Application of Information Technology in Geotechnical Engineering

The application of information technology and systems and network approach will help advance the state of the art in the field of Geotechnical Engineering. Compilation of relevant data in a robust database, supported by appropriate design and analysis tools, promotes design automation and cost reduction. The use of open standards-based technology, portable across hardware platforms, web servers, application servers, etc., will provide Internet users with secure, reliable, and scalable applications. Consultants, research and development professionals, and regulatory agencies will benefit from a web-based geotechnical engineering tool. A knowledge-based technology will promote global awareness and information exchange.