Urbani izziv Volume 34, No. 2, December 2023
: 63-72
(Articles)
UDK: 711.4:004.8:005.52 (497.115)
doi: 10.5379/urbani-izziv-en-2023-34-02-01
Author
Visar Hoxha
ESLG College, Prishtina, Kosovo
visar.hoxha@eukos.org
Elvida Pallaska
ESLG College, Prishtina, Kosovo
elvida.pallaska@eukos.org
Title
A study of components predicting smart governance in Prishtina, Kosovo
Abstract
This research pinpoints key drivers of smart governance
in Prishtina, Kosovo, using a quantitative approach.
A self-report survey with 1,536 respondents, selected
through structured probability sampling, provided the
necessary data. Principal component analysis was applied to assess the questionnaire’s internal structure, and
regression analysis helped reveal smart governance predictors. Two pivotal findings emerged concerning Prishtina’s
smart governance. Smart city management and smart collaboration were the most significant determinants, with
the former demonstrating a slightly stronger correlation.
These results underscore the role of effective city management practices and stakeholder collaboration in directing governance outcomes in smart cities. In light of
this policymakers are advised to emphasize stakeholder
collaboration in smart city initiatives. For Prishtina, this
translates into increased cooperation, transparency, accessibility to data in management practices, and a focus on
infrastructure and public services to enhance smart city
governance.
Key Words
smart city management, smart collaboration, smart governance, Prishtina, Kosovo