Open Innovation in Sejong Smart City Development
Sejong City has emerged as a leading example of smart city development, utilizing advanced technologies to enhance urban infrastructure, sustainability, and the quality of life for its residents. The city’s smart initiatives encompass various areas, including transportation, energy management, and citizen engagement. While several studies have explored individual aspects of Sejong’s smart city efforts, a comprehensive synthesis of academic research focusing on the role of open innovation is lacking. This thesis aims to fill this gap by conducting a systematic literature review to identify key strategies, outcomes, and challenges associated with the application of open innovation in the Sejong Smart City initiative.
| Level | Bachelor |
| Field of Study | Public Open Innovation |
| Prerequisites | Non |
This thesis will focus on conducting a systematic literature review of academic studies related to the application of open innovation in the Sejong Smart City initiative. The objective is to analyze and synthesize existing research to understand the scope, impact, and challenges of open innovation in smart city developments in Sejong. The review will cover various aspects, including:
- The implementation and management of open innovation practices in smart city technologies
- The role of citizen engagement and participation in open innovation projects
- The impact of open innovation initiatives on urban sustainability and quality of life
- Challenges and success factors in the development and scaling of open innovation solutions
By examining peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and other scholarly works, this thesis will provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on open innovation in Sejong Smart City, highlighting gaps and opportunities for further investigation.
Why Choose This Topic?
- Real-World Relevance: Sejong City is one of the most ambitious smart city projects globally – a real-life laboratory for testing urban innovation. This case offers a dynamic and timely context for academic exploration. The integration of citizen participation, open technologies, and collaborative problem-solving is at the heart of smart city success – and Sejong provides rich material to explore these dynamics.
- Practical Impact: The findings of this review can inform urban planners, municipal innovation managers, and policy-makers – offering real-world value beyond the academic discourse.
- Clear Research Gap: While there are many individual studies on smart cities, there is a lack of systematic reviews focusing specifically on open innovation in Sejong. This thesis addresses a meaningful academic gap.
- Accessible Topic: The project is suitable for bachelor-level work, requiring no prior technical knowledge. A structured literature review provides a clear methodology and manageable scope for a bachelor thesis.
Recommended Readings
[1] Han, J. (2024). Open innovation in a smart city context: The case of Sejong smart city initiative. European Journal of Innovation Management.
[2] Webster, J., & Watson, R. T. (2002). Analyzing the past to prepare for the future: Writing a literature review. MIS quarterly, xiii-xxiii. https://www.jstor.org/stable/4132319
How to Apply
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