When it comes to IoT people are developing solutions either to save money, make money or to comply with regulation. However much of the regulatory environment is trying to provide a framework for success in deployments. This general session looks at the issues being debated in government and how it will impact IoT solutions.

The Internet of Things often represents small elements that have big impact when applied the level of a city or region. This session starts by looking at how some incremental deployments have tremendous impact.

Atlanta has embraced the adoption of Smart City solutions for themselves and the region. This panel discusses the strategies involved at a local and regional level.

For most of the world resources are scarce and need to be properly managed. For those that live where resources are abundant the issue is one of caretaking. The bottom line is the need is universal to manage, monitor and protect sustainable resources. This session looks at the full spectrum of using IoT with Sustainable resources.

Who owns the rights to the pole and how does the Authority Having Jurisdiction build partnerships to enable the wide use of IoT services and solutions. One answer is in how the migration to better public lighting tools make street lights the gateway to new services. This panel looks at how public / private partnerships are formed to support quality of life IoT applications.

While we talk about Smart Cities, the reality is the need is often beyond one jurisdiction. This session looks at how Regional deployments are leading the way in Smart City applications and how adaptable they are to other locations.

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) are market leaders in fleet management, and their Connectivity Division is setting the bar for quality and innovation around the world. The Connectivity Division has turned IoT technology into a key differentiator in their fleet management portal, Detroit Connect. Users are able to view vehicle fault events and performance data for insights into their overall fleet health, fuel economy and safety performance. The web, iOS, and Android Detroit Connect product suite is built to handle terabytes of data seamlessly flowing from trucks through 3G and WiFi telematics boxes located on-board the truck. In this panel discussion and Q&A, the audience will learn how fleet connectivity was taken from concept to implementation. The discussion will include the end user, business and IT perspectives, and will offer attendees insight into how this successful process can be modeled in their own digital transformation initiatives.

When it comes to commuting, timing is everything. With IoT timing can become even more precise and valuable to the customer base. This session is looks at how people move and how solutions can be deployed for mass transit and personal transportation including bikes and scooters.

The technology used in Seat Pleasant's Digital Transformation includes an operational data platform (i.e. command and control platform, smart city platform) that allows Cities to aggregate data from disparate sources and visualize that data in a single view. This allows the City to share data across departments, and the solution also allows for the development of KPIs for measuring productivity and SOPs for improving the efficiency of processes. The solution was developed by IBM and is called the Intelligent Operations Center. There is a Public Safety/Emergency Management Module/Add-on to the IBM Intelligent Operations Center that was developed by Priority 5. This component allows our public safety individuals monitor crime activity across jurisdictions, plan for emergencies by understanding the interdependencies of critical infrastructure and respond effectively to emergencies by improving communication and coordination.

Lots of Cities are sending out RFPs, but not every one of them is getting responses from Integrators and Service Providers. Where is the disconnect what can cities due to find the win - win in for Smart City IoT Deployments.

What did we learn, what do we still have questions?

Jumpstart your day at IoT Evolution Expo enjoying a continental breakfast and coffee while sharing ideas with colleagues and potential partners on the expo floor.