How Charlotte’s Geographic Approach Improved Public Services
Charlotte, North Carolina’s public water and wastewater department created an intelligent utility system with GIS technology.
Posts Tagged: drones
How a Southern California City Became Drone-Ready with Geospatial Technology
Residents in Ontario, California, are poised to be among the first in the U.S. to experience a citywide drone delivery program.
No Drone Zone
Drones are an accepted (though with reservations or downright hatred by some individuals) part of our lives. But did you know you do not have the right to fly them wherever or whenever you please?
The Challenges and Potential Dangers of Drones
Every new technology comes with the possibility of being used for undesirable or dangerous purposes. The future of drones will require a balance between enabling drones for good, countering drones for bad and a comprehensive air traffic management system that encompasses manned and unmanned aircraft.
The Impact of Drones on Public Safety — and Why They’re Here to Stay
Drones are enhancing the safety and effectiveness of operations of our public safety agencies and are here to stay.
State, Local Drone Programs Are Taking Flight
Drones also present a regulatory challenge for agencies concerned with airspace maintenance, but their commercial potential far outweighs these obstacles.
Mapping out the Future: How Imagery Plays in to Government
It’s an exciting era for those in government. Vivid satellite images, airborne drones and 3D technology have unlocked another realm of possibility for public service.
Advance Your Potential by Widening Your Search
Look at your own skillset and research an industry that you might not have considered before and try to imagine how that sector could benefit from what you have to offer.
4 Things Cities Must Keep in Mind When Managing Large Protests
Cities can easily use new technologies to manage large crowds. Learn how from this featured blogger.
FirstNet for Emergency Management
FirstNet provides quality of service, priority and preemption for emergent medical communications.