Plus, how to navigate the COVID-19 minefield and more...

GovTech Today
GOVTECH TODAY
APRIL 14, 2020

IBM Offers COBOL Help for Government to Deal with Crisis
Right now, governments are navigating decades-old systems through an unprecedented crisis of demand. To help, IBM has started a three-pronged project to assist them in keeping COBOL-based systems up to speed. READ MORE

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Gov Tech Startup Cityflag Reinvents Itself as Irys
The startup out of San Antonio gained enough clients and attention over the past few years that it felt a new name and mission statement were in order. It also announced two free tools for COVID-19 response. READ MORE

Leading in a Crisis: How to Navigate the COVID-19 Minefield
The current global pandemic has upended the operations of government organizations around the world. Here are five recommendations for leaders confronting the “once in a lifetime” coronavirus crisis. READ MORE

Coronavirus Is Inspiring Wave of Gov Tech Volunteerism
The U.S. Digital Response is a volunteer effort made of some 3,500 technology experts. Their mission is to help all levels of government meet increased service demands during the COVID-19 crisis. READ MORE

What Could Be in a Post-Virus Infrastructure Plan?
Will there be a new round of infrastructure projects coming soon? If so, what do the proposals over past few years teach us about what may be included? Let’s explore. READ MORE

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MORE HEADLINES

License Plate Scanners Are Coming to Victorville, Calif.

Robots Emerge as Useful Tools in Fight Against Coronavirus

Companies Pull Scooters from Atlanta After City Order

Texas University Spearheads COVID-19 Survey Effort

Colorado State University Researchers Focus on Coronavirus

Oklahoma Politicians Change Campaigning Due to Coronavirus

Pennsylvania School District Adjusts to Remote Learning

Ohio Sees Uptick in Mental Health Telemedicine Treatments

EDITOR'S CHOICE

Government Websites, Social Engagement See Dramatic Uptick

U.S. Transit Agencies Face Rough Road Ahead, Experts Say

‘Zoombombing’ Grabbed Government’s Attention — Now What?

INDUSTRY RESOURCES

Special Districts Confront Today's Issues and Prepare for Tomorrow

Cybersecurity for State and Local Governments: Protecting Public Infrastructure

The Essential Guide to Security

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