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.
Instead of working out of an SUV, the Salem Police Department has a state-of-the-art 40' mobile command center paid for with the city budget, grants and crowd funding raised by a police foundation.
Iteris, Inc. will deploy connected vehicle applications, automated vehicle applications and virtual bicycle detection technology in signal operations at 79 intersections across the San Francisco Bay area.
FirstNet services, devices and training prepare first responders and emergency communications at the Citizen Potawatomi Tribe’s annual FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
The 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics are among potential drone targets that concern law enforcement without counter-UAS authority
Launched from rooftops, Huntington Beach PD’s drones can be overhead in two minutes or less, improving situational awareness and reducing unnecessary officer deployments
The Axon body-worn cameras have already reduced inmate grievance response times by up to 12% and use-of-force reports have dropped by about 17%
Government agencies and public officials use T-ray technology to screen mail and reduce risk
The Wrap-Merlin 1 prototype launches Kevlar tethers to physically entangle hostile drones midair, offering a reusable alternative to traditional jamming or interceptor tools
A 2024 review of Syracuse structure fire data reveals most vacant fire buildings had shut-off utilities, code violations, and unpaid taxes, yet weren’t on the city’s registry
Next Generation Warning System Grant Program will identify capability gaps and implement solutions for alerts and warnings
The Beyond Visual Line of Sight proposal would eliminate the requirement for operators to obtain exemptions for flights that extend beyond the operator’s direct line of sight
Inventors have tried coasters, cups, straws, nail polish and a smart device for detecting the presence of drugs. See which devices actually made it to market.
AskSgtKen offers 24/7 real-time answers to public questions, safety updates and hiring help using autonomous AI
A proposed federal budget would eliminate funding for over half of FEMA’s emergency and homeland security grant programs, for training, equipment and readiness efforts
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