Tommy Lopez

Securing resources for #publicsafety initiatives should be simple. Discover how to streamline the process for your public safety projects. Read more. https://hubs.la/Q02sMFmt0

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The City of Springfield, MA, is leveling up its permitting and licensing processes with OpenGov, partners to and serving the needs of local governments from coast to coast. Struggling with legacy systems and paper-based processes, Springfield sought a streamlined solution to boost efficiency and transparency. OpenGov's customizable workflows and public-facing portal are set to revamp administrative functions, offering enhanced transparency, quicker approvals, and improved service delivery to the public. This move is expected to optimize resource management, cut operational costs, and ultimately enhance community service. Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eVr-nWSF #opengov #govtech

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If you're at this week's Institute of Police Technology and Management (IPTM) Symposium on Traffic Safety in #Orlando, #Florida, come on by the Virtual CRASH booth, grab a beverage and a snack, and enjoy a one-on-one demo of Virtual CRASH 6! We're looking forward to seeing you! #IPTM #Symposium #CrashReconstruction #AccidentReconstruction #PublicSafety #Forensics #ForensicEngineering #VirtualCRASH #Software #Simulation #Animation #Diagramming #Litigation #Exhibits #Visuals #GPU #Realtime #Rendering

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Exercise templates are more than just tools—they’re opportunities to prepare for the unexpected. Think beyond the usual hazards or scenarios your area faces. By exploring 'out of the box' situations, even those with a small chance of occurring, we can uncover critical insights and strengthen our readiness. Imagine the power of being prepared for the worst-case scenario. Let’s eliminate the mindset of ‘It will never happen here’ as emergency services professionals and take action today to build resilience that goes beyond what’s probable and embrace what’s possible. Are you ready to step up and prepare for the unthinkable?

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Take a look at how the High Point Police Department's Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) is impacting public safety. By using advanced technology, the RTCC provides real-time data that enables faster responses, better resource allocation, and proactive crime prevention. Our latest blog features a video that gives inside look at how the RTCC is advancing community safety.

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🌟 Proud Partnership! NetCentrics is thrilled to partner with the Air National Guard to enable ANG’s cloud missions and cloud threat hunts and enhance security! Washington Air National Guard and Maryland National Guard are the first to receive these new capabilities.   Our innovative solution Wraith® seamlessly integrates with existing cloud and on-premise architectures, reducing overall costs and training duration ─ while supporting readiness and agility of Cyber Protection Teams (CPTs).    This collaboration not only strengthens ANG’s cyber defense capabilities but also sets a new standard for the Department of Defense.   Together, the ANG and NetCentrics are making strides in securing critical mission assets and workloads across multi-cloud environments.    Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/eirq3V8f #Partnership #CyberDefense #CloudSecurity #DoD #ANG

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The Esri Damage Assessment Solution has been very popular the last several years for agencies conducting Preliminary Damage Assessments. FEMA recently updated their data standards for Individual and Public Assistance. With our Solution release this week, we updated Damage Assessment to align to these new standards and make several other minor modifications. https://lnkd.in/g6V7yEF If you've used this Solution in the past, you may want to deploy again to make use of the latest schema changes. The overall workflow of the applications included has remained the same.

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#Government agencies are harnessing #AI’s potential for efficiency, while also taking steps to mitigate risks like bias and misinformation. New The White House guidelines outline best practices and safe pilot programs to implement. Read more in our blog: https://ow.ly/M1GP50RlyrC

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through its Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), has introduced the Universal PatchinG and Remediation for Autonomous DEfense (UPGRADE) program. The move works to bring together equipment manufacturers, #cybersecurity experts, and hospital staff to develop a tailored and scalable software suite for hospital #cyberresilience. The UPGRADE program effort intends to secure whole systems and networks of #medical #equipment to ensure mitigations can be deployed at scale. The UPGRADE platform will proactively assess potential vulnerabilities by examining digital models of hospital environments to identify software weaknesses. Upon detecting a threat, an automated remediation process, such as applying a patch, can be initiated. The remediation is then tested within the model environment and deployed seamlessly to the devices in use within a hospital, minimizing disruptions. With a commitment of over US$50 million, this cybersecurity initiative aims to develop tools that safeguard operations and ensure uninterrupted patient care. #Healthcare #Cybersecurity #Threatlandscape #Cyberattack #Cyberthreat https://lnkd.in/dYDBDPRk

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Sign up for this week's DRJ webinar – "Preparing for the 2025 Threat Landscape" – sponsored by AlertMedia, Thursday, Dec. 12, at 1 p.m. CT. #DRJwebinars In 2024, businesses faced a barrage of critical events with far-reaching impacts. From record-breaking storms and costly infrastructure failures to contentious election cycles and sophisticated cyberattacks, companies are navigating an increasingly complicated threat landscape. And in our interconnected world, a single incident can trigger a cascade of impacts that reverberate across industries and regions. In this webinar, AlertMedia’s SVP of Global Intelligence, Sara Pratley, and SVP of Safety Solutions, Peter Steinfeld, will explore key business risks, trends, and insights from 2024 and discuss how recent events should shape preparedness strategies for the year ahead. These insights will help attendees better anticipate challenges, bolster risk management strategies, and enhance their organization's ability to thrive in an increasingly volatile world. ● Review lessons learned from global critical events in 2024 ● Understand the cascade effect and how it impacts preparedness and response efforts ● Hear actionable advice on how to mitigate prominent and emerging risks in 2025 ● Discover best practices for fulfilling duty of care in today’s heightened state of uncertainty

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The National Security Agency Cybersecurity Collaboration Center (CCC) is how #NSA scales intel-driven #cybersecurity through open, collaborative partnerships. The CCC works with industry, interagency, and international partners to harden the U.S. Defense Industrial Base, operationalize NSA’s unique insights on nation-state cyber threats, jointly create mitigations guidance for emerging activity and chronic cybersecurity challenges, and secure emerging technologies. CCC services are available free of charge to any eligible organization, regardless of size, resources, or prior NSA ties. This could be a game changer for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) by providing cybersecurity expertise and defensive knowledge typically reserved for #nationalsecurity and #lawenforcement organizations. And there is NO COST! Get started here: https://lnkd.in/g7_NFtar Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) The University of Alabama in Huntsville Cyber Huntsville #DIB

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Emergency managers recognize the importance of preparedness, yet engaging the public and assessing progress remains challenging. The good news? There's a way forward. Stephanie Hartman, Press Secretary of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, and I are hosting a webinar on July 16th. Stephanie will discuss leveraging Nextdoor for Public Agencies to guide, inspire, and measure actions taken by Floridians. Participating lets you gain insights from real experiences to enhance your strategies. Join us to delve deeper: https://lnkd.in/etsh_34w Why it matters: - In 2023, the US faced 28 billion-dollar disasters; by 2024, there have been 11. - May witnessed a record number of tornadoes. - As of this morning, there's a tropical depression is likely forming in the Atlantic (reminder, it's still June) - NOAA projects an above-average 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with 17 to 25 named storms, 8 to 13 hurricanes, and 4 to 7 major hurricanes. - Oh, and... wildfire, floods, and all the hazards we face #EmergencyManagement #Preparedness #WebinarAlert

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