Four conditions by design

The news regarding Sidewalk Labs pulling the plug on the Quayside project in Toronto have generated debates in the smart city eco-system....

A recent publication by the Israeli State Comptroller has once again brought the issue of smart city implementation to the forefront. The report highlights a fundamental reality: cities are similar in many aspects, and therefore face similar challenges. Logically, this should enable shared solutions and collective progress. Yet, one of the key issues raised is the absence of “piggy-backing” in Israeli public procurement. In practice, this means municipalities cannot leverage decisions,...