Three data challenges for public sector in 2016
Data can transform public sector and the services it delivers to citizens by making incremental improvements to the city’s infrastructure.
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Right benefit, right person, right time: How AI is reshaping administration of benefits programs worldwide
When people need support most, speed, dignity, and trust matter. Governments are using AI-enabled identity, evidence, and data to deliver benefits more fairly and efficiently while supporting frontline staff and safeguarding public funds.
A new era of shared services
Five ways governments can ensure the success of shared services in today’s cloud-based world.
Securing military sensors
Microsoft Azure helps military and defense organizations overcome the data management and security hurdles of an IoT environment.
Community on Patrol App: Engage your community with app-based policing
Increase communication and collaboration between citizens and law enforcement with app-based policing.
Microsoft taps into big data to improve government efficiency worldwide
Microsoft SQL Server 2016 offers powerful, new ways for governments to enhance their everyday operations with big data.
Hyper-scale cloud computing is a powerful tool for the law enforcement mission
Four questions every law enforcement agency needs to ask before choosing a cloud provider.
Conserving, protecting, and managing our most precious resource: water
As a young woman, I had an opportunity to serve as a Peace Corps volunteer in West Africa. The two years that I spent in teaching in Gabon, Togo, and Ghana opened my eyes to different cultures and ways of life, enriched me, and helped shape the person that I am today.
Israeli government turns to Microsoft Azure
Azure helps the Israeli government cut costs while obtaining a highly secure and flexible solution.
Unlocking the power of big data
SQL Server 2016 brings advanced analytics to governments while delivering even greater security and flexibility.
Microsoft Azure Government lays out new U.S. compliance milestones with FedRAMP High and DoD-only cloud
Since FedRAMP was established, Microsoft has been working closely with the FedRAMP program management office to ensure our Federal cloud solutions meet or exceed public sector security, privacy and compliance standards, such as FedRAMP, DoD, HIPAA, CJIS and IRS 1075.
Empowering women and girls: from the classroom to the boardroom
Last Monday on March 7, I had an opportunity to participate in a panel hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the United Nations Office for Partnerships in honor of International Women’s Day. I was joined by leaders in the public and private sector for an interactive discussion about the importance of empowering women and girls.
Microsoft CityNext “farming” data
Microsoft CityNext is helping Montgomery County, Md., move forward with an innovative project to help local farmers.