Overview

May 22

States need data to ensure the quality and safety of roads, bridges and other physical infrastructure. The right data helps state agencies manage these assets efficiently, plan for the future, and take a proactive approach to maintenance.

However, connecting that data is a major challenge. The deluge of information – from drones, automated sensors and employees in the field – can overwhelm state agencies. Data hygiene, collection irregularities and interoperability issues make it hard to see the whole picture of your state's asset management lifecycle needs.

To understand the importance of connected data and digital data flows – and the strategies and tools that support them – join us for this upcoming webinar on May 22. As a participant, you'll learn more about:

How connected data is key to a statewide asset management strategy that includes the entire lifecycle of your infrastructure
How data connectivity and interoperability allows teams to break down silos and improve collaboration
How better data ensures safety for the residents who depend on state infrastructure every day – and your own employees in the field

Speakers

Curtis M. Wood — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Curt most recently served as the Technology Services and Security Cabinet Secretary and Chief Information Officer for Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, leading the Commonwealth’s digital and cyber security transformation. Prior to his Cabinet appointment in 2018, Mr. Wood served 8 years as the Public Safety Undersecretary for Forensic Science and CIO overseeing major public safety and justice operational and technology modernization efforts. He began his government career in 1975 and has served in multiple roles.

Dr. Charles Pilson

Dr. Pilson is an expert in transportation infrastructure asset management and has been specializing in data analysis, predictive modeling and optimization for nearly 30 years. He has specialized in large asset and maintenance management software implementation projects, including data integrations and interfaces, to assist state DOTs in managing asset life and optimizing asset investment trade-offs. He has been intimately involved in multiple asset management projects including Transportation Asset Management Plans (TAMPs) including investment plans, data quality management plans, risk studies, business process re-engineering and pavement, bridge and ancillary asset management. He hails from Zimbabwe, Africa.

Webinar

Why Connected Data is So Critical for State Asset Management