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.
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
The rooftop solar installation will deliver clean power for City Hall to reduce energy costs, and backup power during power disruptions or natural disasters
A network of fiber optic cables will make up one of the country’s fastest networks in one of the worst areas for access to high speed Internet service
Sustainability
The new fleet deployment complements the existing efforts of the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability to support electric vehicles
The cutting edge device allows crime scene technicians to lift and search fingerprints within seconds
The COO of the Georgia Technology Authority drives substantial value through privatizing infrastructure and managed network services
The grant will enable the department to replace 135 machines and improve safety of firefighters
The Yuma Police Department will use the money for its mobile data sharing between members of the Yuma Regional Communications System (YRCS)
Since the launch of myPLACE, nearly 1,500 Philadelphians have completed classes in basic education, GED preparation, or English as a Second Language
The FWS provided information on 50 species it would like to track that are recognized as threatened, endangered or on the verge of becoming endangered
Governments of all sizes are moving away from legacy technology in favor of citizen-friendly digital solutions to prepare for a data onslaught.
Haot says solutions can be forged through transparency as well as through collaborations between the public and private sector
The company is looking to take more steps like converting the trash into a type of fuel, which would result in recycling 75 percent of waste
The new initiative aims to provide fresh food to the region’s food deserts
The Glasgow Electric Plant Board is installing electricity-storing batteries at dozens of homes to help reduce emissions during peak energy demand
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