Development and deployment of smart irrigation systems with automated controls

The current study proposes a framework for the development and deployment of Smart Irrigation Systems (SIS) with automated control using Multiple-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) methods. The objective is to achieve efficient irrigation management with reduced capital and maintenance costs of the technologies used in the SIS. Water scarcity is among the key inciting parameters for the development of SIS. Climate change and rapid urbanization are projected to increase the risk of water scarcity and degraded water quality globally, particularly in developing countries. A potential solution is a shift from traditional irrigation towards modern water-efficient irrigation systems, which can improve yields and conserve water resources, especially during drought periods. These systems include Smart Irrigation Systems that have automated control components based on modern technologies that monitor, evaluate and control irrigation parameters and systems.