Government Technology June 2009

Cover GT June 09

Smart Electricity Grid Aims to Increase Energy Efficiency

By Matt Williams

Economic stimulus money will fund smart meters and sensors to replace U.S. legacy electric system.

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Procurement

IT Contract Terms Stifling Competition, TechAmerica Report Says: By Matt Williams, Associate Editor
TechAmerica says inflexible contracts in state and local government hinder competition and cause high prices.

Funding

Broadband Stimulus Should Require Maps First, Say Congressmen: By Andy Opsahl, Features Editor
Applicants for broadband stimulus should have to complete broadband maps before receiving stimulus funding, two Congressmen say.

Special

Digital Dashboard Will Track California Technology Projects: By Steve Towns, Editor
California CIO's Office releases project management rules and launches new transparency effort.

Feature

Information Security: Employee Errors Put Data at Risk: By Hilton Collins, GT Staff Writer
Government data security breaches include e-mail, Web site attachments.

Geo Info

GIS Maps Prevent Vehicle Collisions with Elk and Deer: By Andy Opsahl, Features Editor
Arizona Department of Transportation uses GIS data to place crossings and underpasses.

Justice

Law Enforcement Database Tracks Gang Members Statewide: By Jim McKay, Justice and Public Safety Editor, Justice and Public Safety Editor
MassGangs database helps Massachusetts police departments share information on gang activity.

Big Picture

Green Initiatives: Broadband Wireless Monitor Saves Farmers Water: By Chad Vander Veen, Associate Editor
Department of Agriculture irrigates soil with broadband technology.

Spectrum

Social Networks Grow More Popular, Sweden Introduces Green Energy Policy: By Karen Stewartson, Managing Editor
Electronic health records may boost smartphone use by doctors.

Product News

New Products from LG, Bretford Manufacturing Inc., Lenovo, Nokia: By Miriam Jones, Chief Copy Editor
Mini notebook, laptop cart, desktop, smartphone.

Point of View

Obama's First 100 Days Show Willingness to Listen to State and Local Concerns (Opinion): By Steve Towns, Editor
Office of Management and Budget must still issue guidelines on tracking stimulus spending.

CIO Profile

Missouri CIO Bill Bryan Focuses on Consolidation and Web Improvements: By Paul W. Taylor, Contributing Writer
Bill Bryan also looks to boost unified communications and collaboration capabilities.

signal-noise

Center for Digital Government Launches Digital States Performance Institute: By Paul W. Taylor, Contributing Writer
Digital State Survey leader to connect more with Twitter feed, modernize government with institute.