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Arizona cities are shining brightly in the 2024 Digital Cities Awards! The Connective proudly celebrates Scottsdale's first-place win and Chandler's second-place finish. These cities exemplify the power of technology to transform citizen services and build stronger communities. Scottsdale’s forward-thinking AI governance and Chandler’s focus on digital inclusion are just two examples of their innovative approaches to urban innovation. Learn more about their innovative efforts here: https://lnkd.in/eXWZFfzt #DigitalCities #Scottsdale #Chandler

"By sharing and collaborating more meaningfully, cities can solve the pressing challenges that face us today and create better cities and better citizen experiences." In a new article for StateTech, Jacob Taylor, Design and Technology Manager at The Connective, highlights how collaboration is key to regional innovation. In the article, Jacob discusses how The Connective helps Arizona cities work together to address shared challenges, implement citizen-centered technologies, and promote regional interoperability. From piloting gesture-based engagement tools to exploring global best practices, The Connective bridges gaps to create smarter, more connected communities. Read the full article to learn how collaboration is driving smarter solutions for cities across Greater Phoenix: https://lnkd.in/e4iVKKMn

As part of our commitment to keep Greater Phoenix at the forefront of urban innovation, The Connective recently participated in a webinar with Innocode to explore cutting-edge approaches to citizen engagement from Nordic cities. 🌍 This session offered valuable insights on combining digital platforms into cohesive, citizen-centered experiences, an approach that’s driving positive change across Nordic cities. The Connective stays connected with global smart city advancements, bringing this knowledge back to our region to help city leaders implement strategies that enhance urban living and community engagement. We empower our cities with the latest trends and leadership strategies through initiatives like this, equipping them to lead future-focused projects that elevate quality of life in Greater Phoenix. Watch the webinar to learn more about how innovative digital solutions are transforming citizen engagement and how The Connective is keeping its partners at the forefront of smart city trends worldwide: https://lnkd.in/dt2UAH-v #SmartCities #UrbanInnovation #TheConnective #Educate #CitizenEngagement

The Connective is excited to celebrate the achievements of our Arizona city members in the 2024 Digital Cities Awards! A huge congratulations to: City of Scottsdale: #1 for AI governance, data strategy, and community engagement platforms. City of Chandler, Arizona: #2 for cybersecurity investments, real-time translation technology, and digital inclusion efforts. City of Avondale, AZ: #3 for metaverse engagement platform and Fiber Force initiative to address the digital divide. City of Mesa: #5 for heat-related death prevention program and Real Time Crime Center expansion. Gilbert, Arizona: #6 for appointing a Chief AI Officer, innovative social media engagement, and robust data governance. City of Phoenix: #7 for its work addressing homelessness with technology and piloting new traffic light monitoring. Lake Havasu City - Municipal Government: #7 for its cloud migration, new courthouse technology, and AI-powered video analytics. These cities showcase how innovative technology solutions tackle complex challenges and create stronger, more connected communities. We’re proud to call them members of The Connective! #DigitalCities #Arizona

Congratulations to the City of Chandler, Arizona, a key member of The Connective, for earning 2nd place in the 250,000-499,999 population category of the 2024 Digital Cities Awards! Chandler’s strategic investments in IT, including enhanced cybersecurity measures and expanded broadband access, highlight their commitment to digital inclusion and resilience. The city also tackled the digital divide by opening a community technology center and implemented real-time translation tools to make services more accessible to residents. Chandler’s forward-thinking approach demonstrates how technology transforms city services and strengthens community engagement.  Learn more about their achievements: https://lnkd.in/gBVh6NQ7  #DigitalCities #Chandler

At The Connective, we’re dedicated to promoting the achievements of our local cities and enhancing city effectiveness, quality of life, and economic vitality of our region and its communities. As part of this effort, we’ve partnered with SmartCitiesWorld to launch a series that showcases how cities like Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, and others are leveraging technology to enhance community services, transparency, and quality of life. Each article highlights key initiatives in data management, citizen engagement, and urban infrastructure that make our region a leader in smart city solutions. Stay tuned as we continue sharing stories from across Greater #Phoenix that inspire progress and draw attention to the incredible work happening here. 📈 Read more about these city success stories and how The Connective works to promote local innovation on the world stage: City of Mesa: https://lnkd.in/dPjR3GnM City of Phoenix: https://lnkd.in/du-gKxrd City of Scottsdale: https://lnkd.in/dhnNjPdc #SmartCities #TheConnective

Huge congratulations to the City of Scottsdale, a valued member of The Connective, for once again securing the #1 spot in the 125,000-249,999 population category in the 2024 Digital Cities Awards! From AI governance to digital dashboards, #Scottsdale maintained its position in first place because of their focus on digital interactions with their citizens. The city implemented the Truyo AI governance platform to ensure the responsible use of AI, developed a citywide data strategy, and piloted innovative tools like Amazon Connect to improve response times and operational efficiency. Scottsdale also launched a mobile-responsive website and the Speak Up Scottsdale platform, making it easier for residents to engage with city initiatives and access information. Learn more about their inspiring work: https://lnkd.in/dr9GxdDn with: Truyo | AI Governance. Privacy Compliance. Consent.

In Mesa, Arizona, smart city innovation is about being proactive. Rather than waiting for industries to offer the latest technologies, Mesa has taken the lead by expanding their Smart City Master Plan - incorporating forward thinking ideas (like AI governance) to ensure technology takes a community-centric approach. The old model of “IoT” at the center of the smart city has transformed and The Connective is proud to support Mesa and our other municipal partners to create smarter, more connected regional solutions.

The old model of industry-led smart city solutions is fast becoming obsolete. Once focused primarily on IoT, and industries “selling” their solution to municipalities, smart cities are approaching their planning differently - embracing more human-centered, community-driven solutions. The Connective works with partners like the City of Mesa—featured in this article—to prioritize the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors. Mesa’s Smart City Master Plan highlights the shift from technology-first to people-first approaches, addressing issues like AI governance. At The Connective, we’re proud to be part of this movement, ensuring that projects are customized to serve local communities and scalable to improve quality of life throughout our region. Read more from Government Technology: https://lnkd.in/es5sxpYU

Join us at PHX Startup Week! Jacob Taylor, Design and Technology Manager at The Connective, will be speaking on the AI in Government & Smart Cities panel, diving into how AI is transforming the way cities operate and serve their communities. This session will explore how AI-powered technologies are enhancing urban planning, improving public safety, and making city services more efficient and sustainable. Don’t miss this insightful discussion. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gjDbFY7K 📅 November 13, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm. #PHXStartupWeek #SmartCities