A Holistic Evaluation Framework for Air-Front Smart Cities: Integrating Quality of Life and Quality of Business via Accessibility Modeling

Abstract

This study introduces a novel concept of air-front smart cities, and an innovative framework integrating Quality of Life (QOL) and Quality of Business (QOB) concepts to evaluate urban policies and scenarios in Air-Front Smart Cities. These accessibility-based evaluation models examine the correlation and interaction between QOL and QOB, with a focus on sustainable urban development and decarbonization goals. By connecting transportation and digital accessibility to essential services and resources, the framework enables holistic assessments of urban ecosystems. Key QOL and QOB component indicators are identified and selected, tailored to startups and post-harvest agriculture, representing diverse economic sectors. The study links transportation planning with urban policy evaluations, focusing on human well-being, economic growth, and decarbonization, applying the framework to real-world cases in Japan (Aichi) and the Philippines (Baguio). The findings demonstrate the utility of the framework in optimizing urban policies to align economic growth, livability, and sustainability in Air-Front Smart Cities.