Digital transition

Digitalisation is a major transformative, cross-sectoral trend affecting all dimensions of sustainable urban development (New Leipzig Charter). For cities, this involves integrating digital technologies and processes to enhance operations and services, aligned with public needs.

Cities are harnessing the power of data and digital technology transformation to become more adaptive, responsive, and sustainable in addressing urban challenges. Solutions include smart city initiatives, digital economies, and innovative digital platforms and applications.

Resources cover how cities can adopt advanced digital solutions – such as digital artificial intelligence, data protection management, and GDPR compliance – in ways that optimise urban management, promote efficiency, and improve quality of life for all. Emphasizing data security and data privacy, cities can ensure that digital communications and data digital processing are aligned with EU GDPR regulations. This approach helps prevent data leakage and data loss, ensuring robust data privacy and security measures are in place.