Mobile connectivity will be integral to EV charge point payment models in smart buildings

“Investments in behind-the-meter assets such as bi-directional EV (electric vehicle) charging stations and other smart building technologies will only generate returns if there is cellular connectivity to enable payments,” says Colin Abrey of Nextivity.

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The future is wireless: Should we still care about cables?

As the world goes wireless, Indi Sall, technical director, NG Bailey’s IT Services division asks if the days of the wired network are numbered. Compared to a few years ago, plugging things in has started to feel like a major hassle.

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Smart city security spells opportunity for integrators

“The UK capital performed well in the rankings due to its adoption rate for smart technologies, from street lighting to traffic management. But hooking up a few streets to intelligent systems does not make a smart city. As with all ambitious city-wide initiatives, security has a major, early stage role to play.” says James Hill

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