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Cities need to look at total picture when buying technology

Procurement teams need to take a holistic approach when acquiring technology, says Bill Campbell, senior vice president of North America at Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial Division. Hexagon offers a variety of digital reality solutions. Its products combine sensor, software and autonomous technologies. The firm puts data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality and […]

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More government monies will help cities and counties improve pedestrian- and traffic safety

Governments are spending more on traffic- and pedestrian-safety products in the U.S., says Michael Long, manager of product management at TAPCO – Traffic and Parking Control Co., Inc., who manufactures and distributes a portfolio of traffic and parking safety solutions designed to increase safe travels for everyone. Since 1956, the firm has delivered advanced traffic […]

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Saving tomorrow today: Pursuing sustainability measures is a growing priority for agencies

Pursuing sustainability measures is no longer the latest new fashion. Instead, it’s becoming a necessity to minimize waste sent to landfills, preserve natural resources, lower greenhouse emissions and protect the health of local communities. Government agencies collectively, through both small and large initiatives, can reap huge environmental benefits. California takes the lead in carpet landfill […]

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Procurement plays a vital role as communities work to achieve their sustainability goals

In a recent American City & County post, Sarah O’Brien, CEO of the non-profit Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC), predicts we’ll see higher expectations for government procurement officers to address sustainability issues in 2022-2023. Another trend O’Brien sees in the future is an increased focus on climate issues. Yes, government purchasing leaders are often part […]

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Creating a true commonwealth: Pennsylvania includes small and diverse businesses in its government procurement

Of the 50 U.S. states, four are commonwealths—Kentucky, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Virginia. And while the descriptor itself confers no special status or administrative distinction from the other 46, it serves as a helpful guidepost. A commonwealth, historically, is a political community founded to yield a common wellbeing, or a common good. I’m not sure that […]

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Cities can move the sustainability needle several ways

One sustainability trend that Matthew Britt predicts in local governments through next year is more construction spending. Britt is Honeywell’s general manager of smart cities. “In 2023, I expect to see a significant movement in public investments for community resiliency. This can be attributed to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s(IIJA) $1.2 trillion in funding […]

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Yes, local governments need to consider several issues when buying technology

When they acquire systems and software, cities and counties need to concentrate on what’s important, says Sanford “Sandy” Taylor, Fremont Calif.’s director of information technology. He cites the following key considerations that jurisdictions need to keep in mind when they buy technology: Identify functional and technical needs for the technology. This part of the procurement […]

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Local governments stay vigilant to cyber threats when acquiring technology

Technology in cities and counties may be vulnerable to hackers and malicious actors. That’s why local government administrators need to stay on guard, says Jason W. Mitchell, who is director of Baltimore’s Department of Public Works. “Hackers are trying to steal data from government agencies, which have highly valuable and confidential information.” He adds that […]

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Note to cities: Watch out for security gaps and hidden expenses as you acquire new IT systems

Government purchasers need to be aware of the security concerns new technology can introduce into a network or system, says Jeffrey Jones, a national security and global trade attorney with the firm of Lowenstein Sandler LLP. “State and local governments are soft targets for ransomware actors and cyberattacks because smaller government entities often lack the […]

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Local governments find document imaging solutions through cooperative contracts

Today, local governments face security, document management and remote work challenges. Canon USA has several digital imaging products and systems that address these organizational tests. Canon USA’s state and local government solutions division provides a portfolio of imaging solutions and software offerings. These include its black-and-white and color multifunction devices as well as production center […]

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Cities need to look at total picture when buying technology

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More government monies will help cities and counties improve pedestrian- and traffic safety

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Saving tomorrow today: Pursuing sustainability measures is a growing priority for agencies

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Procurement plays a vital role as communities work to achieve their sustainability goals

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Creating a true commonwealth: Pennsylvania includes small and diverse businesses in its government procurement

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Cities can move the sustainability needle several ways

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Yes, local governments need to consider several issues when buying technology

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Local governments stay vigilant to cyber threats when acquiring technology

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Note to cities: Watch out for security gaps and hidden expenses as you acquire new IT systems

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Local governments find document imaging solutions through cooperative contracts

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