Comparing ICT-related future development trends in shrinking cities : resident and decision-maker perceptions

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2024

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29

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European Planning Studies, Volume 32, issue 10, pp. 2229-2257

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Digitalization and the widespread adoption of novel Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has transformed almost all aspects of society. Remote working, e-commerce and remote services have had a major impact on the lives of individuals, and they increasingly enable individuals to choose their place of residence regardless of geographical constraints. These trends also have a considerable impact on urban spatial structure and regional development. This study examines and compares the probability and desirability of how residents and decision-makers perceive the development trends influenced by ICT and digitalization in shrinking cities and regions. Based on the results the perceptions of residents and decision-makers regarding the desirability of analysed future scenarios are quite well in line, but there exists significant differences regarding the probability of these trends. The results and methodology provide valuable insights for policymakers and other decision-makers to make informed and more participatory decisions regarding future regional development.

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digitalization, ICT, multi-locality, Regional development, remote working

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Kiviaho, A & Einolander, J 2024, ' Comparing ICT-related future development trends in shrinking cities : resident and decision-maker perceptions ', European Planning Studies, vol. 32, no. 10, pp. 2229-2257 . https://doi.org/10.1080/09654313.2024.2373908