This book offers a pioneering exploration into the convergence of smart manufacturing, urban governance, and next-generation digital technologies. This edited volume brings together leading scholars, industry practitioners, and technology innovators to examine how the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data analytics are reshaping the way cities operate, industries produce, and societies function.
Focusing on the integration of intelligent manufacturing systems with urban infrastructure, the book highlights real-world applications, emerging challenges, and transformative potentials across key domains such as smart logistics, sustainable resource management, real-time decision-making, and data-driven urban planning. Case studies from global smart cities illustrate the impact of cyber-physical systems and predictive analytics in enhancing efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.
This volume is essential reading for researchers, policymakers, engineers, and urban planners seeking to harness the power of data and connectivity in shaping the cities and industries of tomorrow. It not only offers theoretical insights but also practical strategies for building intelligent, interconnected, and responsive urban-manufacturing ecosystems.
