Cybersecurity
is
a
crucial
concern
for
local
governments,
as
they
serve
the
primary
interface
between
public
and
government
services,
managing
sensitive
data
critical
infrastructure.
While
technical
safeguards
are
integral
to
cybersecurity,
role
of
well-structured
policy
equally
important,
it
provides
structured
guidance
translate
requirements
into
actionable
protocols.
This
study
reviews
governments’
cybersecurity
policies
provide
comprehensive
assessment
how
these
align
with
NIST
CSF,
which
widely
adopted
commonly
used
framework.
The
review
offers
governments
mirror
reflect
on
their
stance,
identifying
potential
vulnerabilities
areas
needing
urgent
attention.
further
extends
developing
framework,
can
use
strategic
tool.
It
valuable
information
elements
that
must
incorporate
protect
confidential
Sustainable Cities and Society,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
94, P. 104562 - 104562
Published: March 29, 2023
In
recent
years,
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
has
been
increasingly
put
into
use
to
address
cities'
economic,
social,
environmental,
and
governance
challenges.
Thanks
its
advanced
capabilities,
AI
is
set
become
one
of
local
governments'
principal
means
achieving
smart
sustainable
development.
utilisation
for
urban
planning,
nonetheless,
a
relatively
understudied
area
research,
particularly
in
terms
the
gap
between
theory
practice.
This
study
presents
comprehensive
review
areas
planning
which
technologies
are
contemplated
or
applied,
it
analysed
how
support
could
potentially
Regarding
methodological
approach,
this
systematic
literature
following
PRISMA
protocol.
The
obtained
insights
include:
(a)
Early
adopters'
real-world
applications
paving
way
wider
government
adoption;
(b)
Achieving
adoption
involves
collaboration
partnership
key
stakeholders;
(c)
Big
data
an
integral
element
effective
and;
(d)
Convergence
human
crucial
urbanisation
issues
adequately
achieve
These
highlight
importance
making
smarter
through
analytical
methods.
Emerging Science Journal,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
6(6), P. 1199 - 1236
Published: Sept. 13, 2022
Artificial
intelligence
(AI)
deployment
is
exceedingly
relevant
to
local
governments,
for
example,
in
planning
and
delivering
urban
services.
AI
adoption
services,
however,
an
understudied
area,
particularly
because
there
limited
knowledge
hence
a
research
gap
on
the
public's
perceptions-users/receivers
of
these
This
study
aims
examine
people’s
behaviors
preferences
regarding
most
suited
services
application
technology
challenges
governments
adopt
service
delivery.
The
methodological
approach
includes
data
collection
through
online
survey
from
Australia
Hong
Kong
statistical
analysis
binary
logistic
regression
modeling.
finds
that:
(a)
Attitudes
toward
applications
ease
use
have
significant
effects
forming
opinion
AI;
(b)
initial
thoughts
meaning
impact
areas
challenges;
(c)
perception
differences
between
two
countries
are
significant;
(d)
government
minimal.
consolidates
our
understanding
how
public
perceives
AI,
which
informs
authorities
that
deploy
or
plan
their
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IoT,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
4(3), P. 366 - 411
Published: Aug. 31, 2023
As
the
world
becomes
increasingly
urbanized,
development
of
smart
cities
and
deployment
IoT
applications
will
play
an
essential
role
in
addressing
urban
challenges
shaping
sustainable
resilient
environments.
However,
there
are
also
to
overcome,
including
privacy
security
concerns,
interoperability
issues.
Addressing
these
requires
collaboration
between
governments,
industry
stakeholders,
citizens
ensure
responsible
equitable
implementation
technologies
cities.
The
offers
a
vast
array
possibilities
for
city
applications,
enabling
integration
various
devices,
sensors,
networks
collect
analyze
data
real
time.
These
span
across
different
sectors,
transportation,
energy
management,
waste
public
safety,
healthcare,
more.
By
leveraging
technologies,
can
optimize
their
infrastructure,
enhance
resource
allocation,
improve
quality
life
citizens.
In
this
paper,
eight
global
models
have
been
proposed
guide
provide
frameworks
standards
planners
stakeholders
design
deploy
solutions
effectively.
We
detailed
evaluation
based
on
nine
metrics.
implement
mentioned,
recommendations
stated
overcome
challenges.
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(13), P. 5501 - 5501
Published: June 25, 2024
Local
governments
face
critical
challenges
in
the
era
of
digital
transformation,
balancing
responsibility
safeguarding
resident
information
and
administrative
documents
while
maintaining
data
integrity
public
trust.
