Opinion

In a short period of time, the number of state chief data officers has exploded and it’s why a new network has formed to support their distinct challenges and opportunities with managing and using data at the state level.

Under pressure from growing constituent demands, the government CIO must become a change agent who brokers partnerships at multiple levels. The payoff can include improved operations and lower costs.

As scooters from companies like Bird and Lime become regular fixtures in U.S. cities, local governments should adopt regulatory sandboxes to determine how to best handle the new technology rather than ban it altogether.

In response to numerous challenges, state and local governments should explore how sharing public-private resources, talent and knowledge can strengthen cyberdefenses while simplifying the overall process.

Artificial intelligence has been in use in classrooms for some time, but a new RAND report raises questions about the overall effectiveness of the technology's current impact on education outcomes.

Columbus, Ohio, wants to boldly change how cities integrate communities and transportation with Smart Mobility Hubs in what could be a new way forward for multimodal travel.

Just as thriving communities need well-equipped and expertly trained police and fire departments, state and local governments require the best in cybersecurity.

These not-for-profit businesses have the skills, assets and long-term strategies that make them the right solution to our rural broadband deficit.

The latest data breach from Oklahoma Department of Securities is a case study in why the state should consider the adverse effects of reversing the consolidation of its IT departments.

eDiscovery and FOIA requests don’t have to consume so much time and expense. A methodical approach is the solution.

The Metropolitan Information Exchange, a small, prestigious group of local-level chief information officers, has released its annual list of priorities and challenges to help public-sector leaders understand the CIO role.

States now have access to federal grant money to upgrade prescription drug monitoring systems, many of which need modern technology to improve how they track and share important information.

Despite its large following, open source software suffers from persistent misconceptions about cost, security and general acceptance.

As citizen acceptance of AI grows, government needs to be more effective in how it leverages data while adhering to responsible practices and fair use, with privacy as a major priority.

A computer system dating back to the 1990s is being replaced at a cost of $71 million, but the transition from legacy equipment to more modern technology is necessary to keep up with the rules.

By keeping an eye on what happens on the dark Web, government agencies can gain insight into cybercriminals, their crimes and find ways to stop illegal deeds before they happen.

Advances in sensor technology and analytics can improve how cities use their parking spaces, which can reduce congestion, enhance air quality and boost revenue.

A new report shows that almost 98 percent of the software and apps purchased by some school districts are never fully used by students.