This paper studies the recommended professional profiles and the sources of availability of qualified ICT personnel, as both are identified as key factors for the success of Smart City projects. ESCO served as the foundation that connected Smart City workforce requirements with the European labour market. It allowed the SMACITE project to define standardized Smart City professional profiles (Smart City Engineer and Smart City Technician), compare them with existing occupations, identify skill gaps, and create targeted training pathways. The study demonstrates how ESCO can support evidence-based workforce planning skills intelligence, and the development of future oriented professional profiles for digital and green transitions. 

Read the full study: "Modeling and Analyzing the Availability of Technical Professional Profiles for the Success of Smart Cities Projects in Europe" 

This article contributes to the broader collection of external ESCO publications, showcasing the use of ESCO within various methodologies or its presentation in both European and International contexts. As ESCO becomes increasingly used in applications and research projects across Europe and beyond, it is valuable to collect such sources and share best practices by diverse stakeholders. Therefore, this collection of external publications strengthens the exchange of knowledge within the ESCO community and can contribute to mutual learning in the field of skills, occupations and qualifications among European and international actors. If you are interested in sharing your publication, please write to EMPL-ESCO-SECRETARIAT@ec.europa.eu