Increasing depopulation is causing huge problems for rural communities, leading to a reduction in services and infrastructure in areas with ageing populations. This book examines the concept of the Smart Village, an ICT-conscious integrated strategy which provides a sustainable solution to these problems, helping to revitalize rural areas.

Anna Visvizi, Ph.D. is Associate Professor, Deree College - The American College of Greece, and Visiting Researcher at Effat University, Saudi Arabia. Her expertise covers issues relevant to the intersection of politics, economics and ICT. Miltiadis D. Lytras, Ph.D. is Research Professor at Deree College - The American College of Greece and Visiting Researcher at Effat University, Saudi Arabia. His expertise covers cognitive computing, information systems and technology enabled innovation. György Mudri is agricultural engineer, specialising in biotechnology. He is Advisor to Mr Tibor Szanyi, Member of the European Parliament. His expertise covers rural networking, LEADER, the rural development legislation and the EU smart villages concept.