Can data from traffic stops end disparities in policing?
The Pennsylvania State Police will collect data that will be analyzed for patterns of racial and ethnic disparities.
Cloud driving public safety improvements
With mobile 911 to videoconferencing to Teams-based collaboration, the cloud has positioned public-safety organizations to be more efficient, interoperable and data-driven.
IoT security picks up momentum
With attacks on connected infrastructure are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, securing the internet of things has become even more critical.
How smart cities can mitigate the impact of health crises
Integrating a city's IT infrastructure with data from social media and smart devices can help improve the detection and mitigation of outbreaks.
States prep census, GIS data for redistricting
Now that the election is over, state and local governments are turning their attention to ways that data and geographic information systems can aid in redistricting efforts.
Edge cloud still on the far horizon
Despite its potential, low-latency edge cloud for smart cities unlikely to make a major impact this year, a new report predicts.
Cloud platform integrates social services data across departments
Maryland is using a single cloud-based platform for social service caseworkers that saves time, eliminates silos and better serves beneficiaries of child, juvenile and adult assistance.
The path to post-pandemic smart cities
After addressing networking and collaboration issues, cities should expect economic slowdowns, budget reductions, a return to growth and the eventual return to what IDC calls “the next normal.”
How AI helped California’s DMV adapt to COVID closures
Intelligent document processing has helped the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles overcome challenges associated with COVID-related field office closures.
Broadband access moves up government’s priority list
The COVID-19 pandemic has made the need for fast, reliable internet connectivity a high priority. Governments at all levels have stepped up to help, but challenges persist.
Minnesota’s free online reskilling removes barriers to training
With the state providing no-cost on-demand access to online classes for training, reskilling and upskilling, residents are taking advantage of courses in technology, health care, retail and manufacturing.
Cloud, off-the-shelf gaming equipment expands flight training options
With virtual reality headsets, rubber pedal controls and video gaming chairs – along with cloud-based learning management -- the Air Force is building training systems that can be deployed to service members worldwide.
Making population data count: The Census Data Lake
As the Census Bureau’s first high-performance, secure and scalable cloud computing environment, CDL will enable survey owners to ingest, process, analyze, manipulate and share survey data.
Silo busting strategies for sharing intergovernmental data
Although more widespread data sharing could vastly improve digital services delivery, many agencies find cultural resistance tough to overcome, a new report says.
Deep learning predicts emergency resolution time
DeepER, a model that uses recurrent neural networks and open data from New York City, predicts how long it takes from the time an incident is reported until it is closed.
Better curb management with smartphone data
To improve mobility and traffic safety in downtown areas, some cities are testing technology that uses smartphone apps to give parking departments much-needed data.
RPA takes root as agencies use cases grow
Maturity of federal robotic process automation programs grew 70% in the last year, according to a recent report.
Cloud-based video tools keep county operating
Virtual court hearings allowed Elkhart County, Ind., to continue operations amid the closures forced by the coronavirus pandemic.
Packet capture and analysis gains momentum as a cyber solution
With full packet capture and analysis tools, agencies can secure networks and support zero-trust approaches.
County’s telework success built on cloud foundation
When King County’s work-from-home orders went out March 3, employees were already accustomed to using Office 365 to work onsite, in the field or at home and to access all their files and get email phone calls.
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