Advancing the Future of Urban Innovation
SONDA participated in the Smart Cities Connect Conference & Expo in Austin, TX, from December 3-5, 2024! As a Bronze Sponsor alongside our technology partner, Lenovo, SONDA was set to take the stage, sharing insights on cutting-edge solutions that are shaping the future of urban living. This premier event brought together North America's largest gathering of smart city innovators. It was the perfect platform to connect with industry leaders, city officials, and technology enthusiasts passionate about building smarter, more connected cities.
Two Expert-Led Panels Featuring SONDA Experts and Industry Leaders
As part of our commitment to driving urban transformation, SONDA was proud to lead discussions on two key areas of smart city innovation:
Day 1: Transforming Urban Mobility with Integrated Fleet Management Systems
This session, moderated by Beatriz Gago, US Sales Specialist in Smart Cities & Mobility at SONDA, explored the technologies redefining urban mobility. The panel featured:
🔹 Maurizio Rinaldi – CEO, SONDA
🔹 Alan Rabinovich – WW ThinkEdge Business Leader, Lenovo (Speaker)
🔹Andrew Skabowski – EVP & Chief Operating Officer, CapMetro (Speaker)
🔹 Prakash Kartha – Transportation Infrastructure GM, Intel Corporation (Speaker)
Attendees learned how advanced fleet management systems, real-time control tools, and GPS tracking are revolutionizing transit operations, improving efficiency, and reducing emissions. Case studies and innovative approaches highlighted the challenges and opportunities in urban mobility.
Day 2: Enhancing Public Safety through Advanced Video Analytics and Command Centers
Moderated by Carlos Tamayo, Smart City SME at SONDA, this session focused on the role of AI and video analytics in public safety. Joining him was:
🔹 Beatriz Gago – US Sales Specialist in Smart Cities & Mobility, SONDA
🔹 James Mason – Assistant Chief of Police, City of Austin
🔹 Kenneth James – Channel Technical Sales Director, Lenovo
🔹 Jonathan Beam – Manager of Community Innovation, US Ignite
The panel discussed cutting-edge solutions like behavior analysis, real-time alerts, and object detection that empower security teams and enhance urban safety. Attendees explored successful implementations and practical insights for building safer, more resilient cities.
SONDA is Leading the Future of Smart Cities
The Smart Cities Connect Conference & Expo was an opportunity to engage with innovators, policymakers, and city leaders at the forefront of urban technology. Connecting with SONDA's experts, learning from impactful panel discussions, and discovering the technologies to make urban spaces smarter, safer, and more sustainable.
Thank you to everyone who joins us in Austin to connect with industry leaders and discover SONDA's vision for smarter, safer cities.
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