E-Government

Excellence.gov Winners Exemplify Innovation in Government IT

March 5, 2013 - The five winning programs use IT in an innovative way to enhance government operations, provide a more open and transparent government, and deliver impactful citizen services.

Online Registration Helped Increase California’s Youth Vote

March 5, 2013 - If there was any doubt about citizen desire to register online, California’s one-month experience with it running up to the November general election erased it.

3 Challenges Faced by Google's Autonomous Vehicles

March 4, 2013 - Though Google's autonomous vehicles have made progress in recent years, several large technological barriers stymie researchers.

More Than a Face-Lift: New Site for Maryland

March 4, 2013 - A new portal offers Maryland residents responsive design, nearly 200 online services and integrated social media intended to maximize citizen engagement.

IBM and Miami-Dade County Partner for Smarter Cities Initiative

March 4, 2013 - Through the partnership, the Florida county plans to roll out predictive analytics, improve transportation and utilize intelligent policing.

Spectrum: Will the Heat You Produce Power Your Personal Electronics?

March 1, 2013 - Low-cost light, Twitter's Vine app, 3-D printing

Illinois Department of Corrections Heads to the Cloud

February 28, 2013 - Agency aims to go live with the first part of its new cloud-based criminal justice information system in June.

8 Tips for Getting Started with Big Data

February 28, 2013 - Big data often comes with information overload, but these eight tips will help agencies get started.

What Does Your Lawyer Want You to Know About Social Media?

February 28, 2013 - Online tools have made interacting with the public more convenient, but the legal pitfalls associated with social media have also been exposed.

Training: No Budget, No Cry

February 27, 2013 - Bob Marley reassures government agencies that everything’s gonna be all right.

Lydia Murray Discusses the Changing Role of the CIO

February 27, 2013 - As CIO of Cook County, Ill., Murray also collaborates extensively with Chicago and is working to bring high-speed fiber to the county's court and jail facilities.

Early Results: International Open Data Day 2013

February 26, 2013 - Cities worldwide hosted hackathons to encourage the adoption of open data policies by the world's local, regional and national governments.

Will California Counties Develop Public Voting Systems?

February 25, 2013 - New legislation could allow counties in the Golden State to develop, own and operate public voting systems.

Police Use Pinterest to Combat Street Drug Proliferation

February 22, 2013 - Kansas City Police, early adopters of the photo-rich Pinterest platform, use the tool to educate parents about street drugs they may not recognize.

Detailed Parking App Helps Baltimore Drivers Avoid Tickets

February 22, 2013 - Baltimore-based app developers used the city's open data to help citizens make better decisions when it comes time to park their vehicles.

Column: Epic Technology Failures

February 22, 2013 - There are many, but tracking software -- which various government agencies make use of every day -- is one of the biggest.

States Seek Legal Limits on Domestic Drones

February 22, 2013 - Ready or not, the drones are coming home, and concern over them spans the political spectrum.

Could Online Oscar Voting Lead to Online Public Elections?

February 21, 2013 - The convenience-driven public banks online, and now Academy Award voting is taking place online -- is the U.S. ready to conduct public elections online?

Telework Savings in Government (Infographic)

February 21, 2013 - Increased adoption of mobile technologies and teleworking could save governments a significant amount of time and money.

LA Officials Say 311 App Was Worth the Wait

February 21, 2013 - Despite criticism of Los Angeles for being one of the last major cities to develop a mobile app, city officials feel the app's robust features make it a winner for citizens.