smart-technology

Vocabulary Word

Definition

Smart technology refers to tools, devices or systems that work by themselves. This doesn't mean they are alive! They use artificial intelligence (AI), sensors and data to work without constant human intervention.

Examples in Different Contexts

In urban infrastructure, smart technology is used to improve public services and city management through sensors and IoT devices. An urban planner might state, 'Smart traffic lights and waste management systems are examples of how smart technology is making cities more efficient and sustainable.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

To optimize our inventory management, we are considering a technology upgrade. We have to make our process more efficient and less error-prone.

Response:

A smart technology solution, like an RFID system, could improve our inventory management by reducing errors and enhancing efficiency.

Creative

Scenario:

Our new game needs to stand out in the overcrowded marketplace. Maybe it's time we elevate NPC interaction to a new level.

Response:

Incorporating smart technology within our game's NPC interaction would provide more realism and engagement for players.