Assessment of the current situation and factors influencing the development of smart cities in Hanoi under a polycentric spatial orientation

Abstract

This study aims to assess the current situation and analyze the factors influencing the development of a smart city model in Hanoi, with a focus on the system of five satellite urban areas. Data were collected from 350 respondents. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods were employed, with data processed using SPSS 22 software. Reliability was tested using Cronbach’s Alpha, and Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was conducted to validate the measurement scales. Correlation analysis and multiple linear regression were also applied. The results indicate that all factors have an impact, among which smart governance has the strongest influence, followed by smart economy and smart citizens, while environmental, living, and mobility factors show lower impacts. The study confirms the role of satellite urban areas in expanding development space and reducing pressure on Hanoi’s inner city.