2nd SMACITE workshop in Spain

On February 18th, Madrid hosted one of SMACITE’s national workshops, a key event addressing the challenges and opportunities in the evolution of Smart Cities.

During the session, participants discussed how emerging technologies, such as AI, cybersecurity, and IoT, are transforming urban planning and public services. The workshop also addressed the most in-demand professional profiles and training strategies to bridge the skills gap in the sector. 

The key highlights of the event were the following:

✅ Presentation of the SMACITE project, emphasizing its impact on developing talent for Smart Cities.
✅ Exploration of professional profiles and key competencies required for urban digitalization.
✅ Panel on innovative experiences in Spain, showcasing successful case studies in implementing smart city technologies.
✅ Introduction of the SMACITE MOOC, designed to equip professionals with essential digital transformation skills.
✅ Discussion on challenges posed by emerging technologies, analyzing the obstacles faced by professionals and public administrations.

In a nutshell, the transformation of cities does not depend solely on technology, but on the talent capable of implementing it with vision and efficiency. SMACITE is a key step in training the professionals who will lead this evolution.

What skills do you think are essential to drive Smart Cities?