Scientific Papers of Silesian University of Technology Organization and Management Series,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
2023(187)
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
The
main
aim
of
this
paper
is
to
assess
the
level
and
dynamics
sustainable
development
logistics
sector
in
ten
largest
economies
European
Union
from
2008
2020.Design/methodology/approach:
We
normalize
diagnostic
variables
into
synthetic
indicators
verify
hypothesis.We
created
a
index
describing
its
economic,
social,
environmental
pillars.
Findings:The
results
indicate
positive
trend
EU
2020.Moreover,
most
cases,
countries
with
higher
GDP
also
have
development.
Research
limitations/implications:The
availability
data,
choice
normalization
method
research
sample.Practical
implications:
Managing
enterprises
takes
place
requires
analyzing
external
situation,
including
macroeconomic
conditions.Social
social
visible,
it
necessary
take
further
actions
improve
working
conditions
quality.Originality/value:
novelty
creation
indicators.The
addresses
many
recipients
interested
developing
sector.
Smart Cities,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
6(4), P. 1973 - 1995
Published: Aug. 11, 2023
The
COVID-19
pandemic
has
significantly
disrupted
human
socioeconomic
activities,
leaving
an
everlasting
impact
on
urban
systems.
As
a
result,
there
is
growing
scholarly
focus
exploring
how
planning
strategies
and
tools
can
help
create
resilient
cities.
In
Saudi
Arabia,
the
pilgrimage
city
of
Makkah,
which
always
faced
challenge
managing
crowds
during
annual
pilgrimage,
was
left
deserted
due
to
lockdowns
social
distancing
measures.
To
quickly
revive
activities
in
city,
set
digital
communication
technologies
were
deployed
manage
enforce
minimize
spread
virus.
This
study
examines
role
digitalization
smartification
reviving
importance
context
building
resilience.
used
desktop
research
case
analysis
highlight
transformation
new
normal
development
future
smart
for
city.
Smart
solutions
provided
valuable
support
reducing
impacts
restarting
Makkah’s
economy.
Although
most
have
been
restored,
some
facilities
services
are
still
operating
below
capacity.
Digitalization
could
play
major
improving
service
delivery
International Journal of Public Administration,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 15
Published: March 20, 2024
This
article
examines
how
mayors
in
Belgium
facilitate
smart
city
development
through
interactions
with
actors
public
administrations,
businesses,
and
civil
society.
By
applying
entrepreneurship
actor-network
theories,
it
explores
actions
can
take
to
establish
urban
innovation
networks.
The
research
reveals
mayors'
crucial
role
translating
initial
ambiguous
ideas
into
programs
shared
implemented
by
diverse
multiple
stakeholders.
They
do
so
providing
a
strategic
vision,
managing
municipal
administrations'
institutional
environment,
mobilizing
support.
These
findings
underscore
significance
shaping
collective
narratives,
contexts,
promoting
democratic
participation
development.
Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 10
Published: March 24, 2025
Against
the
backdrop
of
rapid
global
urbanization,
cities
are
facing
increasingly
complex
challenges.
How
to
enhance
ability
urban
systems
respond
various
shocks
and
challenges
has
attracted
widespread
attention
from
scholars
policymakers.
As
an
important
means
addressing
challenges,
Smart
City
Construction
(SMC)
can
improve
management
services
through
information
technology,
big
data,
other
technological
means,
potentially
enhancing
quality
emergency
development.
This
article
uses
Difference-in-Difference
method
empirically
study
impact
SMC
on
development
quality.
The
construction
smart
promoted
Mechanism
analysis
shows
that
resilience
(UR)
is
mechanism
action.
results
still
hold
true
after
a
series
robustness
tests,
such
as
PSM,
were
used
in
this
article.
heterogeneity
indicate
varies
depending
location
size
city.
provides
policy
recommendations
for
cities.
Practice, progress, and proficiency in sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 23 - 58
Published: Aug. 27, 2024
The
study
provides
an
overview
of
the
comprehensive
exploration
smart
cities
and
their
integration
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
for
urban
sustainability.
It
covers
definition
cities,
importance
AI,
key
challenges
opportunities,
foundational
aspects
sustainable
infrastructure
development,
enhancing
public
services,
data
governance,
citizen
engagement,
economic
policy
frameworks,
future
trends,
case
studies,
conclusions.
demonstrated
that
AI
assist
in
surveillance
mitigating
environmental
threats,
such
as
deforestation,
environment
destruction,
contamination.
Citizen
engagement
additionally
promotes
transparency
responsibility,
encouraging
residents
to
hold
federal
government
agencies
other
stakeholders
accountable
information
techniques.
chapter
encapsulates
breadth
depth
discussion
within
provided
layout,
offering
insights
into
transformative
potential
shaping
inclusive
cities.
