The Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (BIS) Research Paper number 136 considers global market opportunities for UK industry in smart city technology across 5 themes. The study explores the market structure and size, the trends in the market, and global regional highlights for smart cities. The report identifies UK strengths, barriers and opportunities, and strengthening UK capability in global markets.
It makes recommendations for UK government, businesses and cities under the following themes:
- energy
- water
- transport
- waste
- assisted living
In this context also published:
- "Smart Cities: Background Paper"
- BIS Reserch Paper number 135 "Global innovators: international case studies on smart cities"