Articles by author: Geoff Short
New York City is known as a home of everything big and bright, and this week that will be taken to another level. New York Digital Signage Week is here, and will run from the 14th to the 18th in the Big Apple. 40 events are lined up and more than 100 speakers are […]
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Industrial IoT
What Does the Future of Mobility in Cities Look Like?
Companies like Uber and Lyft have transformed how millions of people maneuver through both rural and urban areas. Ride-sharing apps offer on-demand services that public transit options do not, which has put pressure on cities to find a way to work with the private sector or offer new services themselves. Bob James, VP of Technology […]
Industrial IoT
Cities are Learning How to be Creative in Funding Smart City Transformations
Cities are dynamic places. They are made up of different kinds of people, buildings, modes of transportation and businesses. As these urban areas enter a new generation that includes smart technology, both the public and private sectors will play an important role in the transformation of daily life. Chelsea Collier, an Editor for […]
Industrial IoT
Why the Future of Smart Cities Comes Down to Data
While sensors, radars and cameras may be what people think when they envision the smart cities of the future, data will be what make improvement to community life tangible. The insight gathered by new hardware and software around cities and rural areas will only be as good as how it is acted upon. Sarah […]
Building Management
Using Sports and Rock and Roll to Rebuild a Cultural Icon
Friends of Reverchon Park Update – Gerry Mecca The Friends of Reverchon Park, a Dallas organization whose mission is to preserve the park and restore a local baseball field to its original glory, was the benefactor for a recent sandlot tilt featuring A-list celebrities to help their cause. Local artist, entrepreneur and baseball legend […]
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Smart Cities Connect: Insights from the Floor
The digital era transformed healthcare solutions. Some of this innovation has come from people who might not otherwise have joined the healthcare industry had it not been for its embrace of these digital technologies. One company making an impact on the tech side of medicine is Sonavi Labs, a Baltimore, Maryland-based firm that has been […]
Business Services
This Week in B2B: A Look at the Cities of the Future
It’s a big week in our nation’s capital, where a pair of trade shows are taking place under one roof. First, Smart Cities Connect Conference and Expo heads to the Gaylord National Convention Center in National Harbor Maryland from October 7-10, where smart technology and IoT professionals will look at new ways to improve […]
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Galvanized Steel Leads the Way in Sustainable Building Practices From Cost Savings to Environmental Benefits
As the construction industry navigates the complexities of sustainability and economic pressures, the role of galvanized steel has become increasingly pertinent in sustainable architecture. This material, celebrated for its durability and low environmental impact, is gaining attention amid global steel market fluctuations and rising demands for sustainable building practices. With significant shifts in manufacturing […]
The Winning Combination in Edge AI is Combining Cutting-Edge Hardware with Smart Software
As the world heads towards a technology-driven future, the integration of AI and edge computing is proving to be a game changer, particularly in the realm of IoT. These innovations are making it possible to process and analyze data where it’s collected, drastically reducing latency and enhancing real-time decision-making capabilities. The burgeoning field of […]
Rethink Everything: Modern Cloud Environments Demand a Fusion of New Security Architectures, Continuous Education and Educated Partnerships
As businesses increasingly transition to cloud environments, the conversation around cybersecurity has become more crucial. The shift from on-premise to cloud-based infrastructures offers notable benefits like scalability and cost savings, yet it introduces unique challenges and complexities in security management. The stakes are high, with a significant rise in cyber threats exploiting the vulnerabilities […]
Bullying, Suicide, and Society The Unseen Crisis in K-12 Education
In a recent episode of the Secured podcast hosted by Mike Matranga and Mike Monsive of ASAP Security Services, the tragic case of a transgender student named Nicks Benedict from Oklahoma grabbed national attention. Benedict, a 16-year-old who identified with he and they pronouns, died by suicide after a bullying incident at school. The […]