E-government for Social Inclusion in Singapore
In response to the Prime Minister’s 2018 National Day Rally, Singaporeans can share their thoughts using a mix of feedback channels. The digital avenue is the newest addition available for citizen engagement.
There are two parts to a digital revolution: First, the necessary technological infrastructure and programs. The second, a population which embraces a digital economy. The first is easy enough to obtain with sufficient financial backing. The latter however, requires encouraging public communications and a mind shift.
ZA: Messy end to robotics programme
Gauteng e-government spent nearly R5-million to send 45 students, including relatives of its senior officials, to study in Germany for a programme some allegedly did not qualify for.
The e-government department sent them in November 2016. The students were enrolled for the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (AIR) course at Pforzheim University after a company that dealt with artificial electric immobility, IBA Global, had made a proposal to the department.
Cluj-Napoca prepares to build the first smart street in Romania
Cluj-Napoca City Hall will transform a street from Marasti neighborhood, after a pilot project, in a smart street that provides not only more space for pedestrians but also high tech facilities.
The street will include Electric Mobile Loadable Banks, state-of-the-art LED lighting poles that incorporate WIFI systems for internet in public space, as well as charging stations for electric bicycles or scooters. In addition, 50 trees will be planted.
US: How an Illinois Park District Scored Free Wi-Fi for Its Facilities
Faced with a potential budget-busting bill of $120,000 to provide Wi-Fi at its aquatic facility, Naperville Park District’s IT director scored a deal to receive free broadband equipment, Wi-Fi installation and service at eight facilities. Now the company is looking to take the idea nationwide.
Faced with frequent requests for Wi-Fi at the Naperville, Ill., Park District’s recreational and outdoor facilities, the district’s board members asked Information Technology Director Omar Sandoval to explore the option for its largest attraction: Centennial Beach.
IN: PMC for Pasighat Smart City Project Appointed: Arunachal Pradesh
Pasighat Smart City Development Corporation Limited (PSCDCL) on Friday has appointed the ‘Project Management Consultant’ (PMC) for Pasighat Smart City post competitive bidding. The consortium of International Consulting companies Tractebel Engineering from Belgium and Price water-house Coopers (PwC) Pvt. Ltd from USA have been selected as PMC to deliver smart and sustainable designs, with State of the art technology and engineering towards successful and timely implementation of the Pasighat Smart City Project.