Civil Municipal Magazine - Dec 2023

15 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 12 Source- https://www. americancityandcounty.com/ , Andy Castillo, First Published Dec 12, 2023 From the rise of artificial intelligence to increasingly complex cyberattacks, much has changed in the digital landscape over the last year. Local governments, which safeguard critical data and infrastructure, have been at the forefront of that evolution. Administrators need to be one step ahead of the technological curve to ensure their constituents are secure both physically and digitally. Projecting future changes is an integral part of that process. “Every year … we can look at which specific areas are advancing–logical steps building on what happened last year,” said Scott Buchholz, chief technology officer of Deloitte’s government and public services about the firm’s annual 2024 Government Technology Trends report. Noting significant strides in cybersecurity that have set the tone for the private sector, Buchholz said, “The government has made tremendous strides in adopting and using technology.” The report anticipates six technology- related trends Deloitte analysts expect will be popular in the coming year. The Virtual reality and digital twinning for training and improving infrastructure, among other things; generative artificial intelligence (AI); different types of CPUs, GPUs, and custom chips; and streamlining the job tasks of developers by eliminating bureaucratic tasks to increase productivity. “It is ever harder for organizations to attract and retain highly skilled technical talent as demand outpaces supply. To be more attractive workplaces for those looking for secure, mission-driven jobs, OPENING LINES GENERATIVE AI, VIRTUAL REALITY TOP DELOITTE’S ANNUAL 2024 TECHNOLOGY TRENDS REPORT