Routledge Smart Cities: Governing, Modelling and Analysing the Transition

Smart Cities: Governing, Modelling and Analysing the Transition is a comprehensive academic resource that examines the development and implementation of smart city initiatives. Published by Routledge, this book brings together cutting-edge research and expert analysis to provide an objective assessment of how smart cities can contribute to global sustainable development targets. Since the emergence of major programmes like IBM's Smart Planet and Cisco's Smart Cities and Communities, there has been growing interest in understanding the real potential and challenges of urban smart technology deployment. This publication offers a rigorous, arm's-length evaluation of smart city governance, modelling approaches, and analytical frameworks, moving beyond promotional claims to deliver substantive insights for urban planners, policymakers, and researchers working on the transition to smarter, more sustainable cities.