Evolution of Internet of Things towards Internet of People and things: Case study in Stockholm
2020 (English)Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 80 credits / 120 HE credits
Student thesis
Abstract [en]
The understanding of the continuous changes impacted by digitalization in urban spaces is important for the users since they are co-creators of technology. Users have to understand their importance and the potential value of creating technology according to their needs since their decisions and behaviour affect the way in which technology is adopted. This can be exemplified in the case of smart cities, urban spaces where information technology is combined with everyday objects. So, how to present the information about the smart city in a meaningful way for the inhabitants so that they can understand it and be motivated to engage? The literature review focused on the inclusion of citizens, public visualisation, smart city models and ethics and privacy concerns. Empirical research (case study) consisted of the interviews which have been conducted with the locals of the smart city District S in Stockholm regarding perception of own efforts, knowledge and information receiving on the topic of smart city in their urban space. Results showed that although locals are mostly interested in gaining knowledge and mostly positive regarding own role in the smart city in which they live, the information and visibility is often lacking. Respondents wanted clear guidance on what the smart city is and how to be included, preferably from reliable sources. Having these insights in mind, public displays came out as the possible solution for presenting information on smart city in District S. My study demonstrated that in order to participate, inhabitants have to gain knowledge and understanding on the topic relevant for their environment, as well as to perceive their role as valuable not only on the local, but societal level.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2020. , p. 41
Keywords [en]
Civic participation, District S, Internet of People, Internet of Things, Smart city, Sustainability
National Category
Information Systems
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:lnu:diva-97344OAI: oai:DiVA.org:lnu-97344DiVA, id: diva2:1455939
Subject / course
Informatics
Educational program
Master Programme in Information Systems, 120 credits
Presentation
2020-06-04, 15:40 (English)
Supervisors
Examiners
2020-07-312020-07-292020-07-31Bibliographically approved