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ICT in disaster management context: a descriptive and critical review
Mandeep Kaur1, Pankaj Deep Kaur2, Sandeep Kumar Sood3
1Department of Engineering and Technology, Guru Nanak Dev University Regional Campus Jalandhar, Jalandhar, Punjab, India, 144007. bajwamandeep96@gmail.com.
Summary
Information Technology (IT) is crucial for managing hydro-meteorological disasters, yet its role is under-researched. This review highlights IT
Area of Science:
- Disaster Management
- Information Technology
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Hydro-meteorological disasters cause significant global fatalities and damage.
- The application of Information Technology (IT) in disaster management remains under-explored.
- Existing literature lacks a comprehensive overview of IT's role in hazard management.
Approach:
- A descriptive and critical literature review was conducted.
- Bibliographic data from Scopus and PATSTAT (2010-2019) were analyzed.
- The study established a framework for data acquisition, literature selection, and analysis.
Key Points:
- Publication trends, citation analysis, patent activity, and geographical research distribution were examined.
- Influential journals, institutions, and documents in the field were identified.
- Environmental issues, ICT advancements, resilience, and implementation challenges were critically reviewed.
Conclusions:
- Information Technology plays a vital role in enhancing disaster management strategies.
- The study provides a foundational understanding of IT's current status in disaster management.
- Guidance is offered for future research and IT-supported disaster management initiatives.
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