Description:
The RVM-app consists of two modules. One is a website with a management system that allows civil society organisations (CSOs), also known as NGOs, to add the resources they have and can deploy at the time of a crisis. Authorities can check the stock to see what NGO response capacity is available in which cities. It has an alert system that allows broadcasting an SMS message to all volunteers who have specific qualifications or who are registered in a specific city.
The second module is a mobile app that may be used also if there is no data connectivity. The information will be stored locally and the database will be updated as soon as the officer reaches a place where there is connectivity available.
Limitation: The main limitation is represented if a NGO forgets to update its resources (either human or material).
The solution could help to address the following needs of first responders and authorities:
Organise and coordinate volunteers
Improve preparedness level among citizens