Chapter 9
Unleashing the Power of City Data
IN THIS CHAPTER
Understanding the role of data in a smart city
Implementing a plan to embrace the value of data
Exploring the benefits of open data
Hiring a city chief data officer
Data plays an important role in running any organization, including cities. More than ever, data is an essential ingredient in increasing the effectiveness of city operations. The role of data in a city context, however, continues to be undeveloped. This chapter makes the case for the improved utilization of data and provides important insights on how to develop and execute a city data strategy. In addition, you discover the value of open data and understand why specialized data science skills and leadership are required in order to be successful.
Becoming City-Data-Savvy
Technology creates a lot of data. Cities with technology create a lot of data. With more systems and devices coming online every day, the volume of data produced, collected, and stored is growing rapidly. It’s not just information such as your Facebook posts, Instagram photos, Google searches, ...
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