What Is a Smart City?

A smart city is a forward-looking urban policy and development model that leverages information and
communication technologies (ICT) to address urban challenges, improve citizens’ quality of life, and strengthen urban competitiveness.

Smart city initiatives involve applying and scaling emerging technologies
—many of which are still in pilot or experimental stages—within existing cities and new urban developments.

Smart city development is a highly complex, interdisciplinary field that requires a deep understanding of urban structures,
insight into future technologies, and comprehensive expertise.

What Does SPARKCITY Offer?

Grounded in extensive smart city experience, a critical perspective on emerging technologies,
and ongoing insight into global trends, policies, and research, SPARKCITY delivers
human-centered smart city strategy consulting that shapes the next era of urban transformation.