, community engagement, and data insight.
Robyn Francis
04.08.25 04:35 AM - Comment(s)
PwC Strategic Partnership with Smart Cities Council
This partnership enhances the opportunities of SCC to support the transformation of this rapidly developing region.
Alexis
30.07.25 01:43 PM - Comment(s)
What's Smart: Overseas Insights Edition
Discover overseas innovations delivering practical lessons for New Zealand in this Smart Cities Council episode of "What’s Smart".
Robyn Francis
23.07.25 01:01 AM - Comment(s)
Smart and Sustainable Territories: CTIS joins Smart Cities Council
Based in Bogotá, Colombia, the Corporation for Smart and Sustainable Territories (CTIS) is dedicated to shaping a future where technology and humanity thrive together, fostering strong, fair communities that prioritize the well-being of all.
Robyn Francis
22.07.25 05:56 AM - Comment(s)
Building the Future: From Urban Imagination to Intelligent Realities

Smart Cities Innovation Forum San Francisco, California, Wednesday, June 25, 2025


The Smart Cities Council hosted a dynamic and forward-facing Innovation Forum during Deep Tech Week in San Francisco on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 25, 2025, assembling leading voices from academia, government, ind...

Alexis
18.07.25 09:17 AM - Comment(s)
When Governments Create Opportunities for Everyone in Smart Evolution
In the United States there exists many governmental and non-profit entities that serve to promote digital and innovation inclusion.
Alexis
18.07.25 05:34 AM - Comment(s)
Early Bird Discount for online Smart Cities Introductory Course
Register now for the updated Smart Cities Introductory Course - available in August - and receive a 20% discount
Alexis
09.07.25 08:34 AM - Comment(s)
Data: The Backbone of Tomorrow’s Cities
With over a decade of experience in leading large-scale digital transformation, data management, AI initiatives, and smart city projects, Smart Cities Council member Mohammed Hudaib is a distinguished contributor to the advancement of technology-driven public services in the Middle East.
Robyn Francis
09.07.25 06:09 AM - Comment(s)
Can Digital Twins Help Cities Become More Human-Centric?
A recognized thought leader in the application of geospatial and digital twin technologies, Hesham Gaafar brings a unique blend of technical depth, academic insight, and real-world experience to Smart Cities Council.
Robyn Francis
08.07.25 01:40 AM - Comment(s)