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What is a Smart City? What exactly is a "smart city"? While tech companies often focus on flashy sensors and apps, a truly smart city is one that thoughtfully integrates technology, community engagement, and environmental considerations to enhance quality of life, sustainability, and resilience for all residents. Rather than starting...

Imagine a future where urban living is seamlessly integrated with technology, making our cities more efficient, sustainable, and livable. Welcome to our exploration of innovative urban solutions observed during our recent visit to Southeast Asia. The cities of Manila Metro, Jakarta, Nusantara, and Badung are at the forefront of smart...

Explore Manila's Smart City Revolution: Innovations for a Sustainable Future Welcome to the Varidx Blog! Join us on an exciting journey through the bustling metropolis of Manila, where innovation meets tradition in the heart of the Philippines.  Smart City Initiatives: Paving the Way for a Brighter Future Pioneering Projects Our...

Exploring Jakarta's Smart City Vision: A First-Hand Experience Walking through Jakarta's bustling streets last week, I witnessed firsthand how technology is reshaping this vibrant metropolis. The city's smart transformation isn't just about flashy tech – it's about making life better for its 10+ million residents. Discover how Jakarta's Smart City...

Revolutionizing Disaster Response: The USDOT and NCDOT Drone Program When Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina in 2018, first responders faced a daunting challenge: How do you assess damage and coordinate relief efforts when roads are submerged and entire communities are cut off? The answer came from above, but...

Discover how to choose the right IoT sensors for trail traffic monitoring. Learn about infrared, ultrasonic, and camera-based solutions for accurate visitor counting, plus get expert tips on power, connectivity, and data management with the Varidx Smart City Platform

On October 21st, Varidx had the pleasure of welcoming a South African trade delegation to their Durham office. The visit, part of a Municipal Energy Reverse Trade Mission facilitated by the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), brought together 13 delegates from various South African municipalities, alongside six USTDA...

A fireside chat with mastermind behind the White Oak Trail In Cary. Please meet Paul Kuhn. He is a capital program manager and has worked for Town of Cary for last 20 years.  Paul is a licensed landscape architect and started his career with Parks and Rec Department as a...

A smart city is an urban area or community that utilizes various sensors and electronic methods to collect and analyze data, enabling efficient management of a wide range of city services and operations. One key component of smart city solutions is the unified dashboard, a centralized platform that integrates data...