SmartWay: Pedestrian Solution for Smart City

One of the easiest ways to get around a city is to simply walk. Yet, urban dwellers are walking less and less. As cities have become more spread out, highways have taken the place of sidewalks, creating a barrier to walking safely. Sidewalks themselves are crumbling, with broken concrete, narrow widths, and sometimes, are even blocked by illegally parked vehicles, creating cities that are not pedestrian-friendly.

We need a shift back to more walkable streets. Enhancing the quality of city sidewalks not only invites more people to use them, but also helps to create enjoyable public spaces where people want to spend their time.

By deploying IoT-connected cameras and sensors, we can create sidewalks that are safer to use for all. Further, busses and light rail vehicles can be integrated with kiosks that help streamline mobility.