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.
Santa Clara County officials approved AI-powered sensors to spot smoke early, joining a growing list of communities turning to tech after recent devastating fires
Violent Crime Intervention Fund award positions the Oakridge Police Department to outfit every patrol officer with a BWC
Project is beginning with the simulated delivery of supplies, lab samples and medication using drones
At least 40 law enforcement agencies across the country have used drones in the past few months for coronavirus-related purposes
The Care19 app sends users’ location and identification data to third-party companies including Foursquare, BugFender and Google
The Collin County court held the civil proceeding on Monday as an experiment to test the viability of the technology going forward
The company will provide free 5G access to all public and nonprofit state and local fire, police and EMS agencies for 10 years
In a joint statement, the companies said their automatic “exposure notification” system is meant to augment local contact tracing efforts, not replace it
In the wake of widespread social distancing orders, many critical government tasks were transitioned online, but should this continue as restrictions are lifted?
Four strategies to protect yourself from the unsavory results of consumer identity theft
The course will be used to train thousands of contact tracers being hired by the state of New York
Working groups on digital connectivity press on as the pandemic exposes and exacerbates the digital divide; goals set and preliminary solutions discussed
Columbia’s Chief Information Officer Jim Chapdelaine shares his insight on how cities can better integrate technology for mission-critical tasks
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
Learn how next-generation 911 will help responders navigate COVID-19
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
MOST POPULAR
- 3 decommissioned Philadelphia fire companies to reopen with federal funds
- New FCC regulations to improve wireless 911 call routing, emergency response time
- Auditor: Minn. firefighter training board violated ‘significant’ financial requirements
- One-fifth of Americans think about their next vacation while still on vacation
- Colo. governor signs law to add protections for police K-9s, horses