When I moved to Kingman 42 years ago I joined the men’s softball league. At that time this league played its games in the parking lot of the Mohave County Fairgrounds facility. Fortunately for Kingman, the city council and community leaders had a vision for the future and invested in a major project to benefit Kingman and its residents. That project was Centennial Park. Although I’m sure there were naysayers who felt it was a waste of money or the money was needed for other projects, the council had the foresight to approve this massive project. They acquired the initial 30 acres (and later 10 more acres were added), then went ahead to build what has become the centerpiece of recreational activities for the residents of Kingman. This project not only has improved the quality of life for our residents, it has also made Kingman more attractive to businesses, young professionals and families looking to relocate. Due to that commitment 40-plus years ago we have enjoyed the use of a quality swimming pool, basketball, tennis, racquetball and pickleball courts. In addition there are soccer fields and little league diamonds for our children, as well as running paths, playgrounds and […]

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Photo used for representational purpose only. iStock New Delhi, February 12 Artificial intelligence (AI) should not be viewed as a threat, but as an opportunity to enhance the quality of legal practice, Supreme Court judge Hima Kohli has said, terming it is a "game-changer" in the legal field that has the potential to revolutionise the way lawyers work. Justice Kohli, however, flagged ethical concerns about the "accountability, transparency and protection of rights of parties", which may crop up with the use of AI in the legal field. She said it is undeniable that technology has played a significant role in keeping the wheels of justice turning even during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. "As we embrace technology, it is imperative that we are aware of the ethical concerns that come with the use of artificial intelligence in courts. The use of AI raises concerns about accountability, transparency and protection of rights of parties. It will be critical to establish clear guidelines and protocols to ensure that justice is dispensed equitably to all parties," the apex court judge said at a function organised by the ICICI bank here on Saturday. Speaking on the topic of "Artificial Intelligence […]

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Troup County, Georgia Pursues Digital Transformation The Georgia County selects GovPilot as provider of cloud-based government management software to streamline operations and constituent services Troup County, Georgia, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A transition from paper to digital processes is underway in Troup County, Georgia where local officials have sought greater efficiency in county operations and constituent services. The county government recently partnered with GovPilot , a New Jersey based provider of cloud-based government management software. Officials from Troup County have worked with GovPilot to implement GovPilot’s Report-a-Concern feature which enables residents to report non-emergency concerns such as potholes, overgrowth, and other general code violations directly via a digital form on the county website, or through an app on their phone, called GovAlert. The app, available to residents on Android and iOS devices is easy to use, and routes citizen concerns directly to the relevant county department so that the issue can be resolved quickly. Troy Anderson, Troup County’s Recreation Director said, “I encourage residents to download the GovAlert app on their phones and help us improve Troup County by reporting issues that they come across so we can address them quickly. Digital government services are essential to […]

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The Economic Times has partnered with the NASSCOM Center of Excellence IoT & AI and India SME Accelerator Network to curate a six-week digital transformation program for SMEs in the manufacturing sector. The six-week participation-by-invite program has global experts with decades of success in transforming manufacturing operations into smart factories as instructors. Each expert and their topic of teaching is carefully selected to ensure maximum value to participants to leverage deep understanding and insights on the advanced technologies of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Augmented Reality (AR) to deliver maximum value. Each expert has a track record of transforming businesses and will coach participants over six weeks to transform their manufacturing operations to unleash growth. The course content will accelerate participating enterprises to prepare for the next wave of transformation, i.e., Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The course is invaluable because there is no course to address this need for SMEs. We curated the course content to accelerate SMEs with ambitions to be Industry 4.0 compliant. The process for selection is simple – Register here. Our evaluation team will review your submitted details to confirm fitment for the workshop and, depending […]

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The United States Consul-General at the Consulate General in Lagos State, Will Stevens, has disclosed that the Joe Biden-led government is committed to supporting programs that provide Nigerian youth with quality technological learning opportunities. He stated this at the official opening of the Digital Expert Academy in Lagos on Monday. Present at the event were representatives from leading American tech companies, and Nigerian technology and business leaders. Stevens who spoke on the theme “Technology as an Enabler and Tool for Empowerment,” highlighted the importance of tech skills to Nigeria’s future prosperity and economic competitiveness. He explained that the Biden administration’s U. Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa aims to drive digital transformation and foster a digital ecosystem built on open, interoperable, reliable, and secure internet and information and communication technology. “This initiative is investing in some of Nigeria’s richest resources – its young people. “We hope that by developing local talent in tech fields, we help accelerate medium and long-term growth in Nigeria’s and indeed Africa’s digital economy,” Stevens said. The Chairman, 21st Century Technologies Group, Wale Ajisebutu, explained that the Digital Expert Academy will help bridge the gap between youth and employers by better connecting young people with the changing […]

