This insights paper outlines the potential benefits of digitally retrofitting infrastructure assets and networks, examining challenges to doing so and drawing on lessons from existing projects and programmes.
The paper covers:
- What digital retrofit is, why it is needed, and the potential benefits it can deliver
- Examples of digital retrofit projects both in the UK and internationally
- Public perception of digital technologies, including privacy issues
- Alternative approaches to digital retrofit
The paper was informed by ICE Fellows and other experts.
Civil engineering insights into digitally retrofitting infrastructure assets and networks
Content type: Policy
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