Urban Resilience: Information Systems and Data-Driven Strategies for Asset and Risk Management
A special issue of Information (ISSN 2078-2489). This special issue belongs to the section "Information Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 March 2026 | Viewed by 38
Special Issue Editors
Interests: urban resilience; risk management; asset management; geographic information systems (GISs); spatial data analysis
Interests: geographic information systems (GISs); spatial data analysis; building information modeling; geomatics; sustainability research; cartography
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Urban environments have undergone a significant digital transformation since the early adoption of GISs in the 1960s, evolving from smart city initiatives of the 2000s to today's complex integration of emerging technologies. This Special Issue explores critical developments and challenges in urban digital transformation, addressing historical limitations such as fragmented data management, delayed crisis response, and inefficient resource allocation. We welcome innovative research contributions that advance the integration of geographic information systems (GISs), the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, and smart technologies for enhanced urban resilience.
Of particular interest are studies that address key research gaps, including the following: (1) the integration of emerging technologies such as digital twins and blockchain for urban modeling; (2) the development of standardized metrics for quantifying resilience outcomes; (3) solutions for bridging digital divides and ensuring equitable access; (4) the design of adaptive, self-learning systems for urban management; and (5) frameworks for cross-sector collaboration and the long-term sustainability of digital initiatives.
This Special Issue seeks theoretical and practical contributions that examine real-time monitoring systems, predictive analytics, climate change adaptation strategies, and community engagement platforms. We particularly encourage the submission of research on unified data models that break down departmental silos, AI-driven decision support systems, and innovative approaches to participatory urban planning. This collection aims to provide comprehensive insights for researchers, urban planners, policymakers, and technology practitioners working towards creating more resilient, sustainable, and equitable urban futures.
Dr. Seyed Rezvani
Dr. Alexandre B. Gonçalves
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- urban data analytics
- information system integration
- smart city resilience
- digital transformation
- data-driven planning
- urban risk assessment
- real-time monitoring systems
- spatial analytics
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