SMART CITIES

Prof. Dr. Sami Kazi leads Smart Cities and Intelligent Buildings research at VTT, the Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd. He holds prestigious positions as Adjunct Professor of Project Management at the Hanken School of Economics and Distinguished Adjunct Professor at the Asian Institute of Technology.
As former Vice President for Research Strategy & Foresight at VTT, he pioneered the iBET (innovative business from emerging technologies) programme and drove organizational strategy renewal.
Prof. Dr. Sami Kazi leads Smart Cities and Intelligent Buildings research at VTT, the Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd. He holds prestigious positions as Adjunct Professor of Project Management at the Hanken School of Economics and Distinguished Adjunct Professor at the Asian Institute of Technology.
As former Vice President for Research Strategy & Foresight at VTT, he pioneered the iBET (innovative business from emerging technologies) programme and drove organizational strategy renewal. His extensive industry experience spans over 85 international research and development projects, with budgets ranging from €500,000 to €40 million, focusing on strategic roadmapping, smart cities, construction IT, virtual organizations, and nature-based solutions.
A prolific academic, Prof. Dr. Kazi has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, including ten books covering smart cities, knowledge management, systemic innovation, and energy-efficient buildings. His passion lies in identifying business opportunities from technological developments and facilitating strategic roadmapping initiatives.
His extensive industry experience spans over 85 international research and development projects, with budgets ranging from €500,000 to €40 million, focusing on strategic roadmapping, smart cities, construction IT, virtual organizations, and nature-based solutions.
A prolific academic, Prof. Dr. Kazi has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, including ten books covering smart cities, knowledge management, systemic innovation, and energy-efficient buildings. His passion lies in identifying business opportunities from technological developments and facilitating strategic roadmapping initiatives.
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SMART CITIES AND INTELLIGENT BUILDINGS
In his engaging keynote, Prof. Dr. Kazi explores the transformative power of smart technologies in urban environments. Starting with core definitions and key components, he delves into how IoT, big data, AI, smart sensors, and 5G connectivity are revolutionizing our cities. Through real-world case studies and research insights, he demonstrates how cities and buildings can:
- Optimize services through integrated smart systems
- Enhance sustainability through green building practices
- Implement smart energy, waste, and water management
- Create responsive, intelligent building automation
- Develop resilient solutions for future urban challenges
- Foster effective public-private partnerships
Prof. Dr. Kazi shows how integrating these technologies into urban infrastructure can transform city living, making it more sustainable, efficient, and citizen-centric. His presentation provides a comprehensive roadmap for transitioning towards smarter, more sustainable urban environments, with particular emphasis on the role of AI and emerging technologies in shaping the cities of tomorrow.
Recognition
- Distinguished Adjunct Professor, Asian Institute of Technology
- Listed in Marquis Who's Who in Science and Engineering (7th edition onwards)
- Listed in Marquis Who's Who in World (10th edition onwards)
- Listed in Marquis Who's Who of Emerging Leaders (1st edition)
- FIATECH 2012 STAR Award
- Fellow of the Entovation E100 Global Knowledge Leadership Network
- Natural leader and motivator (iReflect profile)

