Geographic Information System Impact on Urban Areas Management. A Case Study of Bandung, West Java, Indonesia

Abstract

Notwithstanding the increasing adoption of Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies in urban area management, there is a gap in understanding the comprehensive impact of GIS on decision-making, planning, and sustainable development. The existing literature provides insights into the evolutionary and technical aspects of GIS implementation, however, there is a need for empirical research to assess the broader implications, challenges, and opportunities that GIS presents for enhancing the efficiency, resilience, and inclusivity of urban areas management processes. The overarching research objective formulated out of this problem is to investigate the multidimensional impact of GIS on urban area management, addressing issues and variables such as data quality, accessibility, integration, and the socio-economic outcomes of GIS-based decision-making within urban contexts. Through exploring these scopes, the study seeks to contribute valuable insights to inform policymakers, urban planners, and practitioners about maximizing the benefits of GIS in the pursuit of more effective and sustainable urban governance. The gap in existing literature on the impact of GIS in managing urban areas is a research problem that sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the impact of GIS on urban area management, highlighting both technical and socio-economic dimensions.  The research discovers specific aspects such as social and economic benefits, accessibility challenges, integration issues, and the broader implications for sustainable urban development. Institutional and household questionnaires were administered to solicit views for analysis to inform policy direction.to improve the adoption, integration, and implementation of GIS in managing urban areas of Bandung.

Keywords: Geographic Information System; Urban Areas Management; Sustainable Urban Governance; Socio-economic Outcomes; Urban Sprawl.