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3 reasons why courts must improve their compliance process

There is an overwhelming pressure on court clerks and court officials today to deliver more with fewer resources. Not only are they being tasked to fund areas of local government outside their direct perview, but they are also forced to operate with frozen or diminished annual budgets. As a result, courts fall back on manual […]

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Modernized security critical to consumer privacy

Local governments face mounting pressure to adopt the new technology needed to deliver the best digital customer experience possible. Constituents’ expectations have to be balanced with another high priority: protecting the confidentiality and privacy of information about the citizens the government entities serve. In recent years, a perfect storm of challenging conditions has formed as […]

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How future-proof fiber-based IT infrastructures benefit municipalities

In today’s information technology (IT) environment, city and county governments are facing complex decisions to meet evolving technology demands. IT professionals are tasked with ensuring that network infrastructure is simple, secure, and scalable, all while meeting the needs of city or county programs, such as traffic systems and emergency operations centers. A traffic system should […]

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Effective crisis communication

In times of crisis, clear communication is essential. Whether it’s a public health concern, natural disaster, or anything in between, it’s important for local, state and federal governments to communicate clearly and effectively to save lives and dispel any chaos. It’s not enough to simply be prepared—crisis management strategies should always strive for overpreparedness. Look […]

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Uber isn’t here to kill mass transit but it could make mass transit better

In the smartphone age, we expect to be able to summon anything we need — from a ride to a sandwich — with the touch of a button. While this may be daunting for transit agencies trying to keep up with consumer demand, integrating new ride sharing (or microtransit) technology into mass transit systems can […]

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The new public safety workplace: Designed for officer wellness

It’s a shocking reality that, according to statistics from the Ruderman Family Foundation research, “first responders (policemen and firefighters) are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty. In 2017, there were at least 103 firefighter suicides and 140 police officer suicides. In contrast, 93 firefighters and 129 police officers died […]

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How dark fiber can increase the ROI of your county’s internet access upgrade

Increasing data usage and demands for higher speeds mean many counties are finding they need to upgrade their internet access speeds. While relying on an internet service provider (ISP) is generally the simplest approach, using dark fiber can offer significant cost savings, provide redundancy, and let counties realize a faster return on their upgrade investment. […]

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Serving citizens of the future: How to empower the modern workforce

With each new generation comes a new set of expectations for workplace technology, culture dynamics, and career pathing. And as the job market becomes increasingly competitive, state and local governments are finding it more difficult than ever to find, hire, and motivate diverse, multigenerational talent. A recent study from the Center for State and Local […]

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Empowering women in redevelopment

Inclusive urban planning is one of the most important elements in achieving a city’s successful reinvention. The infusion of women’s perspectives, along with socially diverse input, on key elements such as planning, zoning and development are important considerations for today’s city leaders. Redevelopment, architecture, construction and government have traditionally been male dominated, bringing about a […]

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Bridging America’s infrastructure gap

Jill Jamieson, managing director of commercial real estate firm Jones Lang LaSalle explains prospects for local governments in addressing the country’s infrastructure crisis.

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Commentary

3 reasons why courts must improve their compliance process

Commentary

Modernized security critical to consumer privacy

Commentary

How future-proof fiber-based IT infrastructures benefit municipalities

Commentary

Effective crisis communication

Commentary

Uber isn’t here to kill mass transit but it could make mass transit better

Commentary

The new public safety workplace: Designed for officer wellness

Commentary

How dark fiber can increase the ROI of your county’s internet access upgrade

Commentary

Serving citizens of the future: How to empower the modern workforce

Commentary

Empowering women in redevelopment

Commentary

Bridging America’s infrastructure gap

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