Technology
Technology is pivotal in modernizing local and state government operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and service delivery. From digital infrastructure to cybersecurity, technology enables governments to better meet the needs of their communities. Staying informed about the latest technological advancements is crucial for effective governance. This directory offers articles on technology, along with related topics like Product News, which covers the latest tools and innovations that can be integrated into government services.
The fire departments will use the grant money to replace older, failing firefighter radios and improve communication between departments
The grant connected seven rural Waushara County EMS stations via video for training and equipped vehicles with mobile hotspots and telehealth systems
First responders leverage AI for faster decision-making, but concerns about risks remain
The City of Elgin, Illinois, is using ArcGIS to help keep citizens informed about local case loads and critical services
Blackboard Learn now meets the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program’s rigorous safety and security standards
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For these technological solutions to work, citizen buy-in is key; but will they?
These new mitigation strategies help protect vulnerable people and prevent overwhelmed hospitals
City officials shut down the store after 23 employees fell ill, but now they’re trying to figure out how the virus spread
The best robots for a disaster are the robots that already exist in the health care and public safety sectors
The state of Rhode Island partnered with Verizon to create a high-volume virtual call center in days
The interactive map includes data from a survey of more than 1 million Facebook users
Front-line workers can find information on PPE, priority testing, alternative housing, discounts and donations, self-care and childcare on the website
New software the companies plan to add to phones would make it easier to use Bluetooth wireless technology to track down people who may have been infected by COVID-19
The app is designed to provide first responders with expert information and allow them to screen their symptoms
North Carolina is under a stay-at-home order that bans gatherings of more than 10 people, though there are exceptions for essential employees like those who work in government
The digital divide that disproportionately affects rural areas, African Americans, Latinos and Native Americans on tribal lands is now more burdensome than ever
Two options include work-from-home dispatchers and using data to drive staffing decisions
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