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| Discussion Process at the National Seminar on Government Information Technology (Photo: Zaki Public Relations) |
Technology, institutions, policies, and regulations are both success factors and challenges for smart cities. They studied these things more deeply at the National Seminar on Information Technology for Government Science Study Program, University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM). The seminar entitled "Opportunities and Challenges of Smart City Development in Indonesia" invited a series of expert speakers on Thursday (9/6). Among them were speakers from the Ministry of Communication and Information (Kemenkominfo) RI Dwi Elfrida Martina, S.IP., MPPM, Lecturer of Government Science Study Program (IP) UMM Dr. Tri Sulistyaningsih, M.Sc. and FEB UMM Lecturer Djoko Sigit, S.E., M.Acc., P.hD.
Opening the seminar, the Dean of FISIP UMM, Prof. Dr. Muslimin, M.Sc., said that students are expected to be able to increase their literacy related to smart cities. Mainly in the effort to manage and use information and communication technology. In addition, it also strives to provide services and provide innovative solutions to urban problems.
On the other hand, as the local government application services coordinator, Dwi said that smart cities are not an imagery effort to be highlighted by the media. But the most important thing is to build the city's image or face as a target in making an intelligent city. They followed her by developing infrastructure, appearance, and qualified services. It is hoped that this will recognize the development both nationally and internationally.
"A smart city is an area that can manage its various resources effectively and efficiently. So that they can solve multiple challenges using innovative, integrated, and sustainable solutions to improve the quality of life of their citizens, "explained Dwi.
On the other hand, Tri Sulistyaningsih also briefly explained some of the components and characteristics of a smart city. We are starting with innovative governance, an essential aspect of developing a smart city. Then also smart living to the intelligent economy.
Other components or characteristics needed are an intelligent environment and smart mobility. "One other thing that they should not forget is smart people. People in the city must also be smart and savvy in using technology and taking advantage of the flow of information. It will be a waste if the city is smart, but the people can't keep up with technological developments," said Tri.
Djoko also conveyed the same thing. According to him, they must face several data challenges in a smart city. The challenge can be in the form of policies and regulations, especially related to the readiness of regional rules. Institutional, implementation, and technological aspects are also things that cannot underestimate.
"Such as access and investment in information and communication technology. There are also institutional challenges of leadership and bureaucracy. Not to forget the regulatory aspects, infrastructure, data quality to data-based culture," he added.
Furthermore, Djoko emphasized that smart cities are not only focused on technological aspects. But what is no less important is the way to process the data. According to him, a smart city will prosper if people use data correctly and wisely. (apg/Zak/Wil)
