Article Government officials determine the best way to electrify fleets and meet clean fleet regulations 3rd July 2024 Bradley Northup, public works superintendent of fleet operations for Carlsbad, Calif., describes being a fleet manager in the Golden State as a “complex assignment.” He notes a couple of challenges that California fleet managers face, such as: the need to set up medium- and heavy-duty vehicle electrification in public sector fleets, and challenges in implementing […]
Article Choosing an eSignature solution? Here’s what government agencies should look for 27th June 2024 With many government organizations shifting to digital processes and replacing paper-based signing with digitized agreements and contracts, the need to uphold the authenticity and security of documents is paramount. Further, the government and federal industries are highly regulated, as they deal with the most critical types of transactions, so it’s no surprise that government-grade solutions […]
Article The growing crisis of pedestrian safety: A call for predictive & prescriptive AI-driven solutions 26th June 2024 In recent years, pedestrian safety has become a growing issue in urban planning and traffic management. Alarmingly, the number of traffic-related incidents and fatalities involving pedestrians has increased rapidly, raising significant concerns among policymakers, city planners and the general public. According to a report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), pedestrian deaths in the […]
Article Ideas to enhance the appeal of traffic congestion pricing 21st June 2024 New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s last-minute decision to “pause” congestion pricing means that drivers throughout New York will avoid the $15 congestion pricing fee to enter Manhattan, but it also means local residents and business owners will pay in the form of fare hikes and service cuts for public transit options. The decision all along […]
Article Weeding your government record garden: A 5-step approach 21st June 2024 As summer gardening ushers in a spirit of renewal and rejuvenation, it’s a perfect time for state and local government agencies to embark on a digital “weeding” of their legacy records. Cluttered records management is inefficient, wastes valuable staff time, and can be costly from various perspectives. Fortunately, just as tending to an overgrown garden […]
Article Accelerating accessibility in the public sector 17th June 2024 The public sector is truly unique. No other space serves a diverse population across a large volume of varying services. Public sector leaders must adapt to delivering equitable digital accessibility experiences to their constituents. This is a massive opportunity for improvement, as a 2023 study found 28.6 accessibility errors on the average government homepage. With […]
Article The importance of congestion pricing in major U.S. cities: A proven global strategy for traffic management 12th June 2024 As a traffic and transportation planner with more than five decades of experience, I’ve seen firsthand the evolution of urban mobility and the various strategies implemented to manage traffic congestion. Without a doubt, one of the most effective and increasingly relevant strategies to emerge during that time is congestion pricing. Congestion pricing policies have proven […]
Article Governments will add more electric vehicles to their fleets, but there are hurdles to overcome 11th June 2024 Cities and counties will continue to stock their fleets with electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids, predicts Bob Stanton, a veteran of more than 18 years of experience in public fleet management. “Government fleets are ideal EV candidates as their routine mission cycles are short and not subject to range anxiety.” Stanton, who is a Certified […]
Article The future of government revenue collection: Embracing automated payment processing technologies 7th June 2024 State and local governments face an imperative to modernize and digitize their revenue collection processes. The traditional methods, which often involve manual processing and paper-based systems, are becoming increasingly inefficient and costly. As citizens demand more convenience and efficiency, the adoption of automated payment processing technologies in online payment portals is not just a technological […]
Article The right technology can help keep local government workers safe and productive 4th June 2024 Local governments that invest in durable, up-to-date technology can ensure real-time communications for their workers, says Mike McMahon, president of Getac North America, which offers rugged laptops and tablets, software, body-worn cameras and in-car video gear. He notes that the right technology ensures a high level of functionality while minimizing safety risks. “Workers using the […]
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