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| Title | The Importance Of Empowering The Smart City In Iraq: A Case Study Of Baghdad Municipalities |
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| ID_Doc | 55822 |
| Authors | Mustafa M.H.; Al-Saatee H.H.; Al-Bakry H.M.J.; Sabur A.I.; Al-Helli M.; Al-Graiti A.A.A.; Mohammed A.A.; Ismael Z.A.; Mohson Z.H.; Jassim A.K. |
| Year | 2025 |
| Published | International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planning, 20, 3 |
| DOI | http://dx.doi.org/10.18280/ijsdp.200319 |
| Abstract | This research aims to analyze the factors influencing smart city enablement in Baghdad and prioritize indicators affecting this transformation while providing recommendations for improving infrastructure and smart services. The methodology relied on evaluation by a group of 120 experts specialized in architecture, urban planning, academics, municipal department directors, and municipal engineers. A structured questionnaire using a five-point Likert scale (1-5) was employed to measure experts' opinions on indicators' relevance and impact. The Likert scale was specifically chosen for its ability to quantify expert assessments and ensure consistent evaluation across multiple smart city indicators. The results showed that Karrada Municipality is ready to transform into a smart city, and digital security is the most principal factor in this transformation. The study revealed a significant disparity between municipalities in readiness for smart transformation, with general weakness in air quality and waste management. Municipalities such as Mansour and New Baghdad showed progress in digital infrastructure and smart services. The findings indicate short -, medium-, and long-term projects, and the need to launch pilot projects in Karrada, implement advanced cybersecurity solutions, and establish a Smart Municipalities Development Fund, with a focus on improving infrastructure in less developed municipalities and expanding fiber optic networks and cloud services as the last step. ©2025 The authors. |
| Author Keywords | Baghdad; digital infrastructure; digital security; energy management; municipal transformation; smart cities; sustainability; sustainable development |
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