REACHING OUT
Since 2020, San Diego County, Calif., has seen a 10 percent increase in people experiencing homelessness, a number it hopes to lower with tech. A policy passed by the county Board of Supervisors enabled the creation of a system that will use multiple data points to identify individuals who may be at risk of becoming homeless so the county can then offer aid. Plus, an app will connect county staff to those people who need services quickly and efficiently, as well as help the county monitor homeless encampments in real time.
CYBER SCHOOL
As part of its whole-of-state cybersecurity initiative, the Indiana Office of Technology will partner with Purdue University and Indiana University to help local governments evaluate their security. With state funding, the schools will provide at least 342 cybersecurity assessments to local entities over four years, giving them insights to then plan their cyber strategies and also help the state better direct its investments and policies to make the most impact.
BIZ BEAT
Granicus, a major player in the gov tech market, further grew its empire when it acquired Rock Solid Technologies for an undisclosed amount. Rock Solid, which sells citizen engagement tools, marks Granicus’ 11th acquisition. The deal is in keeping with a market-wide trend toward integrated platforms for state and local government, condensing multiple services under one vendor.
WHO SAYS?
“You wouldn’t build a bathroom without a sink, and you shouldn’t build a parking lot without a charging station. That’s just where we’re at now.”
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