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AWS selects 13 startups to innovate public safety solutions through the GovTech Accelerator

AWS Public Sector Blog

Pictured: The AWS 2023 Justice and Public Safety GovTech Accelerator cohort at Amazon’s HQ2 for Week Zero, a three-day onboarding event to kick off the accelerator. The selected startups are focused on a wide range of solutions for first responders, emergency services, corrections, and other public safety agencies.

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Driving people-centered digital transformation in public safety with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

Colonel Lamar Davis of the Louisiana State Police (LSP), recently summed up the law enforcement landscape, saying, “When you look at crime today, it’s not just a public safety or law enforcement problem—it’s a social problem.” Share data and facilitate collaboration For first responders, poor communication can have dire consequences.

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Public Safety Starts with Smart Procurement

American City & Country

Ensuring public safety at large-scale events, whether concerts, sports games, or community gatherings, comes with unique challenges. From acquiring security staff and surveillance technology to event-specific safety gear, having a well-coordinated procurement plan is essential for effective crowd and event management.

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How data-driven technology helps law enforcement agencies improve constituent outcomes  

AWS Public Sector Blog

Scott Howland, chief product officer of Fusus ; Rogerick Green, director of community engagement for Pasco County Sheriff’s Office; Bryce Stirton, director of the R2 Network ; and Matthew Melton, senior business development manager at AWS. How data can help public safety agencies support civilians’ needs.

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Harnessing data for safer communities

American City & Country

While the possibilities of using data to improve safety and ensure justice are seemingly endless, harnessing this power does not come without its challenges. On the other hand, managing and analyzing this vast array of data poses significant complexities. Navigating the information flood. A proactive approach is essential.

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Beyond the surface: Securing IoT devices in the public sector

Open Access Government - Technology News

From smart traffic systems to access control in public buildings or environmental sensors in social housing, these interconnected systems enable real-time monitoring, remote management, and smart automation. Simplified management: No need for multiple VPN tunnels or complex encryption schemes.

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Guernsey County, Ohio, modernizes its emergency response with AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

Carbyne APEX transitioned the call center from analog to a digital interface that is smartphone-friendly and allows operators to communicate with callers via live video. By migrating to APEX, Guernsey County managed to eliminate hardware costs and consolidate various operating expenses.