Article Cities-counties need to monitor fleet maintenance and carefully spend tax dollars 24th April 2024 The public sector faces high debt levels, stressed budgets and wide-ranging priorities, says Brian Fairweather, vice president of public sector at Uptake, a developer of fleet maintenance software used by all levels of government to help reduce maintenance costs, maximize asset lifespan and improve operational systems. Fairweather says government officials have been getting the following […]
Article For the public sector, security and compliance are just good business 17th April 2024 State and local officials in charge of distributing public funds understand that security and compliance must be a top priority, but it can feel like a challenge to be fully prepared for audits. First, government organizations face a significant challenge in securing cyber infrastructure and protecting the personal data of their constituents from malicious actors. […]
Article City-county fleet managers: Do your homework to determine if your jurisdiction should add EVs and hybrids 16th April 2024 Does it make sense for local government managers to add electric vehicles (EVs) or hybrids to their fleets? “Each governmental body needs to evaluate that for themselves,” says Satish Jayaram, vice president of eMobility at ABM. His firm provides people and services, including EV charging solutions, to about 20 sectors in the U.S., such as […]
Article Why successful cloud migration extends beyond technology 12th April 2024 The most recent cloud survey from the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) found that 60 percent of state IT organizations have incorporated the cloud into their operations, with more than 88 percent planning to expedite their cloud adoption in 2024. As the demand for digital government services increases, the cloud has become […]
Commentary How one city is proactively managing AI use—and what local governments can learn from it 8th April 2024 AI (artificial intelligence) had a big year last year. A topic once reserved for tech circles, it became a frequent news headline and a regular dinner table conversation piece. Governments across the world began shaping policies for AI. In the U.S., President Joe Biden enacted his executive order in October, which created several initiatives to […]
Gallery Gallery: The 10 most connected U.S. cities for internet 5th April 2024 In the year 2024, we live our lives online. The pandemic kept workers home, and today, more people are still working remotely. This ups the need for strong, affordable internet connections in homes. People carry multiple mobile devices while out and about, connecting to public and private hotspots, requiring internet access all around cities and […]
Article Embracing IT modernization in state & local government agencies 4th April 2024 In today’s rapidly changing digital landscape, state and local government agencies constantly battle to keep up with continuous technological advancements. The ever-evolving nature of IT necessitates that these organizations remain adaptable and up to date to serve the public sector better. This is why IT modernization has become increasingly critical. This article outlines the advantages […]
Article Protecting local government buildings with visitor management 2nd April 2024 Operations within local government buildings are critical, which is why it’s important to have tools in place that can protect the people inside to keep those operations running as smoothly as possible. That starts with creating a secure entrance. Many organizations either do not have standard processes in place for guests who visit their facilities […]
Article Self-service technology is the key to boosting resident experience with local governments 28th March 2024 In today’s consumer landscape, marked by a desire for efficiency and convenience in routine tasks like shopping, the expectation for swift and streamlined processes has become the norm. Consumers expect to be able to go online, quickly find what they are looking for, press order and have it on their doorstep within two days (or […]
News Strengthening faith in democracy: 2023 Exemplary Public Servant Lisa Deeley 27th March 2024 Spinning around in a barber chair gave Lisa Deeley a unique view of politics and community. Deeley was raised by a single mom in Philadelphia, when there weren’t a lot of childcare options available. “So basically, everywhere my mom went, I went with her,” she says. And Deeley’s mom was involved in politics, serving on […]
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020