Implementing the Concept of Smart Cities in Amman: Reality and Aspirations Review

The tremendous development in the use of smart applications, modern communication technologies, and the Internet of Things revolution has made it necessary for the city administration to use these technologies to improve and develop cities and exploit them to solve problems facing residents and improve their lives. The problems of traffic congestion, climate change, energy sources, natural resources, transportation, and health are among the most important dilemmas that can be faced using the concept of smart cities. This research summarizes the current state of Amman City as a case study to analyze its reality and the extent of its progress in using smart city technologies by studying existing and future projects. There are many challenges facing the city of Amman in its use of smart city systems, such as financing problems, lack of technical expertise in this field, and the lack of integrated and comprehensive planning for a smart city. The researchers developed proposals and recommendations related to technologies and services that contribute to overcoming the dilemmas facing Amman in transitioning toward a smart city similar to cities in the developed world.