Managing Crises and Disasters with Emerging Technologies

Managing Crises and Disasters with Emerging Technologies

Managing Crises and Disasters with Emerging Technologies

 

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Editorial:
IGI Global
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Impacto social de los desastres
ISBN:
9781466601673
Páginas:
222
Encuadernación:
Rústica
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When a disaster strikes, having every possible resource available is an urgent need for those practitioners and government officials put in charge of aid and recovery to those in need. Managing Crises and Disasters with Emerging Technologies: Advancements offers the most vital, up-to-date research within the field of disaster management technologies. Since the first disaster information network was set up nearly fifteen years ago, information technologies have advanced at an exponential rate, allowing those managing emergencies, crises, and disasters to effectively manage and utilize data in a safe, efficient way. This collection includes research and updates from authors from around the world, with a variety of perspectives and insights into the most cutting edge technology the field has to offer.

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