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Housing societies, particularly in urban environments, are frequently faced with the challenge of managing unexpected water costs. From hidden leaks to unchecked excessive consumption, these issues can often lead to unexpected financial burdens. One practical way to manage this issue is through real-time water usage alerts. This proactive tool can significantly mitigate the risk of […]

Sustainable landscaping offers a smart and eco-friendly way to create beautiful, functional outdoor spaces with lower maintenance needs. In today’s urban settings, traditional landscaping often comes with challenges like excessive water consumption, frequent upkeep and negative environmental impact. Many communities struggle with landscapes that are expensive to maintain and not built to adapt to changing […]

The way commercial and residential buildings are managed is quietly changing. One major change is the use of fault detection and diagnostics (FDD). This process helps facility managers spot problems or inefficiencies in building systems early, before they become serious. Earlier, FDD was mainly used after a problem occurred. But now, with the help of […]

At Planet Smart City, we believe water is one of the most essential yet often underestimated resources in residential communities. Without clear visibility into how much water is stored and consumed, housing societies are left vulnerable to shortages, overflows, rising costs, and inefficient planning. Manual checks and guesswork still dominate many buildings, leaving little room […]

India’s urban landscape is undergoing a seismic transformation. As cities expand at breakneck speed, the demand for reliable, sustainable water infrastructure is quickly outpacing the capacity of traditional systems. This shift isn’t just driven by rapid urbanisation; it’s reinforced by increasing regulatory scrutiny and the pressing need to protect one of our most finite resources. […]

Understanding TDS in Drinking Water: Why It Matters  In today’s smart and health-conscious living environments, ensuring the quality of your drinking water is more essential than ever. One critical but often overlooked parameter is TDS, or Total Dissolved Solids. Whether you’re drinking from the tap, a filter, or a smart water dispenser, understanding the concept […]

In today’s world, expectations from residential communities have evolved dramatically. People no longer see their homes as just living spaces. They expect comfort, security, connectivity, and seamless services at their fingertips. Facility managers and resident welfare associations are increasingly under pressure to meet these expectations without significantly raising costs or complexity. This is where the […]

Handling the finances of a housing society is no small feat. It demands thoughtful budgeting, ongoing oversight, and occasionally, a degree of flexibility to manage the unexpected. Management committees often grapple with challenges such as surprise expenditures, poor budget estimates, and exceeding planned costs. These hurdles can place a heavy financial burden on the community, […]

As population demands rise and municipal supply fluctuates, societies face mounting challenges in maintaining sustainable water access. Overflow wastage, dry tanks, manual errors, and reactive management often result in operational disruption and resident dissatisfaction. To address these inefficiencies, smart water infrastructure is becoming imperative, and at the forefront of this transformation is Planet Smart City. […]

In an era where resource management is critical, water automation is becoming an essential tool for ensuring efficient water usage. Water automation refers to the integration of advanced technologies, such as IoT devices, sensors, and system integration, to monitor and control water systems automatically. This allows for more precise management of water resources, reducing waste, […]