GovTech Biz

TOP NEWS

Symbium Tool to Plan ADUs Available Anywhere in California Previously programmed with state and local regulations in nine cities, a free online application to guide homeowners through building ADUs on their property now includes 12.6 million parcels.

GCOM Acquires Managed Services Company 20/20 Teknology By absorbing the expertise of a company focused on IT infrastructure and managed services, GCOM intends to help government customers set up unified, virtual-ready networks to handle future demands.

The Pandemic Cleared the Way for Smarter Parking Tech Several cities have taken advantage of nearly empty streets and parking structures brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic to roll out technology upgrades for when — and if — drivers return to downtown areas.

Cities Turn to Fleet Management Tech for Efficiencies Fleet management officials in Louisiana and California are using technology to better track their vehicles, as well as to gain detailed insights into vehicle operations for both gas- and electric-powered autos.

MARKET SPOTLIGHT

Local Government Employment Still 4% Below Pre-COVID Level The number of people working in local government continues to rise at a slow pace, and remains well below last year's level. However, the incoming administration has promised to prioritize state and local government aid.

WATCHLIST

GovTech companies on our radar this week:

UNIT Innovations: A variety of gov tech applications including housing management, animal services and computer-aided dispatch.

Run a GovTech company? Get on our radar here.

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WHAT WE'RE READING

How the U.S. Uses Blank Fields on Forms to Deny Immigration Visas (Catherine Rampell/Twitter)

GovTechBiz is our weekly newsletter covering the companies, deals and trends in the business of gov tech. Got a news tip? Other feedback? We’re listening. Send it to GovTechBiz Writer Ben Miller at biz@govtech.com.

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