Article How state and local CIOs can prioritize security, cloud and legacy systems 22nd March 2023 NASCIO recently released the annual State CIO Top Ten Policy and Technology Priorities for 2023—and cybersecurity and risk management, legacy modernization and cloud services rank near the top. With rising cybersecurity concerns, a growing emphasis on upgrading legacy systems, and a desire for more flexible, cloud-based technology, CIOs are focused on solutions that efficiently and […]
Article Cloud services: A cloudy forecast for state and local governments 15th March 2023 Cloud services continues to grow exponentially making it flourish into a multi-billion-dollar industry. According to a survey by Synergy Research Group, the global cloud infrastructure services market grew by 35 percent in 2020, with the top five cloud providers (Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, Google, Alibaba and IBM) capturing more than 70 percent of the market […]
Article Four ways to protect resident data in the era of digital-first government 8th March 2023 Bad actors and cyber extortionists are continually staging attacks on public sector properties, making enterprise-grade security essential for every local government website. From small villages to counties with millions of residents, hackers increasingly target public sector websites with cyber threats like malware, ransomware, trojans and viruses. Even a relatively minor breach or infection can lead […]
News Report: Technology can aid wildfire response that’s ‘stuck in the last century’ 7th March 2023 With each passing season, the growing threat of wildfire and its impact on life safety, property, and the economy is underscored by dramatic fire events that ecologically alter entire regions, uproot communities and cost taxpayers billions of dollars. Last year, 68,988 wildfires burned 7.6 million acres of American land. And as of the end of […]
Article Technology can help purchasing teams get more agile and reach diverse suppliers 7th March 2023 Public procurement teams are enduring multiple changes, says Thierry Jaffry, chief growth officer at mdf commerce, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider in digital commerce technologies. One shift Jaffry has seen: “There is a lot of staff retirement across the board in procurement, and the positions aren’t getting backfilled, so people have to do more with less. […]
Article Can artificial intelligence finally provide a fair and efficient appraisal process? 23rd February 2023 Assessors and appraisers from state and local governments often cite data analysis as a double-edged sword when it comes to their day-to-day work. They recognize the value of data analysis but also acknowledge how challenging it can be when the data they need isn’t readily available. Whether it is assessors focused on conducting property tax […]
News As electric vehicles explode in popularity, charging infrastructure needs to expand rapidly in coming years 22nd February 2023 As electric vehicles gain momentum commercially, their rising popularity is putting pressure on local governments to make sure charging infrastructure keeps pace. A new report from J.D. Power found that “remarkable” growth in EV sales has “added stress to an already beleaguered public vehicle charging infrastructure.” In this regard, while the availability of chargers varies […]
Article Generative AI expands the race for search and meaning—Implications for society and government 15th February 2023 When it comes to generative artificial intelligence (AI) the public is ready—but is the technology? Early this month Google’s parent company Alphabet lost $1 billion in market value in one day when their highly promoted rollout of its new Bard AI search engine ad showing a factual error. Clearly investors were spooked by any such […]
News With local schools increasingly under cyberattack, a new resource can help bolster defenses 10th February 2023 Over the last decade, conversations about the security of local schools have risen to the forefront of public discourse—and not just concerning physical security. In the digital realm, cyberattacks on public institutions including K-12 school districts are increasing at an alarming rate. A new report from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), “Partnering to […]
News These 10 American cities are well prepared for a tech-based future 1st February 2023 From smart devices to electric vehicles, the success of technological advancements rely on municipal grids and infrastructure. Some cities are better equipped for the future than others. A new analysis from the tech company ProptechOS ranks the top 10 American cities best positioned for a “smart city future.” “But new technologies can only support us […]
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020
