How Is The Federal Government Using the Internet of Things?

by Daniel Castro & Joshua New July 25, 2016

written by Daniel Castro & Joshua New July 25, 2016

How Is The Federal Government Using the Internet of Things?

There are many opportunities for federal agencies to use the Internet of Things to operate more efficiently and effectively, but few agencies are pursuing these opportunities. There are a number of challenges preventing greater adoption of the Internet of Things among federal agencies. These include a lack of leadership, skills, and funding, as well as cumbersome procurement policies and a risk-averse culture. Agency adoption of the Internet of Things will likely remain low unless important changes are made to encourage adoption across the federal government.

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Daniel Castro

Daniel Castro is president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), the world’s top-ranked think tank for science and technology policy, where he leads the organization’s work shaping debates on critical issues at the intersection of technological innovation and public policy. He is a prolific writer and respected public speaker on issues ranging from Internet policy and digital governance to artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. Castro also founded and is director of ITIF’s Center for Data Innovation, a leading voice on open data, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. He has played a key role in advancing the OPEN Government Data Act and has long worked on the policy and economic impact of data-driven innovation. His work on AI spans a broad range of policy issues, including adoption and diffusion, privacy and security, intellectual property, deepfakes and information integrity, and the economic and competitive dynamics of AI, as well as global competition and governance—particularly in China and Europe.

Joshua New

Joshua New was a senior policy analyst at the Center for Data Innovation. He has a background in government affairs, policy, and communication. Prior to joining the Center for Data Innovation, Joshua graduated from American University with degrees in C.L.E.G. (Communication, Legal Institutions, Economics, and Government) and Public Communication. His research focuses on methods of promoting innovative and emerging technologies as a means of improving the economy and quality of life.

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