Developing Proactive Approach to Flood Management in Modern Safe Cities Critical to Protect Citizens and Business, Says Frost & Sullivan

Developing Proactive Approach to Flood Management in Modern Safe Cities Critical to Protect Citizens and Business, Says Frost & Sullivan PR Newswire LONDON, Aug. 29, 2012 - Cities and water authorities need to invest in advanced technologies and improved intelligence to manage the disaster more efficiently LONDON, Aug. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The widespread devastation to infrastructure and human life caused by floods and tsunamis is both a global and increasingly urban phenomenon. With many of the world's most populous cities situated in areas that make them susceptible to environmental disasters, the need to protect business and populations from flooding is becoming ever more important. Advanced technologies and improved intelligence will enable city authorities to execute efficient disaster management plans, using resilient systems and processes. "Cities are competing with each other more than ever before. They compete for business to generate wealth, jobs and attract new talent," notes Frost & Sullivan Vice President for Aerospace, Defence and Security, Steven Webb. "A city with inadequate flood protection will find it challenging to attract new business especially in an increasingly global economy where a flood can impact entire supply chains with global ramifications. Therefore citizen safety and business productivity are two of the most important concerns of the city mayor's office.