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TT DATA , a global digital business and IT services provider , has been selected by the City of Brownsville , Texas , to deploy NTT DATA ’ s Smart Solutions and Private 5G , P5G wireless connectivity . The city seeks to enhance citizen services , increase public safety , achieve sustainability and effectively manage growth by leveraging real-time data analytics and AI empowered by a seamless and secure wireless network .

Brownsville is the largest City in the Rio Grande Valley . It is strategically located at the epicentre of international trade hubs . It features a robust multi-modal transportation system , including rail , land , sea , air , and space port . Brownsville offers a distinct natural beauty and fantastic entertainment , with tree-lined resacas and oxbow lakes nestled throughout neighbourhoods .

Brownsville continues to experience significant growth driven by high quality of life , the nearby SpaceX Starbase complex , the Texas LNG export facility and the deep-water Port of Brownsville as well as Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport .

“ Brownsville ’ s leaders have demonstrated a remarkable vision for using data-driven insights to improve the citizen experience and lay the foundation for a sustainable future ,” said Eric Clark , Chief Executive Officer , NTT DATA North America .

The first phase of NTT DATA ’ s fully managed solutions will concentrate on the city ’ s downtown core including four public parks , the Department of Public Works Yard and the airport . Initial use cases include :

Smart Infrastructure : In phases , NTT DATA will leverage new and existing datacollection devices to establish an Internet of Things , IoT throughout the city .

Connected City : NTT DATA will deploy a P5G network in phases to create blanket coverage that supports IoT assets and high bandwidth use cases throughout the city . P5G creates the connective mesh in which Smart Solutions are deployed .

Safety and security : Smart Solutions will deliver data analysis , predictions and recommendations in real-time . These insights will help city officials monitor and manage public areas , parks and streets in addition to identifying and addressing public safety issues .

The instalment of a Private 5G Network marks a significant advancement in enhancing public safety and security across key community areas . By establishing robust P5G coverage at Dean Porter Park , Linear Park , St Charles Park , and the Downtown Recreational Centre , the city ensures the operation of a smart park strategy to monitor occupancy levels , streamline crowd management , and improve public safety for all residents and visitors .

NTT DATA ’ s Smart Solutions will collect actionable data from thousands of new and existing city assets such as real-time computer vision , wireless access points , and optical , audio and motion sensors . Smart Solutions will use machine learning and AI analytics to assess real-time and historical data to help city officials address diverse issues and achieve the broadly beneficial goals of becoming a Smart and Connected City .

In addition , NTT DATA is tasked with building and managing a turnkey Private 5G network that creates seamless connectivity across the city and underpins Smart Solutions . The high-speed , high-bandwidth , ultra-low latency wireless highway will quickly deliver data at the edge . •

Eric Clark , Chief Executive Officer , NTT DATA North America

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