Using System Dynamics Modelling and Communication Strategies for a Resilient and Smart City in Vietnam

Tuan M. Ha (1), Viet H. Duong (2)
(1) Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen city, Vietnam.,
(2) Systems Design and Complexity Management Alliance, SA, Australia

Abstract

This study reports on a case study using a systems thinking approach, system dynamics modeling tools, and communication strategies in dealing with a complex disaster management issue in Haiphong, a vulnerable coastal city in northern Vietnam. Desktop studies together with a number of interactive workshops were organized to provide inputs for developing a big picture of the current situation using Vensim software. Bayesian network modeling was then used to identify systemic interventions aiming at achieving the final goal of a disaster ready, resilient, and smart city. A number of communication strategies have been formulated and implemented. Initial evident successes of the interventions are discussed in this article.

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Authors

Tuan M. Ha
[email protected] (Primary Contact)
Viet H. Duong
Author Biographies

Tuan M. Ha, Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen city, Vietnam.

Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen city, Vietnam.

Viet H. Duong, Systems Design and Complexity Management Alliance, SA, Australia

Systems Design and Complexity Management Alliance, SA, Australia
Ha, T. M., & Duong, V. H. (2018). Using System Dynamics Modelling and Communication Strategies for a Resilient and Smart City in Vietnam. Environmental Science & Sustainable Development, 3(1), 10–16. https://doi.org/10.21625/essd.v3iss1.280

Article Details

Received 2018-07-31
Accepted 2018-07-31
Published 2018-07-31