Data and City Management Cases
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As COVID-19 spread across the world, how can cities and city agencies adapt? In this original Columbia University case study, we examine innovation in city agencies that include the FDNY, department of transport and schools. Including interviews with city leaders and outside experts, it explores how the public sector adapts and innovates in the face of crises.
This case examines the use of "Big Data" and technology in the delivery of public services in New York City. It provides a look at the development of NYC's open data movements, and includes interviews with Police Commissioner William Bratton and Michael Flowers, founder of Mayor Bloomberg's "Geek Squad".
Can technology create new ways for citizens to interact with government and become part of the solution to long-standing urban problems? This case explores the implementation of open data systems in New York City and Rio de Janeiro and the 'Civic Tech' movements that they have helped create.