Brian Heaton

Brian Heaton is a senior writer for Government Technology. He also regularly contributes to Governing, Emergency Management and Public CIO magazines. Brian started his journalism career in 1999, covering sports and fitness for two trade publications based in Long Island, N.Y. He can be reached at bheaton@govtech.com and @govtechbrian on Twitter.

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Recent Articles

Data Mining Techniques Must Adapt With Web 2.0

June 01, 2012 - A panel discusses how governments need to prepare for a whole new way of processing and using the large volumes of unstructured data available to them.

Tech Trends Public Agencies Should Watch in 2012

May 31, 2012 - Deloitte Consulting's Bill Briggs gives an overview of his technology observations so far this year and how they will shape the public sector heading into 2013.

How Jails Customize TV Programming for Inmates

May 29, 2012 - Lincoln County Jail in Oregon has installed a new Web-based system that allows staff to control inmates' TV programs.

Georgia Debunks E-Procurement Myths

May 29, 2012 - An electronic purchasing system may seem like an ideal way for states to save money, but beware of the roadblocks.

New 511 Travel Information App Goes Live in Virginia

May 24, 2012 - Next-generation traffic data is providing travelers with detailed real-time roadway conditions, hazard messages and expected travel times.

Professional Social Network Connecting U.S. Doctors

May 23, 2012 - Doximity enables physicians to discuss patient issues and medical topics with one another over a secure platform.

6 Steps for Jump-Starting IPv6 Adoption in Government

May 22, 2012 - Experts offer tips to help state and local governments move to the new address protocol.

‘Heat Map’ Shows Global Influence on North Carolina

May 21, 2012 - Web-based tool combines 53 data points to provide a snapshot of how immigration, foreign-owned businesses and other factors are reshaping the state's 100 counties.

Los Angeles County Uses Analytics to Stop Child-Care Fraud

May 16, 2012 - L.A. County Department of Public Social Services rings up $6.8 million in cost avoidance through the use of a detailed data mining and networking system.

Free Tool Gauges Website Engagement Effectiveness

May 15, 2012 - A new Web-based assessment provides decision-makers insight into the community engagement level of local government websites.

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Collaboration for the Public Sector

Collaborative Justice: Transforming Criminal Justice Services Through Unified Collaboration
This issue brief examines video collaboration in every stage of the human justice process, demonstrating how this technology can not only make services more efficient, affordable, and accessible.