Building smarter cities together: Government-to-government partnerships in the development of smart cities

Recent studies have emphasized cities' need to confront diverse urban challenges. Smart cities offer technological solutions; however, there is a knowledge gap in terms of understanding the effects of technological adoption in cities. Technology adoption in cities must carefully consider technological feasibility, local sentiments, cultural diversity, governance structure, and various socioeconomic aspects. To address this gap, this study investigated smart city development strategies and focused on their integration into urban development plans in Siheung-si in South Korea and NeoCity in Florida. In addition, this study examined the socioeconomic considerations before implementing technology, covering land, infrastructure, people, and governance. Our findings highlight the benefits of effective government-to-government partnerships, emphasizing the importance of knowledge sharing within the smart city ecosystem. This government-to-government partnership serves as a guiding principle for future research and policy interventions.