The ratification of Wi-SUN FAN as ISO/IEC/IEEE 32857:2026 provides utilities and smart cities with an internationally recognized standard for interoperable wireless mesh networking.

Heavy-lift, communications, reconnaissance, and inspection drones formed an integrated aerial response network during the 2026 Guangxi floods.

Schneider Electric has launched EcoStruxure Water Advisor to help utilities use connected data, AI-driven analytics, and digital twin technology to improve water network visibility, reduce leakage, and support proactive infrastructure management.

Bentley’s YII 2025 showcased how AI, digital twins, and open data platforms are reshaping global infrastructure design, delivery, and management.

The LoRa Alliance’s new RP2-1.0.5 specification boosts LoRaWAN data rates, reducing power use and transmission time while improving network scalability and device efficiency across IoT applications.

Siemens and Microsoft partner to improve IoT interoperability in buildings through integration of Building X and Azure IoT Operations.

Honeywell to modernize Phoenix Sky Harbor’s Terminal 4 fire alarm system to boost safety, automation, and emergency response.

Supply chains need systemic change that must occur via communication, data sharing, and process modernization delivered through the use of orchestrated, interoperable AI agents and data fabrics across multiple enterprises.

5G is transforming supply chain operations by enabling real-time visibility, automation, and predictive maintenance through faster data transmission, lower latency, and massive device connectivity.

Blockchain enhances supply chain transparency and trust by providing a decentralized, tamper-proof system for real-time tracking and verification.