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Brian Heaton

Brian Heaton was a writer for Government Technology and Emergency Management magazines from 2011 to mid-2015.

Internet of Things Helps Buffalo, Other Cities with Snow Removal

Boston, Minneapolis and Buffalo are some of the municipalities harnessing the power of GPS sensors and machine-to-machine communication to modernize snow removal practices.

November 17, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Recovery

Law Enforcement Social Media Use Up, But Policies Lacking

Study reports lack of formal training to take advantage of social media as a tool for crime investigation, prevention and anticipation.

November 13, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Government Experience

Law Enforcement Social Media Use Up, But Policies Lacking

Study reports lack of formal training to take advantage of social media as a tool for crime investigation, prevention and anticipation.

November 13, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Budget & Finance

Michigan Goes Full Throttle on Procurement Overhaul

Former Ford executive Jeff Wellman has been guiding a retrofit of Michigan’s purchasing process. But just what ideas Wellman is adopting from his former employer remain a mystery.

November 12, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Government Experience

Obama and the FCC: A Disconnect Over Net Neutrality?

While President Barack Obama and FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler appear to be on the same page publicly regarding open Internet rules, separate statements may show confusion between the White House and the commission.

November 11, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Budget & Finance

Illinois County Uncovers $9.4 Million in Fraud Revenue with Analytics

A high-tech approach in identifying property tax fraudsters is generating millions for Illinois’ Cook County, the most populous in the state.

November 06, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Disaster Zone

Sterilization Tech Helps Fight Ebola

A Tracy, Calif.-based company’s portable sterilizers are a hit with hospitals and governments dealing with and preparing for Ebola outbreaks.

November 05, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Health & Human Services

Sterilization Tech Helps Fight Ebola

A Tracy, Calif.-based company’s portable sterilizers are a hit with hospitals and governments dealing with and preparing for Ebola outbreaks.

November 05, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Government Experience

States Confront Digital Life After Death

Florida senator is the latest to grapple with what happens to online accounts after you die.

November 04, 2014
· Brian Heaton
Government Experience

City Leaders Meet to Discuss Social Media Policy for Bremerton, Wash.

The Bremerton City Council met on Oct. 29 to discuss social media best practices and how to best communicate with citizens on various online platforms.

October 31, 2014
· Brian Heaton