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Executive Overview Industrial companies have been on a digital transformation journey for some years now, but some are questioning how to proceed. Perhaps they conducted a series of technology pilots that failed or yielded unremarkable results. Maybe cost and ROI concerns are being raised, or for public companies, quarterly stock market pressures conflict with longer-term investments. Perhaps the pilots showed promise, but there’s no clear roadmap to follow and no clear vision to guide the way. Perhaps cultural norms are asserting themselves, with various organizations pushing back against innovation and change. Perhaps there’s a reaction to pandemic-forced changes that wants to see a return to normal. Or maybe directives from top management seem to require moving on to the next big topic, sustainability. Was digital transformation just so much hype, or should digital transformation still be a top priority for industrial companies? With one exception – the increased need for sustainability and energy transition improvements – the fundamental drivers for embracing digital transformation haven’t changed. The basic idea underlying industrial digital transformation is to use data and technology to increase flexibility in production processes, enhance the organization’s ability to address customer needs, and improve competitive positioning. Industrial companies still […]

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LaaS Expands to Further Accelerate Digital Transformation Nokia Expands Lab-as-a-Service Solution to Accelerate the Digital Transformation of Enterprises Nokia announced that it is expanding its Lab-as-a-Service (LaaS) solution to include the validation testing of industrial user equipment and third-party devices connecting people and machines over Nokia digital automation cloud (DAC) and modular private wireless (MPW) networks. This will allow enterprises to streamline the testing of equipment and Industry 4.0 use cases over private wireless to assess how they will help achieve their digital transformation goals. A dedicated device testing facility in Bangalore, India will allow more customers to accelerate Industry 4.0 service adoption. Nokia LaaS will enable enterprise customers to assess how devices and equipment working over 4.9G/LTE and 5G private wireless networks, will support their implementation of Industry 4.0 use cases. Leveraging Nokia Digital Automated Cloud (DAC) and Modular Private Wireless (MPW) customers will be able to see how enterprise, third-party or Nokia Industrial devices such as handhelds, fieldrouters, dongles and wearables will connect machines and people and how that can advance their digitalization journey. Device validation consists of standardized testing packages. Vertical segments will benefit from Nokia’s extensive network, connectivity knowledge and rapid access to a range […]

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MBABANE, February 8, 2023 — The digital economy offers Eswatini a range of opportunities to improve economic development and enhance public and private services, highlights a World Bank Digital Economy Diagnostic for Eswatini that launched today. The report provides an assessment of the five pillars of Eswatini’s digital economy comprising digital infrastructure, digital platforms, digital financial services, digital skills, and digital entrepreneurship. The Digital Economy for Africa (DE4A) is part of the World Bank’s support for the Africa Union’s Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa, which aspires to see every African person, business, and government digitally enabled by 2030. Eswatini could benefit from a digital revolution, with the potential to drive sustained and inclusive economic growth and provide much-needed jobs to the country’s young workforce. The accelerating pace of technology diffusion could provide an opportunity to unlock new channels for access to quality public and private services. “ Climate smart agriculture will benefit farmers, who represent 70% of Eswatini’s population, by increasing the productivity of their lands and enhancing their livelihoods. Implementing the recommendations of the Digital Economy Diagnostic for Eswatini would make a tangible contribution to the development of Eswatini’s economy ,” says Marie Francoise Marie-Nelly, Country Director for […]

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Cuhaci Peterson, a nationally recognized firm of architects, engineers and designers, has taken its commitment to implementing a complete digital transformation to the next level with promotions of Joshua Inman and Patrick Gibson. “I look forward to serving our teams while enhancing the opportunities before us to transform our operations for long-term, continued success at CP,” said Joshua Inman, Chief Operations Officer. Cuhaci Peterson, a nationally recognized firm of architects, engineers and designers, has taken its commitment to implementing a complete digital transformation to the next level with promotions of Joshua Inman and Patrick Gibson. Inman will take the title of Chief Operating Officer while Gibson will serve as the firm’s new Director of Marketing and Communications. Inman began his career at CP in 2003 and has held numerous roles in the firm, including project architect and project manager for the firm’s restaurant and food service programs. In his latest role, Inman served as the firm’s Director of Operations, leading digital system upgrades to set CP up for future success. As COO, Inman will shift focus to operational efficiency. He will be accountable for all production operations, including evaluating and updating business procedures to align with the firm’s strategic […]

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KIRKLAND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–POSaBIT Systems Corporation (CSE: PBIT, OTC: POSAF), the leading provider of payments infrastructure in the cannabis industry, is proud to name Sarah Mirsky-Terranova, Esq., as the company’s Chief Compliance Officer . “Sarah’s depth of experience and industry knowledge provides our company with a tremendous opportunity to build upon our already intense focus on compliance,” said Ryan Hamlin, Co-Founder/CEO of POSaBIT. “We are beyond excited to welcome Sarah and her unique skills into our organization.” “More and more states continue to legalize both recreational and medicinal cannabis use, and to be at the forefront of it is truly exciting,” said Sarah Mirsky-Terranova. “In my role, I can help oversee our compliance and regulatory processes and cultivate key relationships as POSaBIT continues to expand into new states.” Sarah is a skilled compliance C-suite executive and attorney, and boasts extensive experience in managing and advising on in-depth case investigations pertaining to BSA/AML, financing and trafficking, sanctions, KYC, and fraud-related matters. In previous roles, she has managed regulatory reviews and mitigated gaps found in the financial crime investigative/escalation process that could pose a regulatory risk. In her role as Chief Compliance Officer of the Company, she will lead the POSaBIT team […]

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