Smart infrastructure that encompasses transportation networks, energy grids, water management systems, and communication networks, is the backbone of smart cities. Interoperability and standardization of its components are vital to achieving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, scalability and optimal user experience. Telecom providers and industry bodies have been working to establish common standards for smart infrastructure, including developing communication protocols like 5G, forming collaborative platforms and consortia, and engaging in public-private partnerships with governments and municipalities.The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) develops international standards for various aspects of smart infrastructure, while the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) sets standards for multiple technologies. The Open Connectivity Foundation (OCF) creates specifications and certification programs to ensure the interoperability of IoT devices.The transition to smart infrastructure depends on successfully implementing interoperability and standardization, fundamental to creating efficient, scalable, and resilient urban environments. Telecom providers and industry bodies have made significant strides in establishing common standards, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation. Continued efforts in these areas are essential to realize the full potential of smart cities and equip them to meet future challenges. In the edition, we feature how the solutions providers have become the backbone of connectivity and efficiency. The magazine also presents valuable perspectives from Geoffrey Urbach, Smart City Senior Manager, City of San Antonio and Joe Zirilli, Parsons, VP for Artificial Intelligence at Parsons.As these solutions evolve, they will play an increasingly vital role in shaping more efficient, sustainable, and connected environments. The collaboration between telecom providers and infrastructure developers will be crucial in realizing the vision of a smarter, more interconnected world. We hope these valuable insights from industry leaders featured in this edition will assist you in making informed decisions for your businesses.Let us know your thoughts.EditorialPowering Smart Infrastructure with Advanced ConnectivityCopyright © 2024 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.CIOReviewEmail:sales@cioreview.comeditor@cioreview.commarketing@cioreview.com August - 12 - 2024, Vol 13, Issue - 58 (ISSN 2644-237X) Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to CIOReviewVisit www.cioreview.com CIOReviewEditorial StaffAaron PierceCarolynn WaltersShirley FaithRussell ThomasGina ClumskyYenny TurnerTiffany HayworthAbner LawrenceVisualizersChris LynnBrian Harding*Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsJustin Smith Managing Editoreditor@cioreview.comManaging EditorJustin Smith
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