It has been just two days since Haiti was devastated by a catastrophic earthquake, the worst in the region for 200 years and it is estimated that one third of the country’s 9 million people may need emergency help. Time and again, Federal employees have stepped up to help people and communities in need andRead… Read more »
This is really for field ITS’ . . . I’d like to introduce Valerie Sandy to you. We were trying to bring her on board in time for the IT Summit; but hiring just doesn’t work fast. It’s a sloooooow process. Since you missed seeing her at the Summit, here’s a picture we just tookRead… Read more »
I am trying to establish a network of government employees tasked with implementing Logical Access Control (LACS) with HSPD-12 PIV cards. I would like this network to share lessons learned in implemenations and technical information on the configuration, testing and support of these solutions. If you are interested in contributing please let me know.
At the West Coast’s first Government 2.0 “uncamp”, you shape the Agenda: http://gov20la.org/shape-the-agenda.html
There is still time to help those who need it the most. The CFCNCA supports more than 4,000 approved local, national and international charities that reach out to millions of people with life-saving, life-enriching services. Use the online charity search to find CFC-supported agencies that may interest you. The CFCNCA ends on January 15, 2010Read… Read more »
On Wednesday, January 13, the city of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada went live with their data catalog. http://data.edmonton.ca provides REST-based access to their data. So for you application writers, no more need to download and maintain data. Edmonton’s data catalog is a great example of cloud computing in government. It runs on Windows Azure, using anRead… Read more »
Since March of 2009, Gov 2.0 Radio has had conversations with scores of the incredible public and private sector evangelists, innovators and, yes, pragmatists who are making Government 2.0 happen. We’re excited about talking to many more of you in 2010 and beyond. Today marks the launch of a new look for Gov 2.0 Radio,Read… Read more »
Here’s the run down of tools used: Zamzar – for converting videos to multiple formats Notepad – for writing and editing of the text only transcript MAGpie – for the creation of the timestamped XML closed-caption file JW FLV Player – for embedding of the final video The video was fast, but here’s how youRead… Read more »
Feature to Benefit to BENEFIT! Emory and I were talking yesterday. He is a thought leader at a prestigious boutique management services company. We came to the point where we were in violent agreement that the benefit of a product or service has to keep constantly changing for the better…if you let it. Typically weRead… Read more »
The cities of Arvada, Geneva, Manor, Rockwall and Mecklenburg County have teamed up with DotGov, Inc. to participate in a unique innovation project. The goal of the project is to develop an iPhone Application, which will offer citizens mobile access to city & county services and information. You can participate by sharing your best ideasRead… Read more »