Urbanization is on the rise around the world, the inability to adapt to the new urban reality can have disastrous consequences for the cities are facing unprecedented demographic, economic, social and environmental problems. Development models are needed to convert these challenges into opportunities. The authors describe a methodology for strategic planning needed to create smart cities - sustainable, innovative, cohesive and socially cohesive place, improving the quality of urban life. And when it comes to the transformation of the city, the private sector has a lot to contribute. "Hide
by Juan M Barrionuevo, Pascual Berrone, Joan E. Ricart Source: IESE-Insight Magazine 8 pages. Publication Date: September 15, 2012. Prod. #: IIR082-PDF-ENG
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