L&T Technology Services and Intel collaborate to bring edge-AI technology to smart cities
New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) L&T Technology Services Ltd has partnered with Intel to develop scalable edge-AI solutions, focusing on traffic management and emergency safety in smart cities and transportation. By utilizing Intel’s ‘Edge Platform’, the company aims to meet real-world needs with low latency and cost efficiency.
These solutions require advanced networking and AI analytics at the edge, which can be achieved by leveraging Intel’s platform with built-in edge-native AI runtime powered by OpenVINO. According to Abhishek Sinha, COO of L&T Technology, this collaboration represents innovation and efficiency in providing on-premises and hybrid AI scenarios.
Intel’s ‘Edge Platform’ offers developers a comprehensive ecosystem with modular building blocks and premium support services, catering to the specific needs of edge computing. Pallavi Mahajan, Intel’s CVP and GM of Network and Edge Group Software, highlighted the benefits for industries like transportation in implementing technologies for enhanced mobility and safety measures.
The collaboration between L&T Technology Services Ltd and Intel signifies a strategic move towards harnessing the potential of edge computing in addressing the evolving needs of smart cities and transportation systems. By integrating AI solutions at the edge, the companies aim to streamline operations and improve safety measures in real-time scenarios.
With a focus on traffic management and emergency safety, L&T Technology Services Ltd and Intel’s collaboration is poised to bring about significant advancements in the implementation of AI technologies for smart cities and transportation networks. The partnership aims to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and real-time decision-making capabilities in critical scenarios.
