A report from the state's legislative auditor this week showed that departments did not communicate effectively as they rushed into no-bid technology contracts necessitated by the pandemic.

The state put out a call this week to organizations and community groups with ideas on how to boost the state's collection and transport of biological samples — quickly.

Commentary: Two "smart city" experts urge local leaders to create regulatory environments that encourage growth and innovation.

The state’s top technology official says basic verbal communication paired with critical thinking can save state governments time and money.

Robin Carnahan and Waldo Jaquith want states to stop "reinventing the wheel" with each new technology procurement and instead work together to create software they can share.

Tech startups trying to offer cities products at reduced cost said altering processes during a crisis presents a major challenge to local governments.

The state's purchasing, digital identity management and citizen services are primed for the greatest improvements under Gov. Ned Lamont's proposal.

The city is offering little direction to potential applicants, hoping to encourage creativity in their proposals to eliminate waste and litter.

State CIO Mark Raymond said the new process should yield more creative solutions, more quickly.