How can we give support to groups of businesses involved in:
How can support best be given to the potential growth clusters in environmental technologies, medical/biosciences, advanced engineering and digital media?
Digital technology is key to how we will work, learn and socialise in the 21st century, so Birmingham city centre needs the digital infrastructure to support this change. Install the right infrastructure and it will help us be more competitive, attract well paid jobs and build a worldwide reputation for our digital skills.
Digital technologies have been a key driver in influencing society and shaping 21st Century living. Digital opportunities will need a 21st Century telecommunication infrastructure to become the ‘norm’ for city centre development, and changes in working, learning and social patterns need to be incorporated in the future spatial design. This will need a city centre that is equipped for the growth in information, data access and communication associated with the 21st century knowledge society. The city needs a ‘connected’ infrastructure that will support the city’s international competitiveness, sustain existing growth and attract new high value businesses and establish itself as a leading and iconic digital city.
A “Virtual Birmingham” is another useful idea. We could start with 3D digital representation of the City Centre to help city planners, developers, agencies and the public to plan and re-shape the city. It will allow people to think about the impact of proposals. It would help people who live and visit Birmingham find their way around the city, including offering them new ways to connect with what’s going on here. It would encourage inward investment by acting as a showcase to attract national and international interest and open up opportunities to explore the art of the possible.
The creation of a “Virtual Birmingham” is another valuable concept. Starting with a 3D representation of the City Centre, it would enable city planners, developers, stakeholders and the public to plan and visually re-shape the city centre and consider its impacts. It would enable citizens and both national and international visitors to view and navigate the city centre more effectively and interactively, providing a richer experience and engagement. It would encourage inward investment by acting as a showcase to attract national and international interest and open up opportunities to explore the art of the possible.