The federal workforce is approaching a tipping point.
Agencies are reconciling digital change with the realities of a changing talent pool. And, while the public sector is no stranger to change, the rate at which technology is transforming government operations necessitates a completely different approach to worker development.
There’s a great sense of urgency here. McKinsey estimates that digitization may provide more than $3.5 trillion in economic value for the public sector. Meanwhile, Gartner found that 81% of public sector firms have prioritized digital transformation, with significant investments in AI, cybersecurity, and managed IT services.
ParkPHX provides parking information in one location, helping users find parking based on what matters most to them, from cost to EV charging stations.
The City of Phoenix has launched an online tool to help residents and visitors easily find parking when visiting the downtown area.
ParkPHX is designed to provide easy access to information on all public parking facilities in one convenient location, helping users find parking based on what matters most to them, from cost to electric vehicle charging stations.
Read more: US: Arizona: Phoenix launches online tool to help drivers find parking
CoworkingCafe ranked the top five cities on smart infrastructure and tech job availability.
Cities on the West Coast and in the Northeast lead the United States in adopting cutting-edge technology for urban sustainability. This is according to a ranking developed by CoworkingCafe, which evaluated cities across the nation in terms of their smart infrastructure, green initiatives and tech job availability.
Read more: Here are the Top US Cities Embracing Smart Infrastructure
Jeanine Jerkovic of the City of Surprise explains how the Greater Phoenix region city is deploying smart technologies to mitigate the unique challenges of rapid urban expansion.
Once a quiet, suburban community best known for hosting Major League Baseball’s Spring Training, the City of Surprise, Arizona, has undergone a dramatic transformation. Situated in the northwest Greater Phoenix region, Surprise is now experiencing a surging population boom, bringing both tremendous opportunities and significant challenges.
The Capital City beat out Seattle and L.A. on the list.
Artificial Intelligence may be taking over the world — seriously y'all, cut it out — but that doesn't mean there aren't cities trying to use technology to better our lives. A new study has ranked the Top 10 "smart cities" in the U.S. by where they stand for tech and sustainability and Texas stood tall on the list.
Coworking Cafe describes smart cities as places that "employ data analytics, innovative infrastructure and eco-friendly initiatives to create connected and efficient urban environments." The list focuses on making a futuristic vision a "tangible reality" with "urban centers worldwide integrating technology and sustainability to enhance the quality of life for their residents."
Read more: US: Texas: Austin ranked a Top 5 'smart city' for tech and sustainability