Smart city planning is a growing trend in urban development, with many cities around the world implementing technology and data-driven strategies to improve quality of life for their residents. Smart city planning relies on location data to understand the needs and behaviors of local communities, and to identify opportunities for improvement.

At Neighbourlytics, we believe that smart city planning has many potential benefits, such as improving transportation and reducing congestion, increasing energy efficiency, and enhancing public safety. By analyzing data from various sources, including social media and public records, we can provide insights into community trends and demographics that can inform smart city planning decisions.

Smart city planning is not without its challenges, however. Ensuring data privacy and security is essential, as is engaging with local communities to ensure that their needs and perspectives are taken into account. Nevertheless, we believe that the benefits of smart city planning outweigh the challenges, and that it can lead to a more sustainable, equitable, and livable future.