Currently, over half of humanity lives in cities. This percentage is expected to increase as more people around the world continue to move from non-urban locations to urban areas in search of economic opportunity and better social conditions. These two factors are key motivators in their search for better work conditions and a higher quality of life for themselves and their families. In response, cities are challenged with providing basic services for this influx of new residents such as housing and shelter, security services, healthcare services and basic infrastructure needs like sanitation, utilities and transportation. Without these basic services, cities run the risk of increased crime and homelessness.
