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Our vision

Since almost 100 years, Avnet, world-leading electronic components distributor, has acquired a real expertise in electronic design and eco-system solutions. Our technologies and solutions are already being used by our customers across the world which are utilized independently everyday by citizens in our cities. 

Existing solutions and newly developing ones have to converge in order to facilitate smarter cities. Avnet Silica provides multiple solutions to achieve those goals: More efficient energy and water control, better air quality by reducing traffic jams, easier access to knowledge and education by using multimodal transportation.

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Featured Smart City podcasts

Episode 39: Unified, Scalable, Secure: The Matter Promise for Enterprises

In today's dynamic B2B landscape, connectivity, interoperability, and scalability aren't just buzzwords – they're prerequisites for success. Enter Matter: a groundbreaking smart home standard, set to redefine how businesses approach IoT and smart technology.

Today, we have the privilege of hosting Guylain Pouly from NXP. We'll be diving into how Matter is shaping the business ecosystem, the opportunities it brings to the table for enterprises, and what its adoption could mean for the future of smart tech integration.

Episode 37: Unleashing the Power of Wind Energy

Hold on to your hats: In this episode, we discuss one of the fastest-growing renewable power sources: wind energy. Did you know that a single wind turbine has the potential to generate enough electricity to power 1,400 homes?

In this episode, we welcome Barry Thompson, CEO of Alpha 311.

We'll unpack how cutting-edge technologies and ingenious strategies are evolving in this sector, emphasizing the impact of IoT in enhancing turbine efficiency. Our discussion will also cover the ecological benefits of wind power and a forward-looking perspective on this form of renewable energy.

Episode 31: Smart Water Meters - Revolutionizing Water Conservation with Data and AI

Can you imagine cities like Shanghai or Melbourne running out of water within the next 20 years? It's a frightening thought, but with an average household consuming almost 130 litres of water per person, we must cut our usage by half to keep the water flowing for all.

In this episode, Steve McCorry, CTO of Creative EC, shares his insights into making water metering smarter with data and AI. Join us as we explore how combining consumption data with machine learning techniques can help predict and prevent leaks and broken pipes and even warn when water quality becomes harmful. Discover how smart water meters are revolutionizing water conservation and paving the way for a more sustainable future.

Episode 29: Building Smarter Cities - The Power of Data

By 2050 over 2,5 billion people are predicted to live in cities. How can our roads, public transport systems and our nerves sustain this? As cities keep growing and infrastructure suffers, can IoT and data help?

A smart city can leverage data sources, from vehicle movement to energy use and water distribution. If you put all this information into context, city planners and citizens alike can make better decisions.

Are you ready to learn how cities can become smarter? In this episode, we discuss the importance of data in creating efficient and effective city services. Marek Suchocki from Autodesk shares his insights into the benefits of having structured and integrated data sets and why sharing data with the right people can lead to smarter cities. We also address the crucial issue of data security. Join us as we explore the world of smart cities and discover what it takes to make them a reality.