8 Areas of the Public Sector Where Big Data Could Make a Difference
Robert Atkinson:
Electric power utilities can use data analytics and smart meters to better manage resources and avoid blackouts,
Food inspectors can use data to better track meat and produce safety from farm to fork ,
Public health officials can use health data to detect infectious disease outbreaks,
Regulators can track pharmaceutical and medical device safety and effectiveness through better data analytics,
Police departments can use data analytics to target crime hotspots and prevent crime waves,
Public utilities can use sensors to collect data on water and sewer usage to detect leaks and reduce water consumption,
First responders can use sensors, GPS, cameras and better communication systems to let police and fire fighters better protect citizens when responding to emergencies, and
State departments of transportation can use data to reduce traffic, more efficiently deploy resources, and implement congestion pricing systems
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