4 . LEADERSHIP MODEL
SMART CITIES
46 geographically-concentrated innovation ecosystems .” This approach develops an ecosystem of shared knowledge and well connected capabilities to drive innovation that is tailored to local needs . Smart district models have been successfully developed in two ways : top-down strategies which are decided and led by the government or local authorities , or bottom-up ones which are initiated and driven by the private sector . The result - an innovative culture at the heart of the city .
When it comes to shared knowledge via conferences and expos , 86 % of the top ranked cities in the Eden
Strategy Institute ’ s report are hosting these types of events as well as other shared knowledge mechanisms such as joint ventures , collaborative planning , and developing specialised knowledge and industry clusters .
4 . LEADERSHIP MODEL
When establishing a smart city framework it is important to have a clear leadership model . Some of the most successful cities it has seen have used a single dedicated office for their initiative with flexible pathways for leadership to evolve naturally . However other successful smart cities have also used models that distributed
“ Done correctly , smart cities have the potential to transform the character and liveability of a city , rejuvenate its economy and heritage , enhance its resilience and sustainability , and even tighten the social compact with the government and among citizens ”
— The Eden Strategy Institute
OCTOBER 2020