From July 24th to 26th, the Japanese multinational NEC will participate in the Smart City Expo 2025 event at the Centro Cultural Estación Mapocho in Santiago, Chile. As a leading technology company, NEC will showcase its wide range of cutting-edge solutions designed to enhance the citizen experience through integrated and intelligent urban solutions.
NEC’s focus at the event will revolve around three key pillars that summarize its value proposition in the region: the CitySensAI orchestration platform, the expertise of a highly specialized team in implementing complex urban technology projects, and the company’s network of partnerships with leading technology partners.
CitySensAI: Orchestrating Smart City Solutions
According to Jorge Vargas, VP of NEC’s DGDF business unit for Latin America, the company’s value proposition for smart cities includes a holistic approach that encompasses asset management and municipal operations optimization. «NEC’s 360-degree vision covers infrastructure, urban mobility, public safety, public health, the environment, and connectivity, all interconnected by a data layer that plays a crucial role in the dynamics of smart cities,» Vargas explained. «By providing data, authorities can obtain a detailed and real-time understanding of what is happening in the municipality, enabling them to make informed and effective decisions.»
Showcasing Successful Smart City Projects in Chile
During the Smart City Expo in the Chilean capital, NEC will also highlight real-world success stories in the country, such as the projects developed in the municipalities of La Reina and Padre Hurtado, which are now considered reference models for innovative and intelligent management of lighting and security, respectively. Padre Hurtado Mayor, Felipe Muñoz Heredia, will participate in the panel «Smart Technologies for Emergency Management and Urban Security.»
Leveraging Expertise for Comprehensive Solutions
«For more than two decades, NEC has led technology integration processes in the region, generating extensive expertise in structuring command and control centers, with devices such as cameras, sensors, and critical technologies, as well as connectivity projects,» Vargas concluded. «This makes our specialists act as true consultants, helping governments understand their real needs and how technology can contribute to solving current urban challenges.»
NEC’s Participation in the Conference Panels
Plenary Hall
Panel: «Resilient and Secure Cities: Generating Protected Communities»
Date: July 24th, 11:30 – 12:30
Featuring: Mario Canziani, NEC Smart Cities Specialist
In an increasingly challenging environment, building resilient and secure cities has become a priority to ensure collective well-being. This session will focus on how urban policies, strategic planning, and the smart use of technology can contribute to generating more protected, prepared, and cohesive communities.
Parallel Room
Panel: «Smart Technologies for Emergency Management and Urban Security»
Date: July 24th, 16:00
Featuring: Felipe Muñoz Heredia, Mayor of Padre Hurtado, and Mario Canziani, NEC Smart Cities Specialist
This session will highlight the role of urban planning and innovation in protecting communities, from neighborhood regeneration and the design of safe public spaces to emergency management through real-time data.
For more information about the event, visit the Smart City Expo Santiago de Chile website.
