IBM said it is extending the Smarter Cities Challenge competitive grants
program, which funds the deployment of IBM’s top talent to perform pro
bono problem solving in municipalities worldwide.
Program recipients receive three-week engagements from IBM experts, each
valued at USD $400,000, where they can obtain assistance in addressing
challenges pertaining to water, energy and environment; health and
social services; transportation; and public safety.
In the Philippines, Makati City received a similar grant to be
implemented next year. The grant will provide analysis and
recommendations from IBM experts on some of the city’s traffic
management issues.
For the 2014 cycle, the Smarter Cities Challenge is open to local,
regional and general purpose governing bodies including cities,
counties, prefectures, boroughs and districts.
Applications may be submitted through November 8, 2013 by visiting www.smartercitieschallenge.org.
source: Manila Standard
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