Author:

Prof. Dr. Adel Ben Youssef (University Côte d’Azur), and Adelina Zeqiri (University Côte d’Azur)

Publisher:

Arab Urban Development Institute

Description:

This report examines the digital transformation in Arab cities, focusing on how cities enhance resource management, improve services, and engage communities through diverse digital technologies that impact how cities and local authorities operate. The research focuses on five key pillars that drive successful digital transformation:

1. Strategic Leadership

2. Organizational Change

3. Skills & Capacities

4. Funding & Financial Resources

5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

By exploring these pillars, the report sheds light on how cities build digital urban economies, societies, and environments.
The report showcases 21 examples from cities across the Arab region and features insights from over 20 urban experts actively working on municipal digital transformation.

The report was developed with the contribution of Connective Cities and city officials who generously contributed their insights.

Language:

English

Page count:

49

Copyright:

Arab Urban Development Institute