Safety and security are two of the main concerns in any city, and with the addition of digital technologies, the concern becomes greater. More so, with the increasing risk of cyber crimes and data thefts, so smart cities should be prepared to tackle any potential threats.
As mentioned above, technologies are expected to help citizens make better and data-informed decisions. In fact, the inclusion of smart technologies has the potential to reduce fatalities and improve emergency response times. Figures from MGI's smart cities report found that smart technologies could reduce fatalities by eight to 10 percent and lower crime incidents by 30 to 40 percent.
Overall, the adoption of several connected technologies comes with risks. Cities need to integrate solutions that will provide strong authentication and ID management solutions to ensure a safe and secure urban environment.
