The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, 27th September 2018

The scale and reach of new technology is impacting on people’s lives at an unprecedented pace. Governments across the globe are embracing smart city concepts and employing cutting-edge technologies to improve the quality of life for citizens. New innovations at the forefront of smart projects include Artificial Intelligence, open data, Internet of Things, remote healthcare monitoring and clean technologies. Delegates will learn from the leading authorities in urban and community projects about how to employ smart city technologies to transform UK communities.

The UN estimates that by 2030, 5 billion people will be living in cities across the world. Local governments are now embracing their role of protecting and furthering the interests of their citizens and businesses amidst this ever changing and complex landscape. At Smart Cities and Communities: Solving Urban Challenges delegates will discuss the very latest research, policy areas and projects; reflecting on the smart cities strategies that are emerging around the world. Receive practical advice and inspiration from a range of real-life examples.