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Paul Schaffner, director, test development, Benchmark examines the continuous momentum to automate manufacturing test in the medical industry, including the benefits of reduced labour cost but and reduced reliance on human action and judgement.

So then what are some other categories that are ripe for disruption? Well, one to consider has actually been around from the beginning of civilization – that is, agriculture.

As the U.S. government tries to soften the blow of the coronavirus and prepares to send $1,200 to millions of Americans, fintech CEOs have stormed Twitter with messages for lawmakers.

Why technology modernization, data analytics and talent management are vital to your future

State and local governments are undergoing a digital transformation to improve decision-making, deliver innovative citizen services, streamline operations and reduce costs — with the ultimate goal of improving quality of life for their citizens and employees.

Bottom Line: CIOs are keeping the digital lifelines open for every business while enabling employees, customers, partners, and suppliers to continue working during the COVID-19 pandemic, often relying on communication frameworks to keep everyone informed.

Cyber policy in everything
As the next phase of the pandemic response unfolds, society will be grappling with more and more difficult questions. Among the many challenges are complex choices about how to curb the spread of the disease while preserving core freedoms. How much tracking and surveillance are people willing to accept as a means of protecting public health?

Modernization, cybersecurity and transparency will drive major tech investments in cities, counties and states across the country. In Washington, D.C., experts broke down how an estimated $111 billion will be spent in 2020.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Technology industry executives assembled at the annual Beyond the Beltway event in Washington, D.C., today to hear from government chief information officers on their challenges and triumphs, and get a market forecast on what spending this year will look like.

Cities, counties and states are trying to proceed as normal while the coronavirus spreads. However, some legislative sessions have ended early, and courts, senior centers, libraries and other services are starting to shut down.

Governments don’t go out of business. When disasters occur, it’s government agencies that have to respond. During the coronavirus crisis, health agencies, along with other emergency personnel, are once again on the front lines.