These
responsibilities
become
even
more
as
they
transition
into
smart
cities
adopting
advanced
technological
innovations
to
revolutionize
governance,
enhance
service
delivery,
foster
sustainable
resilient
urban
environments.
Technological
advancements
like
Internet-of-Things
devices
artificial
intelligence-driven
approaches
can
provide
better
services
residents,
but
also
expose
local
cyberthreats.
There
has
been,
nonetheless,
very
little
study
on
cybersecurity
issues
from
government
perspective,
multifaceted
nature
settings
is
scattered
fragmented,
highlighting
need
for
a
conceptual
understanding
adequate
action.
Against
this
backdrop,
aims
identify
key
components
governmental
context
through
systematic
literature
review.
This
review
further
extends
development
framework
providing
comprehensive
government’s
landscape.
makes
significant
contribution
academic
professional
domains
policies
within
context,
offering
valuable
insights
decision-makers,
practitioners,
academics.
helps
vulnerabilities,
enabling
stakeholders
recognize
shortcomings
their
implement
effective
countermeasures
safeguard
confidential
documents.
Thus,
findings
inform
policy
cybersecurity-aware
prepared.
Smart Cities,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(4), P. 1576 - 1625
Published: June 28, 2024
In
an
era
marked
by
rapid
technological
progress,
the
pivotal
role
of
Artificial
Intelligence
(AI)
is
increasingly
evident
across
various
sectors,
including
local
governments.
These
governmental
bodies
are
progressively
leveraging
AI
technologies
to
enhance
service
delivery
their
communities,
ranging
from
simple
task
automation
more
complex
engineering
endeavours.
As
governments
adopt
AI,
it
imperative
understand
functions,
implications,
and
consequences
these
advanced
technologies.
Despite
growing
importance
this
domain,
a
significant
gap
persists
within
scholarly
discourse.
This
study
aims
bridge
void
exploring
applications
context
government
provision.
Through
inquiry,
seeks
generate
best
practice
lessons
for
smart
city
initiatives.
By
conducting
comprehensive
review
grey
literature,
we
analysed
262
real-world
implementations
170
worldwide.
The
findings
underscore
several
key
points:
(a)
there
has
been
consistent
upward
trajectory
in
adoption
over
last
decade;
(b)
China,
US,
UK
at
forefront
adoption;
(c)
among
technologies,
natural
language
processing
robotic
process
emerge
as
most
prevalent
ones;
(d)
primarily
deploy
28
distinct
services;
(e)
information
management,
back-office
work,
transportation
traffic
management
leading
domains
terms
adoption.
enriches
existing
body
knowledge
providing
overview
current
sphere
governance.
It
offers
valuable
insights
policymakers
decision-makers
considering
adoption,
expansion,
or
refinement
urban
Additionally,
highlights
using
guide
successful
integration
optimisation
future
projects,
ensuring
they
meet
evolving
needs
communities.
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 487 - 512
Published: Feb. 25, 2025
The
growing
urban
population
is
driving
up
the
need
for
creative
answers
to
today's
problems.
In
order
integrate
several
data
sources
and
prioritize
citizen
privacy
within
smart
city
ecosystems,
this
study
presents
secure
framework.
SSCF's
effectiveness
aids
in
smooth
integration
of
data,
sophisticated
analytics,
well-informed
decision-making
sake
planning
service
optimization.
This
work
emphasizes
how
crucial
it
have
interoperable,
scalable,
frameworks
like
SSCF
fully
utilize
potential.
Through
its
ability
connect
dots
between
data-driven
insights
preservation,
advances
our
knowledge
intricacies
present
contemporary
landscapes.
Within
larger
framework
development,
programs
such
as
provide
a
mechanism
create
sustainable,
resilient,
inclusive
cities
that
improve
standard
living
all
citizens.
proposed
gives
detail
insight
about
context
cities.
Ecological Indicators,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
154, P. 110882 - 110882
Published: Sept. 3, 2023
In
the
face
of
urban
development
challenges
brought
about
by
high-speed
urbanization,
smart
cities
have
been
recognized
as
a
necessary
way
to
promote
modernization
governance
systems
and
capacity.
Therefore,
establishment
scientific
comprehensive
evaluation
index
system
is
crucial
sustainable
construction
cities.
