Article Artificial intelligence for cities and counties 18th September 2023 It appears that artificial intelligence (AI) is everything, everywhere and in every product the vendor community would have us buy. However, despite the hype, few dismiss it as just another high-tech fad. Indeed, some believe it is the third (or fourth) wave, depending on how one is counting in the ever-evolving digital age. As early […]
Article Dashboards and software help simplify financial funding and reporting for cities and counties 8th September 2023 Governments are streamlining management of federal funds through technology, says Mike Bell, CEO of Envisio, which provides public dashboards, analytics and performance management software. About 150 local government, education and nonprofit organizations use his firm’s solutions to manage their strategic plans, improve performance and report on results. Envisio is helping local government agencies to satisfy […]
Article Reimagining how cities can leverage holistic platforms for urban mobility solutions 25th August 2023 When it comes to designing transit and transportation solutions that reduce traffic congestion and improve on-time arrival rates, we seem to have a problem. It seems we are focused on all the wrong things. It’s not all about building a better vehicle, or the technology that is used inside the vehicle. And it’s not about […]
Article Data: Your most overlooked asset 24th August 2023 If asked to think of a community’s most important assets, many would likely start by naming road networks, bridges, buildings, or possibly even transit and sanitary systems. But would data ever come to mind? As the foundation of everything, data is a vital asset—especially for public sector organizations. In order to have confidence in the […]
Article Technology can help cities and counties reduce food waste and safeguard the environment 23rd August 2023 Government foodservice and beverage (F&B) departments are acquiring inventory and procurement systems to minimize food waste, says Rohith Kori, vice president of product and corporate strategy at Agilysys, which offers an integrated hospitality software portfolio. He points to his firm’s Eatec system, which is part of the Agilysys Hospitality Core Collection and provides a foundation […]
Article Bridging the gap between GIS and asset management: Enhancing value through integration 17th August 2023 In today’s digital age, organizations looking to establish effective asset management practices have a plethora of options available to them. One example includes geographic information systems (GIS), which have become powerful tools for managing spatial data as they allow organizations to visualize, analyze and make informed decisions based on geographic information. The reality is that […]
Article Making government AI-ready begins with an AI-ready workforce 16th August 2023 There has been much talk about having an AI-ready workforce, yet there seems to be more focus on the need than on how we can achieve this. We also know that artificial intelligence (AI) is dramatically different from any other form of technology that has emerged since the advent of the open Internet. Given AI’s […]
Article New regulations for buildings and infrastructure help create more sustainable, resilient communities 15th August 2023 Life happens in community buildings; it’s where people work, learn, live and play. Ensuring community members have access to healthy environments, reliably comfortable public facilities and safe spaces to seek shelter in the face of crisis has never been more critical. Buildings are also one of the largest contributors to global energy consumption and greenhouse […]
Article Governments should select the right team when buying technology—and that includes experts who can fight off cyber-threats 14th August 2023 Choosing the right people is a key part of technology procurement, says Noel Hara, vice president & chief technology officer, public sector, at NTT DATA Services, a provider of IT and business services including cloud, data and applications that helps clients, including those in the public sector, transform through consulting, industry solutions, business process services, […]
Article As cities and counties update technology, they are steady buyers of batteries and lighting systems 31st July 2023 Local governments need batteries and related products for their facilities and vehicles, says Brandon Boozer, senior key account manager for Batteries Plus. The firm sells batteries, chargers, lighting products, generators and other gear and related services. The following link spotlights the company’s work with municipalities. The company is a growing battery franchise, with 700+ locations […]
Young Leaders Episode 4 – Cyril Jefferson – City Councilman, High Point, North Carolina 13th October 2020
