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Information technology is a major component of frontline federal operations to assist personnel with real-time communication for the 1.3 million active-duty and reserves forces to stay ready to deploy at any moment. Technology spending in the U.S. military increased 16.2% for 2023 to $130.1 billion from $112 billion. Much of these costs go to research, […]
Microsoft has implemented a phased rollout for Windows 11 since releasing the operating system in October 2021. As public sector agencies, utilities and enterprises consider upgrading to Windows 11 from Windows 10, many may remember the hassles and challenges associated with the migration from Windows 7 when Microsoft stopped supporting that OS in 2020. Failing […]
In a recent survey of law enforcement professionals, we asked about their top priorities for work and technology in the immediate future. We found that leaders were most concerned about employee experience and internal operations. To address these concerns, agencies are focusing on how they can use technology to streamline internal operations and help staff […]
Digital transformation in the energy and utility industry will continue to drive operational efficiency and a service transformation for customers. By focusing on modernizing assets and infrastructure — from power generation to production to transmission and distribution — utility companies can improve communication and reduce service downtime for customers. This is supported by innovative digital […]
Words like “resurgence” and “renaissance” have been thrown around the U.S. manufacturing sector for many years as efforts to restore U.S. production capabilities have ebbed and flowed. Now, however, reshoring efforts have begun to bear fruit. Spurred by government incentives, problems finding skilled workers, ongoing supply chain disruptions, and the desire to get operations closer […]
An estimated 240 million calls are made to 911 in the U.S. every year. This challenges public safety teams to architect, dispatch, and coordinate effective and efficient responses, while also remaining constantly informed amid an influx of calls. During these stressful times, it is imperative that response teams and key decision makers are able to […]
Reliable mobile communication makes vital, secure, and covert field work possible for federal agencies of all types. Handhelds are being used in all types of applications to support government agents and civil servants on the ground who deliver life-saving services, enhance quality of living, enforce rules, and support the federal government’s priorities. These handheld tools […]
Companies can use mobile technology to eliminate data gaps, maintain visibility and get better control of their warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. The yard has long been viewed as the “black hole” of the supply chain, where all visibility is lost until either a truck exits through the yard gate and a transportation management […]
According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) strategic plan, the next five years will redefine the federal sector. The GAO plan outlines 12 key trends for federal agencies to focus on between now and 2027 including security, workforce needs and digital technology. These trends are an important starting point, however, below we rank the […]
This year, the law enforcement industry gathered in person at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference after a three-year hiatus. We enjoyed reconnecting with our partners and resellers, and meeting with new and long-standing customers. But what we were most excited about was having firsthand conversations with police officers and law enforcement […]