Smart Cities to Become Mainstream Raimundo Rodulfo, P.e. - Director of Information Technology / Chief Innovation Officer, City of Coral Gables, Florida. Not too long ago, the concept of smart cities was a little blurry and mysterious, with dozens of different definitions and interpretations but very little literature, case studies or actionable frameworks that could provide a clear roadmap for those intrigued by the vision but concerned by its applicability and feasibility. Today, there is a consensus on the urgent need for municipalities and regions to become smarter and more efficient in the way they manage resources, provide services to their constituents, solve urban problems, and plan for the near and long-term future.