Let’s analyse WP5 – Deployment and Demonstration, where Dr David Solans (Telefónica Research, Telefónica, Spain), WP leader, will present the work done, the impact generated by this WP and the plan for the coming months.

The main objective of WP5 is to demonstrate the capabilities of the SPATIAL platform through four heterogeneous real-world applications.

To do so, the contributors of the WP5 have been working in two main tasks. The first task focuses on designing and building the infrastructure needed to run each of the pilots and deploy each application over the SPATIAL infrastructure. After, the second task entails the measurement and validation of the KPIs defined in each of the use cases, what helps validate the obtained results.

How is this WP linked with the others? How are the activities carried out in this WP beneficial for the other project tasks?

As a demonstrative work package, WP5 is intricately intertwined with the outcomes of the other work packages. A notable instance of this interconnectedness is evident in the compilation of project and platform requirements during the execution of WP1, where the needs of applications developed within WP5 exerted a profound influence. This symbiotic relationship underscores the dynamic nature of collaboration within the project.

Simultaneously, the collection of metrics defined and implemented in WP2, along with developing the SPATIAL platform in WP3, serves as the bedrock for seamless integration between WP5 and the broader SPATIAL project. The definition of metrics in WP2 ensures a standardized and comprehensive framework for assessing performance and progress, while the SPATIAL platform, conceived and refined in WP3, acts as the connector facilitating the interaction between WP5 and the rest of the SPATIAL developments. This exemplifies the cohesive and strategic approach adopted across the various work packages, establishing a robust foundation for the overall success of the SPATIAL project.

What is the part of this WP that can be the most impactful?

Inside SPATIAL, WP5 aims at building, deploying, and integrating the infrastructure for each pilot

plays a pivotal role as a demonstrator and enabler for future use cases on the platform.

This crucial phase not only showcases the immediate applications of the developed technology but also serves as a model for how the platform can be utilized in diverse scenarios.

This work package establishes a compelling example of the platform’s capabilities by successfully demonstrating the integration of SPATIAL technology solutions on pilot platforms. This not only validates its functionality for the current research objectives but also positions it as an adaptable and scalable solution for potential future applications. As a demonstrator and enabler, this work package significantly contributes to the platform’s utility and showcases its potential for broader use cases beyond the immediate scope of the project.

What are your plans for the remaining part of the project?

Once the initial versions of the pilots are seamlessly integrated with the project platform, the subsequent phases within this work package encompass the execution of a new round of pilots in which we evaluate the new functionalities enabled by the integration with the SPATIAL platform.

This will be executed in the form of an iterative process that serves the dual purpose of validating the current implementations as well as eliciting valuable feedback for potential enhancements across each pilot. The collected feedback will undergo a meticulous analysis with the overarching objective of refining and optimizing the existing functionalities, ensuring that the technology aligns precisely with the project’s goals. This iterative feedback loop not only facilitates the fine-tuning of the pilots but also fosters continuous improvement, thereby s the overall effectiveness and responsiveness of the implemented solutions.