Business Models Overview
Finally, three main business models associated with SP6 were identified both in the literature and in the three concrete solutions analyzed in Lyon, Munich, and Charleroi. Being an "enabling" SP, the nature of the analysis is different from the previous SPs, as it can encompass other SPs under its scope, leaving increased room for innovative combinations between business models and their underlying elements.
Description
- An urban orchestrator coordinates and provides a diverse set of solutions ranging from mobility and freight to urban planning and infrastructure, particularly crucial in the PCED context.
Benefits
- Ensures integration and coordination of diverse urban solutions, enhancing overall urban management.
- Strong architectures and coordination improve efficiency and effectiveness of urban services.
Governance and Procurement
- Governed by city management (CM) or special purpose vehicles (SPV).
- No specific procurement procedures applicable.
Description
- Urban orchestrators can act as consultants to municipal departments, offering expertise across a variety of urban services due to their broad knowledge base.
Benefits
- Improves the provision of public services through expert consulting teams within the city.
- Facilitates better decision-making and implementation of urban projects.
Description
- Urban orchestrators develop and operate urban platforms that integrate various city operations, data, and services, providing a unified platform for public service provision.
Benefits
- Bundles different services on a single platform, reducing the need for users to access multiple platforms.
- Enhances the efficiency and convenience of accessing urban services.
Governance and Procurement
- Governed by city management (CM) or special purpose vehicles (SPV).
- Procurement procedures include Request for Information (RFI), Competitive Procurement Requests/Competitive Contracting Procedures (CCPR/CCPU), and Wholesale Contracts (WC).
This comprehensive overview demonstrates how various digital tools and technologies can be integrated into different business models, each offering unique benefits and monetization strategies while optimizing urban management and services in the context of urban developers and orchestrators.