The book “Multi-Level Governance Models for Smart Cities” explores how cities can be effectively governed in the context of digital transformation and smart urban development. It highlights the importance of collaboration across governance levels—local, regional, national, and European—as well as the role of digital technologies, data, and innovation in improving public services and urban quality of life.

Through an interdisciplinary approach and examples of best practices, the volume provides insight into the challenges and opportunities of smart governance, emphasizing the need for flexible, participatory, and sustainable governance models for future cities. In an era of rapid urbanization and digitalization, smart governance is increasingly essential for administrative efficiency, transparency, and citizen engagement.