Public-Private Partnership Projects and Digital Innovation within the Framework of Local Development in the Tunisian Territory

Abstract

The potential for local development lies in its ability to improve the living standards of territories and make their economies more attractive to foreign investments. However, to achieve this goal, it is necessary to implement a set of tools that encompass managerial, relational, and legislative aspects. These tools are closely linked to innovation and the ability of local authorities to leverage technologies, particularly Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). Digitalization promotes the territory’s image both locally and internationally, simplifies procedures, and strengthens social cohesion. Today, digital technology holds a central place in the transformation strategy of the Tunisian Administration. Various initiatives are being launched to realize this strategy. These initiatives aim to bring the administration closer to citizens, promote the transparency of administrative procedures, and combat corruption. Our study focuses on analyzing the relationship between digital innovation and local development, as well as the impact of this relationship on the territory. To do this, theoretical proposals related to this topic have been formulated. The results of our research show that there are several obstacles hindering the functioning of these “PPP” based on digital innovation. Nevertheless, the effective management of digital resources has a significant impact on local and territorial development, particularly in the Tunisian context. The conclusions are more meaningful in terms of development mode, given the context of our research, which focuses on a state undergoing renewal.