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of the future using cutting-edge technology


prioritise over the next five years to help lead global thinking on dealing with the challenges presented by rapidly changing digital technologies. Te event concluded that Glasgow


needed to build on its historical traditions and all the recent work that has been done on future cities to develop an ambitious vision to become a global leader in the digital age. Te event concluded: “Glasgow has


a rich artisan culture and history as a ‘maker of things’ that can be used to help establish itself as a forerunner in digital innovation.” Another key suggestion was for city


centre businesses and organisations sharing data beter – sharing data in a way that is more effective and efficient for the city centre as a whole. Tis would allow partners in the city


centre to respond quickly to people’s changing needs and wants from their city centre. A beter collection and presentation


of shared data would also allow Glasgow City centre to showcase how it compares with other city centres in Scotland, the rest of the UK and around the world. Te event concluded that high-


quality digital connectivity would be vital in order to reach those in the community who are marginalised and not connected to the city


centre and what it has to offer. More than 30 per cent of Glasgow’s population is currently not digitally connected. Tere should also be a clear focus on


people and how digital systems can serve people and be customised to individual needs. Te event participants also suggested:


“Glasgow should be decisive about digital inclusions and think about how it builds its relationships with people. Aſter all ‘people make Glasgow’. ” Event participants also said that


Glasgow should invest in a ‘smart’ car parking system that would free up drivers’ time spent looking for car


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