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.
Here’s the rub: If you can view video on an app, it’s possible that a skilled hacker can, too.
The Associated Press provides an overview of the new laws set to take effect around the country in regard to electric vehicles, police use-of-force, opioids and more.
The California Consumer Privacy Act is the biggest U.S. effort yet to confront “surveillance capitalism,” the business of profiting from the data that most Americans give up — often unknowingly — for access to free and often ad-supported services.
Program participants will receive IT training in a workforce field that is in high demand, increasing their ability to find quality and lasting jobs
Municipalities are starting to take advantage of technology to communicate with citizens, especially during emergencies
Now gunshot tech is headed to the classroom with the hope it can get police to the scene of an active shooter in time to prevent a school massacre
The stress of traffic congestion on the local area requires a balanced and intelligent approach to parking and traffic management
Leading providers of digital communications solutions for local government release new whitepaper on technology ROI
States and localities are embracing the promise of big data. But just how good is the information they’re collecting in the first place?
The NIST’s new Research Roadmap for Smart Fire Fighting lays out how the Internet of Things can aid first responders
This paper is part of a series published by the Ash Center at Harvard Kennedy School focused on data-related facets of civic engagement in today’s cities
The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) officially launched the Law Enforcement Cyber Center —www.iacpcybercenter.org
The NYC Chief Digital Officer wants to know how tech can be optimized to serve citizens better
The city of Chico plans to install 450 smart meters in the core downtown area and four kiosks at two of the major city lots
Work teams learn, practice, and apply innovative tools and methods to create novel solutions that address challenges faced by the public sector
The AltSchool is part tech startup and part school, with students working off of personalized playlists, and engineers working with teachers
“What conditions favor local renewable energy development by local governments in the absence of robust national support and poor national grid conditions?”
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The partnership marks the first large-scale project designed to help transform San Jose into a smart, connected city
“What are some common myths or misconceptions holding local governments back from taking full advantage of big data, analytics and other open data resources?”
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