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Strategy and Innovation

Citizens Demand Better Emergency Alerts

CDW•G study demonstrates the need to disseminate emergency information more quickly and through a variety of communication media.

Tech Trends

Multifunctional Network Protection

Unified threat management devices guard against attacks.

Tech Forward

Advanced Surveillance Networks

Wireless and fiber provide the pipeline for analytics systems that scan for suspicious activity.

Best Practices

Brace Yourself for a Data Breach

It's not a question of whether this will happen to your organization, but of when. Be ready to react.

Best Practices

GIS Guidance

The city of Asheville, N.C., offers a roadmap for deploying mapping tools that benefit the community.

Case Study

An Enterprising Endeavor

The city of Inglewood contracts parking citation services to more than 80 California agencies.

Features

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Sniffing out Fraud

States tap technology to protect welfare benefits and rein in improper payments.

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Going, Going, Gone?

Some legacy technologies are on the verge of extinction. Here's what emerging systems are replacing them and how to ensure your staff is ready.

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Come Together

CIOs leading consolidations must overcome resistance from two groups: affected IT employees and agency officials.

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Wireless Wins

While some municipal deployments seem to be plagued with problems, a few cities find success.

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Courting Millennials

With retirements on the rise, it's time to adapt your workplace to appeal to young entry-level IT workers.

Opinion