Intelligence at the edge: 4 tips to begin exploring IoT
The Internet of Things can give government managers actionable information, rather than raw data, more quickly, which allows them to do their jobs more efficiently and effectively.
No network, no problem: NGA’s app provides mapping without a connection
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s Disconnected Interactive Content Explorer app gives users interactive maps even when offline -- and the code has been open-sourced for use by other agencies.
New Program in New York State Will Distribute Personal Transmitters for Vulnerable Kids
Bracelets will “help give peace of mind to parents who have children with a cognitive impairment,” governor says.
NOAA expands flood-mapping tool to cover the Eastern Seaboard
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has expanded the area covered by its Coastal Flood Exposure Mapper.
Is DevOps really all that?
The collaborative approach is all the rage, and proven DevOps skills are commanding top dollar. But making it work requires real organizational change.
With Open Data, Delicate Questions Arise Over When to Release What
In Philadelphia, the process for publishing municipal data can be a balancing act.
Four Critical Cybersecurity Issues Facing State and Local Governments
"Defending our essential infrastructure and government services, our intellectual property and our citizens’ safety are of paramount importance."
NPS looks to geospatial analysis for studying giant sequoias
The National Park Service wants to use advanced imaging tools to monitor the vitality of sequoia groves in drought conditions.
Behind the iOS app advantage
The curious folks at DigitalGov asked an expert why there are more government apps developed for iOS.
Drug Money Funded This Police App
Berkeley County, S.C., is using AppArrest as a way to reach millennials almost a year after the unsolved shooting death of a woman in the community.
Easing the data migration burden
A new research study drills down on five solutions for large-scale data migration challenges.
As simple as possible, but not simpler: Launch lessons from 18F
After launching a crowdfunding beta site for Peace Corps Volunteers, GSA’s 18F offered insights into the design and development process.
Philly Faces a Big Question With Its Proposed Parking App: It May Be Too Easy to Use
The ability to add meter time remotely will make it easier to avoid tickets. And that revenue helps fund the city’s schools.
6 big data projects to aid disaster response
U.S. and Japanese researchers will partner to improve big data collection and analysis.
FAA’s ERAM takes off
With the announcement of successful deployment of the En Route Automation Modernization, the Federal Aviation Administration takes another step toward NextGen air traffic control system implementation.
New York City’s Data-Driven Approach to Counting Its Street Trees
This year’s tree census will involve a smartphone app, crowdsourcing and a lot of walking.
Microsoft demos Universal Windows Platform
The Universal Windows Platform provides a core API layer across devices, making it easier for developers to extend Android and iOS apps to the new Windows 10 operating system.
Governments hitch a ride on social sharing apps
Waze and Uber partner with local governments to share information, which benefits drivers, riders and city planners.
California Leaders Urge Congress Not to Undermine State’s Personal Data Standards
State rules on data breach notifications are stronger than pending legislation on Capitol Hill.
5 metrics for effective video
Anyone can produce online video these days -- but it’s not always easy to tell if the intended audience is watching and engaged.
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