Introduction
What is Smart Digital Infrastructure? Smart digital infrastructure is the founda�on of informa�on technology development for any modern na�on. It is fundamental to the economic growth of regions and ci�es across the world, helping to secure good social, health and environmental standards. A highly advanced infrastructure strengthens a na�on’s digital capacity and radically improves the quality of life in the long run. The Importance of Smart Digital Infrastructure • Enables the use of data, computerised devices, methods, systems and processes to deliver smart tools. • Transforms a city and creates sustainable ecosystem to integrate technology solu�ons to enhance public services. • Reduces costs and improves the quality of life of city residents. • Improves city safety and cyber security. Smart digital infrastructure is the backbone of smart ci�es. Within the global context, there are six strategic technologies that form the fundamental of smart digital infrastructure as illustrated in the Figure 5-1. This includes: • High-performance network and high-speed internet to facilitate IoT-oriented and integrated infrastructures • Cost-efficient, lower power wide area network for connected ci�es • Hyperscale data management centres that aggregate data and transform it into ac�onable intelligence • Distributed infrastructure and edge compu�ng that facilitate extended cloud compu�ng • Advanced cyber security to reduce cyber threats • Connected sensors network for data collec�on from a wide range of sources
Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN)
Data Management Centres
Distributed Infrastructure & Edge Computing
High-speed Internet
Strategic Technologies
Smart Monitoring (Sensor Networks)
Cyber Security
Figure 5-1: Strategic Technologies for Smart Digital Infrastructure
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