Blog by Robyn Francis

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.

Expressions of interest are now open to join the ANZPAC (Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific) contingent for the Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) 2025—the world’s largest and most influential event for smart cities and urban innovation.

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.

Smart Cities Council is pleased to welcome Andrej Mocicka, Country Manager for 1Spatial Australia, as our newest Professional Member.

Join us online this week for a panel discussion that cuts through the noise – no hype around “digital twins” or “digital engineering” – just real-world digitalisation and how teams are making it work operationally, step by step.

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.

Party Onbici meets that challenge with a unique blend of technology, community engagement, and data insight.

Hastings District Council is pioneering real-time flood detection in New Zealand, deploying smart sensors and a public dashboard to strengthen community resilience and emergency response in Havelock North.

Discover overseas innovations delivering practical lessons for New Zealand in this Smart Cities Council episode of "What’s Smart".

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.

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.

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.

Goran Babušku, City of Stonnington, is a seasoned technology professional with deep expertise across Urban Technologies, Smart Cities, IoT, IT infrastructure, telecommunications, and customer engagement.

Vaidio is redefining how organizations and cities leverage their existing camera infrastructure, turning passive video streams into actionable intelligence that enhances safety, operational efficiency, and quality of life across diverse sectors.

Traditional IAM methods are often costly and inefficient. This study by SCC member Raj Mehta explores how cloud-based SaaS solutions are transforming how governments monitor and maintain infrastructure.

The Tasmanian Government have called for input from the Built Environment sector into a 20 year preventative health strategy. Learn More

Smart buildings are generating more data than ever - from energy use and occupancy to air quality and system performance. Without interoperability and clear standards, much of this data remains siloed, fragmented, and underutilized. Take action.

Join the Certified ESG Innovator (CESGI) virtual training designed to equip professionals with practical ESG knowledge and tools to drive sustainable innovation and achieve measurable impact.

Dedicated to helping cities on their journey to becoming smarter and more resilient, Smart Talent AI recruits and deploys expert teams to conduct in-depth assessments - starting with surveys and citizen feedback - to uncover each city’s unique challenges and needs.