SMART Community Review (SCR) 2017 SMART PROGRAM | Page 2

January 2017 A SMART Call to Action
SMART change ( Sustainable , Measurable , Affordable , Resilient , Technology ), driven by global demand for efficient use of resources , lifestyles and growing population , is growing fast and generating new opportunities and challenges for business .
Communities implement SMART technology as a way to increase efficiency , reduce costs , and improve quality of life for their residents . They seek to become " SMART " by embedding new digital technologies into their infrastructure : SMART Grids , SMART Communication , SMART Cyber , SMART Healthcare , SMART Learning , SMART Transportation , SMART Banking , SMART Lighting , SMART Waste Management , SMART Manufacturing , and more .
Although SMART infrastructure is the foundation for vibrant societies of today , many communities and businesses do not have the required expertise to develop and sustain new SMART infrastructure and technology projects . Many also lack the funds needed for such investments . One way to meet these challenges is to harness the resources and strengths of publicprivate partnerships private-sector stakeholders - Innovators , Businesses , Investors , Educators , Policy Makers , Community Institutions , etc . Private-sector partners can be an important source of capital , technical knowledge , continuing innovation and economic and workforce development .
To assist individuals and organizations , we share SMART solutions through SCEs fast growing global platform , and build successful SMART public-private partnerships . Our SMART partner projects are designed to change communities into more sustainable , socially and economically thriving communities that benefit all citizens .
Communities and Organizations that adopt SMART today are likely to be the ones that thrive and remain competitive in a rapidly changing world where economic , social , and environmental factors will shape our future and drive new SMART markets . SMART trend is likely to not only impact and influence markets but also trigger technological innovation and change while stimulating regulatory and policy developments locally , regionally , nationally and internationally , which in turn represent opportunities for business in respect to SMART goods and services .
SMART Community Exchange partners worldwide are committed to continue to share SMART solutions with public and investors to make a SMART impact in communities where we operate .
We look forward to learning about your SMART solutions and challenges , hosting SMART Exchanges in your region , and meeting you !
Minna LeVine Founder www . SMARTCommunityExchange . com LinkedIn
Tana Torrano Founder www . SMARTCommunityExchange . com LinkedIn