How Actionable Data Improves Digital Communications

For many government agencies, the issue isn’t a lack of data but rather the inability to quickly analyze it and turn those insights into actions.

NASCIO 2017 Recap: What’s Happening in Michigan

Cybersecurity innovations can be difficult to implement in state government. Rajiv Das, Michigan’s CSO, spoke about what his state has been up do.

How Northern Kentucky Is Fighting the Opioid Epidemic

Northern Kentucky Independent District Health Department uses its $16.3 million budget to fund programs that prevent disease, promote wellness and protect against health threats.

The Power of Operationalizing Data Analytics

This approach to analytics enables agencies to pull together data from different places and different sources — including legacy systems.

How Treasury Is Using Analytics to Reduce Improper Payments

GovLoop spoke with Joah Iannotta, Director of the Do Not Pay Business Center, to learn more about what her team is doing to combat improper payments in the federal government.

Why Governments Are Still Struggling With the Opioid Crisis

Tens of thousands of U.S. citizens die from opioid overdoses every year. That’s why governments are using GIS solutions to combat the opioid epidemic with better-visualized data.

Tips for Turning Data Into Insights

Although government agencies generally remain a step or two behind the private sector for data analytics, there are a few ways to improve the situation.

The Vision & Challenges of a Smart Community

A truly smart community is one that can avail the right technologies to manage its assets more effectively and efficiently. In this type of environment, government employees are able to move from tactical and repetitive tasks to strategic and value-added roles.