Public works professionals know that daily tasks and processes can get hectic. Investing in a robust, user-friendly software system to track municipal assets is more crucial than ever. From tracking inventory to scheduling maintenance and inspections, the right software can streamline your operations, reduce costs, and improve the efficiency of your department. Here are some important features you should look …
Are you a public works director? Do you still use paper or spreadsheets to manage work orders? Advancements in technology are transforming the way public works departments operate. is quickly becoming a popular solution for streamlining local government processes. This guide will outline five ways work management software can help local governments handle work orders more effectively and save time. …
Governments and citizens alike understand the importance of effective water management. One critical aspect of water management is the prevention of backflow, a process where contaminated water reverses its flow and enters the clean water supply. Backflow poses serious health risks and can compromise water systems. Cloud-based cross-connection and backflow prevention management software is your key to ensuring water safety …
North Ogden, Utah is a prime example of how cities can transform municipal operations with cloud-based management solutions. For many years, North Ogden has trusted iWorQ’s cloud-based software. Assistant Public Works Director Brian Galvez at North Ogden City shared his experience in an exclusive interview, revealing how iWorQ’s public works and community development software solutions have streamlined the city’s day-to-day …
“April showers bring May flowers!” Spring is finally here, which means many regions across the United States should expect an influx of rain and thunderstorms as the weather warms up. This is positive news for our ecosystems, but it can also pose certain safety, monetary, and environmental risks. Manage springtime stormwater with iWorQ’s cloud-based Stormwater Management Software. Meet MS4 requirementsAccording …
For the past five years, Jackson County, Florida has utilized iWorQ to streamline its community development and public works processes. In this exclusive interview, Community Development Director Wendy Schlesinger and Executive Secretary of Building Services Benet Johnson share how Jackson County transformed its operations with cloud-based software, increasing efficiency and saving time.An Insider Look on Management Software for CountiesSchlesinger has …
Earth Day serves as an annual reminder to reflect on how we can preserve, protect, and care for our planet, while minimizing our environmental impact. One way that local governments can reduce their carbon footprints is by having their public works and community development departments transition from paper-based management systems to CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) solutions. This not only …
April is National County Government Month (NCGM), an annual celebration of the hard work and dedication of county governments across the nation, while educating the public on the variety of services they deliver to their communities. Since 1991, the National Association of Counties (NACo) has sponsored the event. This year’s theme is “ForwardTogether,” centered around three main pillars: connect, inspire, …
National Community Development Week was created in the 1980s to raise awareness about the National Community Development Association (NCDA) and the many services it provides to local governments, most notably the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The NCDA has appointed the week of April 1-5th, 2024, to honor, support, and educate communities about the unparalleled value and successes of …
Broken traffic lights? Snow piling up on the road? A gargantuan pothole in need of a fill? Is your Public Works department battling a monster of never-ending maintenance requests? Whether it is from normal wear and tear or a disaster striking, without a proper system in place, identifying issues and strategically assigning work can be challenging as the stream of …
