Smart Cities & Sustainable Infrastructure Advisory

Our Smart Cities and Infrastructure advisory is designed to help cities and infrastructure providers rethink the way they build and manage their assets. We challenge the status quo by emphasising on a holistic approach where technology is seen as an enabler rather than a sole driver. Being packed with the latest of technology doesn’t necessarily makes a city or infrastructure project smart.

At Innovation Quorum we believe that a truly smart city should be able to constantly adapt and embrace change in a flexible and agile manner. It should also set meaningful, manageable, and measurable goals that prioritise a climate responsible, economic viable, and human-centric future. We believe that technology can be the enabler of positive transformation and sustainable value when it is considered in an appropriate and responsible manner.

Our unique FUTURE SMART approach is based on bringing together five interlinked principles:

S ustainability

M anageability

A gility

R esilience

T echnology

  • Sustainability

    The focus of smart cities needs to be on long-term sustainability. Our services aim to help cities and infrastructure become environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable.

    Our team can provide guidance on a wide range of sustainable strategies and solutions. This means promoting sustainable practices such as the use of renewable energy sources, reducing waste and pollution, and encouraging sustainable transportation options. The benefits of sustainable practices include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved air quality, and a healthier environment for citizens to live in.

  • Manageability

    A really smart city should create meaning and purpose for its citizens, ensuring that infrastructure is designed with human and environmental values at its core, and the urban planning must meet the needs of its residents.

    Our service helps setting clear goals and objectives, measuring progress, and making evidence-based decisions. We help cities establish clear metrics for success, optimize resource allocation, and enhance public services to ensure that they are meeting the needs of citizens in a meaningful, measurable and manageable way.

  • Agility

    SMART cities should also be flexible and adaptable to change. With rapid technological advancements, smart cities should have the ability to adopt new technologies and integrate them seamlessly into existing infrastructure. Agile smart cities can quickly respond to emerging challenges and opportunities and make changes to improve quality of life.

    We bring a unique approach to help cities and infrastructure become more adaptive and responsive to change. This may span from developing strategies for agile transformation on a governance and policy level, as well as developing strategies and practices for flexible and adaptive masterplanning.

  • Resilience

    Cities need to be prepared to deal with unexpected shocks and stresses, such as natural disasters, economic downturns, or pandemics. By focusing on resilience, smart cities can build stronger, more connected communities that are better equipped to deal with crises.

    Our advisory services aim to help cities and infrastructure become more resilient to shocks and stresses. This includes developing strategies for disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and business continuity planning. Our team can also provide guidance on developing robust infrastructure systems, promoting community resilience, and improving social protection systems.

  • Technology

    At Innovation Quorum we believe that technology should not be the sole focus of SMART cities, but an enabler. By leveraging technology in a responsible and appropriate manner, smart cities can create more livable, equitable, and sustainable urban environments.

    We work with cities to identify and implement technology solutions that improve the quality of life for citizens, enhance public services, and optimize resource allocation. Our services include technology assessments, solution design, and implementation support to ensure that technology is deployed in a responsible and ethical manner.