An IoT model for supporting global governmental lockdown scenarios: investigating comparative lockdown strategies and assessing generic perception of pandemic response

Abstract

ABSTRACT We propose an integrated IoT model to blend IoT technologies, neutrosophic theory and AHP to handle uncertain conditions of real-life situations and aid decision-makers with systematic and optimum decisions. In our case study, four ranked scenarios are assigned the appropriate IoT technology generated to support the government and competent authorities in the pandemic outbreak to prevent growing risks. Our study is based on the decision-makers’ judgments that need to be expanded with more experts in the various aspects of government and competent authorities. The integrated IoT model provides a balance between the restart of economic life and COVID-19 outbreaks.