City Transformation
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We don't build cities.
We build the capability for cities to build themselves.
Cities do not become sustainable because of successful projects.They become sustainable because they continuously learn, adapt, and lead their own transformation. CIS exists to make that possible.
CIS Co-Transformation Model
People Before Projects
At CIS, we believe that sustainable city transformation begins with people, not projects. Projects may initiate change, but people create lasting transformation. Sustainable cities are built when local governments, communities, educational institutions, businesses, and citizens develop the capability to lead change together. This belief is the foundation of the CIS Co-Transformation Model.
Capability Co-Building
Unlike traditional consulting, CIS does not transform cities for local governments. We work alongside local governments to co-build the capability needed to lead transformation from within. This capability is developed through real-world collaboration, experimentation, and implementation—where every project becomes a learning opportunity. The CIS Co-Transformation Model is built on three essential elements: Activities, Network, and Strategy.
Local Ownership
The ultimate goal of capability co-building is local ownership. Rather than depending on external experts, local governments become increasingly confident in leading their own initiatives, making decisions, mobilizing stakeholders, and continuously improving their city. Transformation is no longer driven by CIS—it is owned by the city.
Self-Transforming City
A self-transforming city is a city that continuously learns, adapts, and innovates through its own people and institutions. It possesses the capability to respond to new challenges, create new opportunities, and sustain long-term transformation independently. This is the ultimate vision of the CIS Co-Transformation Model.
Three Transformation Phases
Strategic Partner
Strategic Partner
Leading the Direction - CIS leads the transformation by establishing a shared vision, building the right mindset, and introducing the transformation method, while local governments actively participate and build their capability.
Focus: Mindset, Method
Transformation Designer
Transformation Designer
Designing Together - CIS and local governments work as equal partners to co-design and implement real projects. Every activity becomes a learning opportunity, strengthening local capability through hands-on experience.
Focus: Tools, Projects
Capability Builder
Capability Builder
Empowering Local Leadership - Local governments become the primary leaders of transformation, while CIS will become a mentor, quality partner, and international connector to support continuous development.
Focus: Applying all Five Transformation Assets, Expanding local and global networks
People before Projects.
Co-build Capability.
Enable Local Ownership.
Create Self-Transforming Cities.
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