This course explores how big data and smart city initiatives can address urban challenges and improve efficiency. Participants will learn about the use of data analytics in areas such as housing, public safety, and environmental sustainability. The course covers best practices for implementing smart city projects, the importance of data for cities, and strategies for fostering innovation and addressing disparities. The intended audience includes urban planners, policymakers, data analysts, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and urban development.
Big Cities, Big Data - How Smart Cities Improve Lives & Save Money
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
How Long Beach is using technology to benefit residents
How LA Metro is using data to improve services
Digital transformation of a large institution
Why is data important to cities
What companies are disrupting government
What cities can do to change their internal culture
Working with cities to solve problems
Where to invest
What cities should do
Knight Foundation
Audience Questions
Audience Question 3
Taught by
Milken Institute
