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Emergence of smart cities and the subsequent requirement for a strong network infrastructure

In an effort to become more technology-driven and smart, many local municipalities have adopted
technologies like IoT enabled devices, used across myriad applications including traffic systems, smart
street lighting, CCTV cameras, public security systems, etc., through smart networks and data collection.
For example, Boston and Baltimore municipalities have deployed smart garbage cans which can
communicate their existing capacities, making it easier for municipal systems to plan suitable routing for
disposal services.

With the development of smart cities expected to make such a prolific impact on efficiencies and resource
management, a robust infrastructure becomes paramount. The ideal smart infrastructure is a network of
networks, using sophisticated technologies alongside integrated network management solutions,
allowing for higher visibility, cost reductions and enhanced reliability of network infrastructures, operations
and services.

Considering the prevalence of such IT infrastructures in smart city development, one of the most essential
components of these cities is a network monitoring solution that can connect with distinct network
elements and facilitate a smooth flow of information between systems.

One such network monitoring tool is Montdata’s log management & network management solution. This
tool allows smart city IT administrators to manage and supervise the entire smart city infrastructure
including servers, firewall, network traffic, sensors, CCTV, and other network elements, using a single
dashboard.

About the Author

Saloni Walimbe. An avid reader since childhood, Saloni is currently
following her passion for content creation by penning down insightful
articles relating to global industry trends, business, and trade &
finance. With an MBA-Marketing qualification under her belt, she has
spent two years as a content writer in the advertising field. Aside from
her professional work, she is an ardent animal lover and enjoys
movies, music and books in her spare time.

Company Website: - https://www.gminsights.com/

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