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On-Demand Webcast: Bridging the Gap - AI and Cloud Solutions for Smarter Government Infrastructure Maintenance
In this on-demand webcast presented by Microsoft and HSO, explore AI-driven solutions that enhance inspection processes, prioritize maintenance, and optimize resource allocation
State and local governments grapple with significant challenges in safeguarding their critical infrastructure. The American Society of Civil Engineers' (ASCE) Infrastructure Report Card paints a sobering picture, assigning an overall grade of "C-" across various sectors. Roads and bridges, in particular, have garnered attention for their vulnerabilities, roads earning a “D” from the ASCE: “Growing wear and tear on our nation's roads have left 43% of our public roadways in poor or mediocre condition, a number that has remained stagnant over the past several years.” Additionally, municipalities must adhere to federal and state regulations with regards to regular inspections. For example, according to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), bridges must undergo inspection at least once every two years. However, the enormity of these responsibilities is exacerbated by an aging infrastructure and limited resources.
To tackle these challenges, harness the power of AI and cloud technologies
Microsoft and HSO recently presented an educational webcast where we explored intricate challenges encountered by government operations and infrastructure groups, offering cutting-edge, AI-based solutions.
We invite you to watch the on-demand webcast and gain profound insights into the intersection of regulatory requirements, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and transformative technology. By exploring use cases, we uncover how AI-driven insights can revolutionize the way state and local governments address the critical challenges of maintaining roads and bridges, ultimately contributing to a safer and more resilient future.
Watch this on-demand webcast to learn:
- How AI technologies can revolutionize the inspection process for roads and bridges, resulting in more accurate and efficient maintenance practices.
- The power of AI-driven data analysis in identifying trends, prioritizing maintenance, and optimizing resource allocation for government infrastructure maintenance.
- Practical state and local government use cases where AI-powered solutions yield significant improvements in inspection efficiency and decision-making, enhancing overall infrastructure maintenance.
- How Microsoft's powerful tools, including Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot, amplify the positive impact of AI-driven solutions for government infrastructure maintenance
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Mike Hammons | Enterprise Architect | HSO
Mike Hammons is part of the state and local government team at HSO, where he serves as an Enterprise Architect. In this role, he contributes to the design of software and data organizational structures and processes. His expertise includes extracting value and insights from data by evaluating internal functions, business development strategies, and processes to suggest improvements. He also creates business architecture models aligned with the organization's visions, strategies, and goals. Additionally, Mike assesses systems’ engineering, talent recruitment, and accounting models for discrepancies and vulnerabilities. He further analyzes the current state of the municipality's technology, processes, and services to identify areas for improvement and develops plans for future development.
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Vidhu Shekhar | Government Strategy Leader | Microsoft
Vidhu is a seasoned executive in technology and strategy with a focus on public sector digital transformation. Throughout his career, he has successfully worked for government agencies, consulting firms, and enterprise companies, delivering enterprise-wide value to customers. In addition to his work, Vidhu is involved in the community and is a speaker at local universities. He holds advisory board positions at several organizations, including the University of Southern California's Sacramento Center and University of Washington’s Mobility Innovation Center. He also serves on a National Academy of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine (NASEM) funded Transportation Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) project panel. He is currently the Government Strategy Leader for Government Operations & Infrastructure and Public Finance for Microsoft. He is also the curator of the book – Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Cases in State & Local Government.
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Video Navigation
- 00:00 – Introduction & Housekeeping
- 01:03 - Government Critical Infrastructure Challenges & Microsoft’s Approach
- 08:15 - How Microsoft Technology Can Improve Government Critical Infrastructure Maintenance
- 13:40 - Reviewing Poll Results
- 16:31 - Demo: AI-Enhanced Government Critical Infrastructure Maintenance Solutions
- 40:21 - Questions & Answers
- 50:12 - Next Steps
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