The development of information retrieval is mainly a harmonious society, which promotes the coordinated development of society and has a positive role in promoting social progress. At the same time, it enriches people's horizons, provides rich materials and strong persuasiveness for social science research, and makes it easier and more convenient to find information. The wide application of computer-based new technology in the field of information circulation has had an impact on the research and compilation of index theory, and also brought about the requirements of reform. The research and compilation of index theory should adapt to the new situation and make index compilation serve the society better.