Brownsville faced significant technology challenges, including outdated data center infrastructure and inadequate workflows, leading to connectivity issues for staff and citizens. To address this, CIO Jorge Cardenas created a comprehensive roadmap aimed at modernizing the city’s digital infrastructure, starting by stabilizing the network and implementing necessary security protocols. This foundational approach was crucial for the successful introduction of new systems, enabling the city to embark on a journey towards becoming a smart city.
Key improvements included the deployment of a fiber network alongside private 5G solutions for better connectivity across public spaces. By linking various resources and enhancing public safety through an extensive camera network, the city’s modernization efforts have begun to pay off, significantly reducing response times to incidents. Furthermore, leveraging AI for crowd monitoring illustrates how technology is being utilized to proactively address public safety concerns. Cardenas emphasized the importance of clear communication regarding the reasons and benefits of these changes, fostering trust and collaboration within the city’s administration to ensure sustainable progress toward becoming a connected city and ultimately a smarter one.
👉 Pročitaj original: CIO Magazine
