3 trends for government data analytics
With data discovery tools in the hands of end users, the full potential of the enormous amount of government data will become apparent.
FBI's latest crime data report adds interactive map
The FBI’s annual report from the National Incident-Based Reporting System now includes an interactive map.
Did These States Help Stifle Innovation in 2015?
Vote for the best example of policymakers opposing technology in ITIF’s Luddite Award poll.
More agile, DevOps in agencies’ futures
According to Booz Allen Hamilton, agile processes and bridging of the cultural divide are key areas of focus for government agencies.
The benefits of hybrid networking
Hybrid networks address the weak points that currently limit federal networks -- a lack of bandwidth, budget, capacity and availability, particularly at agency field offices.
Why Local Police Departments Are Prime Targets for Ransomware Attacks
Organizations that typically don’t have sophisticated IT teams or extensive security measures are especially vulnerable.
What State and Local Transportation Agencies Can Expect in 2016
Xerox’s parking and mobility vice president Matt Darst weighs in.
GAO: FCC needs better data on IP transition
The Government Accountability Office recommends the Federal Communications Commission strengthen its data collection efforts to ensure it can make data-driven decisions about the transition to Internet Protocol-based networks.
How nations can ensure IoT success
A recent report from the Center for Data Innovation discusses the importance of broad, holistic strategies to direct development of the Internet of Things.
States go high-tech to battle snow and ice
As state transportation officials prepare for this season’s onslaught of winter blizzards and ice storms, many of them will be using technology in new ways to help clear the roads and make them safer for drivers.
Why NY.gov’s Pageviews Quadrupled Last Year
A new user-centric approach to Web design is being employed with state agency sites.
Congress.gov adds better search, more content
The Library of Congress’s latest updates to Congress.gov include user experience improvements, better search features and more legislative content.
How Georgia Reorganized All Its Parks and Rec Data in 9 Months
What was once scattered across multiple agencies is now easily accessible through one portal thanks to a cross-sector collaborative effort. And the effort is also boosting digital engagement and state revenue.
Why the Public Sector Should Reassess Its Health Information Security Protocols
Data breaches leading to medical billing fraud increase healthcare costs for governments, according to a new Verizon report.
Reactor Shut Down at Controversial N.Y. Nuclear Power Plant
Gov. Andrew Cuomo calls for a state agency to investigate a possible electrical disturbance.
Going paperless in Indian country
The Muscogee Creek Nation Department of Health has moved to a paperless system for referral requests, saving significant of time and money.
CfA, Indianapolis partner for open data toolkit for police data
Code for America worked with the city to create Comport, an open data extract, transform and load toolkit uploads existing internal affairs data for open data portals.
DSRC Technology Testing for Buses May Put Utah on Cutting Edge
The dedicated short range communications project for traffic signals in Salt Lake City could be a stepping stone toward preparing roads for "talking" cars.
This New, Scalable Disaster Recovery Solution Can Help Cities Weather Storms
Ewing, New Jersey police cruisers rolled with Pertino software and Cradlepoint hardware before the latter acquired the former earlier this week.
DARPA wants to shrink LIDAR tech
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency aims to reduce the size of traditional, bulky telescoping devices by transferring their light-catching powers to flat, inexpensive, saucer-sized semiconductors.
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