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.
$67.5 million purpose-built facility unifies dispatch staff and is designed to stay operational after disasters
The Baltimore Fire Department will use AI and geofencing to manage 911 calls during Artscape, easing pressure on citywide dispatch
IC3 alert says texts and AI-generated voice calls are targeting government officials and their contacts nationwide
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
The businesses that equip and serve first responders are supporting the national emergency response with new products, free services and donations
People are selling fake tests and supplies and using phishing emails to collect personal and financial information
The digital divide leaves some of the most vulnerable Americans at a significant disadvantage when it comes to accessing the real-time information people need to respond to COVID-19
County systems are slowing coming back online following an attack by Ryuk, the Russian ransomware known for its targeting of local governments.
Cybercriminals have been using the coronavirus to entice victims into online scams
More things than people are now connected to the internet, and these connected objects are a new terrain for election interference.
The Vitals app and Bluetooth beacon share critical, user-specific information to guide first responders in interactions with vulnerable persons
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