New regulation makes broadband over power lines (BPL) a real possibility. But for power companies in position to offer the service, challenges come with opportunities.
If a state or federal government data system or communications network is disrupted, the consequences can be far-reaching. It can lead to chaos, fear and potential loss of life.
State and local law enforcement officials are increasingly being asked to use their information technology systems to share information across boundaries for the greater public good.
The media often focuses on threats to government agencies from stolen data, hackers, and identity theft, but government CIOs realize that the threats from within may be greater.
One of the public sector's top priorities is updating its IT disaster recovery capabilities. The goal is to get back online quickly after a disaster and perform essential government services.
As the financial industry becomes more dependent on complex technologies, regulators have pressed institutions to pay continuous attention to business continuity.
Security is the top concern of CIOs in local and state agencies, followed by consolidating infrastructure and supporting mobile workers with wireless technologies.
