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What are smart territories?

Understand the concept of smart territories and the main guidelines of the respective strategy.

Simplifying concepts

Digital transformation is redefining the way we think about and organise our territory. This evolution is reflected at different levels: local, regional and national, and highlights how technology and data contribute to more integrated, sustainable and people-centred management.

Technologies applied to the territory

Today, understanding a territory goes far beyond maps or visits. Digital technologies allow us to observe, measure and understand what is happening in each geographical area in a more complete and detailed way, regardless of its scale. They enable us to monitor the territory in real time and support strategic decisions in areas such as mobility, energy, the environment, public services and many others.

Advanced Analytics

Enables the analysis of large volumes of data to generate knowledge and support decision-making in land management.

Metaverse

Applies immersive technologies to create virtual representations of cities, enabling simulations, interactions, and decision support.

Digital twins

A digitally created virtual model of a physical infrastructure that leverages data to simulate its behaviour in the real world.

Internet of things (IoT)

Connects sensors and devices, such as traffic lights and street lighting, to collect data in real time.

Cloud

Enables storage, processing, and access to remotely hosted data and applications, facilitating integrated analysis and decision-making.

Edge computing

Processes data close to the source, ensuring fast responses in traffic management or security.

Augmented and virtual reality

It allows viewers to see urban projects or interactive tourism experiences through immersive technologies.

5G

Supports high-speed internet access for a large number of devices, ensuring real-time management of smart transport or emergency services.

Artificial Intelligence

Learn from data and support decision-making and territorial management.

National Strategy for Smart Territories

The National Strategy for Smart Territories, published in December 2023, has as its motto ‘turning data into action’. Organised according to domains and indicators that enable it to be monitored, its aim is to promote more efficient, sustainable and inclusive land management through innovation, transparency and the strategic use of data.

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Domains

17

Subdomains

48

Indicators of monitoring the Strategy

15 indicators
Environment
Assessing the environmental and energy sustainability of territories, including efficient resource management, the circular economy, the use of renewable energy, and environmental quality.
4 indicators
Economy
Monitoring innovation, entrepreneurship, research and development (R&D) and the digitalisation of the business fabric.
5 indicators
Governance
Reflecting the level of digitisation, transparency, service integration and use of smart technologies in public management.
5 indicators
Mobility
Assessing the efficiency, sustainability and integration of transport and mobility infrastructure.
13 indicators
Quality of life
Evaluating health, wellbeing, culture, sport, safety and the quality of public spaces.
6 indicators
Society
Measuring digital inclusion, education, civic participation and the skills of the population.

Indicators under analysis

Interactive visualizations

To know more about the National Smart Territories Strategy, you can check dynamic dashboards that will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of the data collected about the territory.

Visit the Smart Territories Portal

The Smart Territories Portal (Portal dos Territórios Inteligentes) is a digital platform that brings together information and resources on the digital transformation of territories in Portugal. It facilitates access to data and best practices and supports more efficient, sustainable, and innovative management. It is also a space for sharing, collaboration, and learning for all individuals and entities involved in territorial development.

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