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.
Researchers are developing AI systems that analyze social media posts during emergencies to help responders act faster
UL’s Fire Safety Research Organization and NFPA’s Fire Protection Research Foundation flag potential explosion hazard
Cleveland is exploring the use of drones to quickly assess scenes, aiming to boost safety for firefighters, EMTs and paramedics by providing live video before crews arrive
“The cloud presents a number of benefits you can’t get from most systems”
“A lot of people think that traditional surveying is sufficient. But from a safety perspective, that’s not the best way”
The department is projected to spend $25 million over five years for 5,200 cameras
Under ideal conditions, the failure rate for the best algorithms is only about 0.3%, according to a study by the National Institute of Standards and Technology
The move follows an NYCLU lawsuit filed last month to have the state’s only system deactivated
In an anonymous letter, employees argue that telework options have been needlessly, and recklessly, limited
Tony Batalla is the chief technology officer and head of innovation & IT for the City of San Leandro, California
The reforms apply to local and state law enforcement officers with the exception of tribal governments
Officials in 17 states have said they don’t intend to create apps or use smartphones to perform contact tracing at all
The case is likely to fuel a movement in Detroit and around the U.S. protesting racial injustice at the hands of police
Police reform efforts are increasingly looking at law enforcement organizations’ use of surveillance technologies
Under the policy, the city will release audio and video recordings of any fatal officer-involved incidents within 30 days
On-Demand Webinar: Best practices for building rich conversational experiences for your constituents
Get an inside look at how state and local agencies are using technologies like Google Cloud and Dialogflow to enable remote workforce collaboration and engage citizens with tools like virtual intelligent agents
Body camera use is increasing in the United States even though research on their effectiveness is mixed
The East Fork Fire Protection District is one of Nevada’s largest combination fire and EMS agencies. Hear how their Battalion Chief led the department to integrate complex crew scheduling with human capital management and payroll in a unified cloud platform
Activity on local government social channels is increasing under the coronavirus epidemic with engagements on official city accounts skyrocketing 160% in March
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