Analyzing the Factors Affecting the Sustainability of Smart City Implementation in Qatar
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Governance, Organizational Factors, Social Factors, Sustainability, Smart City, Qatar.Abstract
The Qatari government has initiated several strategic projects and programs since the introduction of Qatar National Vision 2030. These programs aimed to create smart cities to enhance the living standards of Qatar's residents and meet the demands of the rapidly evolving digital economy. The research seeks to investigate the factors that influence the sustainability of smart city implementation in Qatar. The main factors examined were the IT infrastructure, governance, organizational, and social aspects. The quantitative study used a survey strategy. The researcher recommended that public services be enhanced by utilizing cutting-edge ICT, expanding the capabilities of ICT and smart devices, and promoting the integration of smart city infrastructure, network impact, and user adoption. The research emphasizes the need to incorporate cutting-edge ICT, governance, and citizen participation. These factors, together, impact sustainability, service efficacy, and urban livability. The long-term sustainable development goals, along with empirical evidence from Qatar, can help policymakers and stakeholders understand the technological, social, and operational gaps that exist.
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