شهر چابک: مفهوم، اصول، ویژگی‌ها و چالش‌های پیاده‌سازی

ABSTRACT
The concept of the Agile City has emerged in recent decades in response to the emerging challenges of urbanization, aiming to improve quality of life, provide innovative and flexible solutions aligned with human needs, and ultimately increase the efficiency of civic services. The objective of this research is to introduce the concept, principles, characteristics, and implementation challenges of this approach in today's cities. This study is theoretical in terms of its purpose and employs a descriptive-analytical method based on a systematic review of theoretical literature in the field of urban planning. Resources were collected through library research and by searching relevant books and articles from reputable and recognized scientific databases. The research findings indicate that this concept, proposed in line with achieving sustainable urban development, emphasizes components such as urban air quality, use of renewable energies, water resource management, green spaces and biodiversity, sense of social belonging, and attracting sustainable investment. Additionally, factors such as improving coordination between institutions, utilizing new technologies, developing supportive policies, active citizen participation, and developing digital infrastructure can significantly contribute to enhancing the performance and sustainability of the agile city. Moreover, financial and technical challenges have been identified as the main obstacles in implementing the agile city, requiring targeted investment and international cooperation. This research can serve as a basis for improving urban design and management methods in Iran and provide strategies for creating sustainable and agile cities
Extended Abstract
Introduction
Rapid urbanization has created numerous challenges, such as traffic congestion, pollution, and resource scarcity. The Agile City, inspired by agile principles in software development, offers a novel approach to urban management. This approach emphasizes citizen participation, digital technologies, and data-driven management and can help improve public services, reduce costs, and increase urban resilience. Technological advancements like the Internet of Things and Big Data have created opportunities for optimizing urban performance. Additionally, agile cities align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and can effectively address environmental crises and climate change. Global experiences such as "Smart Dubai" have shown that digitalization can improve the quality of life and increase public value. In Iran, urban problems emphasize the need for an agile city approach.
 
Methodology
The research is descriptive-analytical in nature. The primary objective is to analyze the concept of an Agile City, as well as its fundamental principles, characteristics, and implementation challenges. The required sources and data were collected through a review of reputable scientific resources, including articles, books, and reports related to Agile Cities from relevant databases. The keywords used for the search included: "Agile City," "Principles of Agile City," "Characteristics of Agile City," "Implementation Challenges of Agile City," and "Smart and Agile City." The collected sources were analyzed using a qualitative approach. At this stage, the concepts, principles, and characteristics of Agile Cities were extracted and categorized, while the implementation challenges were also examined and analyzed. Content analysis and thematic analysis methods were employed for data analysis.
 
Results and discussion
The proposed indicators for analyzing an Agile City include environmental, social, economic, managerial, and technical dimensions. In the environmental dimension, urban air quality, use of renewable energies, water resource management, and green space development are examined. The social dimension includes a sense of social belonging, public education about sustainability, citizen participation in decision-making, and promotion of sustainable culture. In the economic dimension, attracting sustainable investment, creating job opportunities, using local resources, and investing in sustainable infrastructure are considered. The managerial dimension includes coordination between institutions, the use of new technologies, the development of supportive policies, and the establishment of regulatory bodies. In the technical dimension, green technologies, environmentally friendly building design, use of recycled materials, and implementation of new systems for optimizing resource consumption are examined.
 
Conclusion
The concept of an Agile City has gained attention as an innovative approach in global discussions, and its implementation by urban scholars, planners, designers, and other stakeholders in urban management is increasingly recognized as essential. Introducing, expanding, and applying the concept of an Agile City can lead to a fundamental transformation in urban development approaches and programs. This approach, emphasizing urban resilience enhancement, reducing dependency on automobiles, and leveraging modern technologies, will help address contemporary urban challenges and improve the quality of urban living. The adoption of Agile City features can specifically contribute to achieving key objectives such as increasing sustainability and enhancing social interactions in cities. Implementing Agile City principles allows for the design and planning of urban environments that not only respond to current needs but also anticipate and address future challenges. As an innovative approach, an Agile City offers a compelling framework for tackling the complex and dynamic challenges of the 21st century through a combination of dynamic flexibility, advanced technology, collective participation, and green sustainability. These cities can swiftly respond to citizen needs and environmental changes by utilizing smart, data-driven systems. Additionally, with a strong emphasis on active citizen participation and sustainable resource management, the Agile City seeks to create an environment that not only enhances quality of life but also balances urban development with environmental preservation.
Findings indicate that implementing an Agile City faces multiple challenges. Technical challenges, such as the lack of advanced infrastructure and high technology costs; management challenges, including institutional misalignment and resistance to change; social disparities, such as inequalities in service access and low citizen participation; and financial limitations, including insufficient funding, are among the key obstacles to realizing Agile Cities. Overcoming these challenges requires international cooperation, targeted investment, and the formulation of supportive policies. These measures remove existing barriers and pave the way for successfully implementing Agile City principles. An Agile City is not just a theoretical concept but a necessity for the sustainable and resilient future of urban areas. By adopting Agile City principles, cities can adapt to change, improve urban quality of life, and preserve the environment. This research analyzes these principles, characteristics, and challenges to enhance understanding and propose solutions for their effective implementation in future cities.
 
Funding
There is no funding support.
 
Authors’ Contribution
Authors contributed equally to the conceptualization and writing of the article. All of the authors approved the content of the manuscript and agreed on all aspects of the work declaration of competing interest none.
 
Conflict of Interest
Authors declared no conflict of interest.
Acknowledgments
We are grateful to all the scientific consultants of this paper.