Based
on
existing
research,
this
study
innovatively
uses
multivariate
data
construct
an
for
level
cities,
then
systematically
evaluates
city
efficiency
37
from
2016
2021
using
Super-efficiency
slack-based
model
considering
undesired
output
Malmquist
index.
Finally,
measures
are
proposed
orderly
healthy
combining
domestic
international
experience
in
policy
recommendations.
Results
show
following:
(1)
Overall,
imbalance
China's
between
regions
has
improved,
but
gap
remains
central
western
comparison
with
east.
(2)
The
improvement
correlates
regional
economic
development,
showing
gradual
decrease
east
west.
(3)
results
can
provide
theoretical
support
decision-making
basis
relevant
government
departments
optimize
planning
scientifically
formulate
policies.
Information,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(6), P. 342 - 342
Published: June 10, 2024
Cybersecurity
is
a
crucial
concern
for
local
governments
as
they
serve
the
primary
interface
between
public
and
government
services,
managing
sensitive
data
critical
infrastructure.
While
technical
safeguards
are
integral
to
cybersecurity,
role
of
well-structured
policy
equally
important
it
provides
structured
guidance
translate
requirements
into
actionable
protocols.
This
study
reviews
governments’
cybersecurity
policies
provide
comprehensive
assessment
how
these
align
with
National
Institute
Standards
Technology’s
Framework
2.0,
which
widely
adopted
commonly
used
framework.
review
offers
mirror
reflect
on
their
stance,
identifying
potential
vulnerabilities
areas
needing
urgent
attention.
further
extends
development
framework,
can
use
strategic
tool.
It
valuable
information
elements
that
must
incorporate
protect
confidential
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(13), P. 10323 - 10323
Published: June 29, 2023
While
smart
city
transformation
is
a
remarkably
popular
topic
among
urban
policymakers
across
the
globe,
there
little
evidence
on
how
to
evaluate
city’s
smartness
level
accurately.
This
study
aims
bridge
this
knowledge
gap
by
applying
novel
assessment
framework
case
context
and
generating
useful
insights.
To
achieve
aim,
evaluates
levels
of
27
Brazilian
state
capital
cities
through
indicators
productivity
innovation,
livability
well-being,
sustainability
accessibility,
governance
planning,
connectivity
innovation.
analysis
conducted
that
brings
up
three
categories
performance
types—i.e.,
leading,
following,
developing.
The
findings
revealed
common
characteristics
with
leading
are
having:
(a)
strong
innovation
ecosystem;
(b)
Specific
legislation
for
developing
entrepreneurship;
(c)
Training
opportunities
skilled
labor;
(d)
Conditions
knowledge-based
development
digital
offerings
readiness.
identified
smartest
in
Brazil
as
follows:
Florianópolis,
São
Paulo,
Vitória,
Curitiba,
Porto
Alegre,
Brasília,
Belo
Horizonte,
Rio
de
Janeiro,
Cuiabá.
offers
insights
from
application
method
local
authorities
consider
adopting
progress
analyses
subsequently
making
necessary
interventions
transform
their
policy
practice
realize
desired
goals.
Smart Cities,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
6(6), P. 3359 - 3392
Published: Nov. 29, 2023
The
concept
of
a
smart
city
is
based
on
the
extensive
multidimensional
use
information
and
communication
technologies
to
create
most
favorable
living
conditions
for
residents
visitors.
It
also
important
economic
activity
while
respecting
environment.
One
dimensions
this
security
in
broadest
sense,
particularly
that
which
concerns
urban
residents.
This
article
addresses
subject
by
analyzing
crime
determining
state
safety
16
Polish
provincial
cities
between
2013–2022.
measure
was
chosen
be
set
indicators
characterizing
number
registered
criminal
offenses
studied
cities.
On
basis,
values
indices
dynamics
change
these
individual
analyzed
period
were
determined.
In
next
stage,
compared
under
study
concentration
total
(LQT)
types
(LQn)
Based
results,
divided
into
four
levels.
Afterward,
results
used
multi-criteria
analysis
cities,
carried
out
using
TOPSIS
method.
calculated
index
(Pi)
formed
basis
creating
ranking
specifying
levels
indicate
wide
variation
among
terms
Gdańsk,
Bydgoszcz,
Olsztyn
Zielona
Góra
found
safest
Szczecin
least
safe.
methodology
developed
obtained
show
validity
conducting
comparative
research
areas
relevant
implementation
concept.
knowledge
gained
can
build
strategies
conduct
policies
with
regard
improving
especially
those
aspiring
