Urban Transformation through Artificial Intelligence: Management Innovations for Sustainable Development (Routledge Studies in Innovation, Organizations and Technology)

This book offers an in-depth examination of the ways in which artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping urban landscapes to address the demands of sustainable development. It positions AI as an essential instrument for creating more intelligent, resilient cities that meet the requirements of contemporary urban living and environmental sustainability.

It emphasizes AI-driven advancements in urban management, including the optimization of transportation, the administration of energy-efficient infrastructure, and the enhancement of public safety using predictive analytics. The examination of AI's role in critical services such as water and waste management, along with personalized public services, illustrates how data-driven insights improve citizens' quality of life. This book also examines AI applications in urban planning, modifying cities in response to climate and population changes. The authors present case studies of successful smart cities globally, providing practical insights and addressing legislative hurdles, privacy issues, and future trends influencing urban AI integration.

This book is a valuable resource for academics across the fields of urban studies, technology and innovation management, transport studies, and public policy.

Justyna Żywiołek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Production and Safety Engineering, Faculty of Management, Częstochowa University of Technology, Poland.

Joanna Ejdys is a Professor of Social Sciences and the Head of the International Department of Logistics and Service Engineering at the Bialystok University of Technology, Poland.

Radosław Wolniak is a Full Professor in the Department of Economics and Informatics at the Silesian University of Technology, Poland.

Senad Becirovic is an Associate Professor at the University College of Teacher Education Lower Austria.