As government agencies shift to internet-based applications, the need for modernized networks has never been more essential, says IT architecture expert.

Identifying the right IT investments remains a challenge for state and local agencies. One place to start: Focus on the foundations of application enablement.

Expanding cybersecurity challenges and a shortage of talent make managed and professional services a strategic solution for government tech departments.

The coming year does not look promising for state budgets, but agencies can turn to managed services to lower costs and improve security.

The contract will allow Verizon and AT&T to provide dedicated service to public safety agencies in Massachusetts.

The legislation follows an incident in which Verizon cut off firefighters' mobile devices that hit a monthly data limit during the biggest wildfire in California history.

The city will join Houston, Los Angeles, and Sacramento to be among the first to offer the high-speed wireless service by the end of the year.

Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint have pledged to terminate their agreements with "location aggregators" used for services like roadside assistance and bank fraud prevention.

The phone company will install small cells throughout the city, and will also provide local officials with resources to manage traffic and parking.