São Paulo, May 13, 2024 – On the 6th and 7th of June São Paulo will host the IoT Solutions Congress Brazil, an event promoted by iCities, a Brazilian company that pioneered smart cities. It will be the first time that the meeting takes place in Brazil and will bring the biggest innovations and trends on the Internet of Things, also known as IoT (Internet of Things).
The IoT Solutions Congress Brasil 2024 aims to increase innovation and competitiveness in the technological scenario, especially with regard to the Internet of Things linked to public administration. Topics such as transport management, waste, education, water resources, health, safety and lighting will be extensively covered during the event.
To present trends, innovations and debate the counterpoints of this universe, the congress will feature world-renowned experts in the sector, such as Beau Woods. With more than 20 years of experience in risk management, cybersecurity and strategy, Woods has collaborated with initiatives such as I Am The Cavalry, Stratigos Security, US CISA (The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency), US FDA (Food and Drugs Administration), and the Atlantic Council.
Woods advocates a broad, integrated approach to information security. At IoT Solutions Congress Brasil, the executive will explain how to apply this perspective to mitigate risks, emphasizing values such as future vision, integrity, passion and focus on the essential.
Another prominent international name will be Robin Bass, a leader with a solid career in Information Technology, whose journey began with the Shuttle and Space Station programs at NASA. Bass has led the design and delivery of large-scale global technology solutions across different industries, working with companies such as KPMG, Wipro, Google, UPS, BP, Shell, DOW and Halliburton. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Bass is committed to Generative Analytics, AR/VR and quantum computing as vehicles for change.
The public will also be able to count on the experience of Dave Lafferty, an executive with more than 40 years of experience in developing digitalization projects for energy industries. Lafferty will be able to share success stories involving generative Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity in different segments of the energy industry.
In addition to the experts mentioned, leaders such as the Director of Emerging Technology at Microsoft Tech Sales in Brazil, Waldemir Cambiucci, and the founder of Mobilize Brasil, Ricky Ribeiro, will also be on the congress agenda.
The IoT Solutions Congress Brasil is endorsed by Fira Barcelona, a platform internationally recognized as one of the most influential in fairs and business meetings in the world. The congress will be the first iCities event in São Paulo and marks an important step towards technological advances in Brazil.
“It is very gratifying to be able to hold the first Brazilian edition of this important international event. Our country is recognized for its relevance in business, technology and innovation. We chose São Paulo because it is a cosmopolitan city, in addition to having a strong technology ecosystem”, comments Caio de Castro, managing partner of iCities.
According to the McKinsey study “The Internet of Things: catching up to an accelerating opportunityy”, the economic value that IoT can reach by 2030 is more than USD 5.5 trillion. The figure represents growth of at least three times the USD 1.6 trillion estimated in 2020.
“We will offer unique opportunities for everyone who participates in the event, whether companies or professionals. In addition to all the networking and exchange of knowledge, we will have, for example, summaries, reports and exclusive publications, ensuring that the connection remains evident between sector leaders”, concludes the executive.
The event is in partnership with São Paulo City Hall and SP Negócios. In addition, ABINC (Brazilian Association of Internet of Things), IPT (Institute for Technological Research) and ABES (Brazilian Association of Software Companies) are ambassadors.
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ABOUT ICITIES
iCities is recognized as the pioneering company in smart cities in Brazil and, with more than 12 years of experience and headquartered in Curitiba, the organization aims to provide a better quality of life for citizens, believing that smart people create smart cities. The company focuses its efforts on uniting stakeholders for the development of innovative projects and solutions in cities. Having a wide range of partnerships and contracts with companies and city halls, iCities works from studying and surveying demands to identifying specialized companies for the most diverse solutions for improving smarter cities. Furthermore, it stands out in the academic area with executive training programs on related topics, through Smart City Expert and the Innovation Program for Public Management (PIGP). As holders of the seal of Fira Barcelona in Brazil, an international institution with 90 years of history and countless global events, iCities celebrates its great success story, the Smart City Expo Curitiba.
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