Technically Speaking

Technology advancements, aging infrastructure systems, and shifting populations are bringing more and more change to the infrastructure industry. It is important, and difficult, to find a balance among leveraging exciting new technologies, adhering to existing regulations, and keeping costs to a minimum to make the most of limited budgets. Keeping track of industry trends is essential in a rapidly changing field. Here’s a few you need to know about:

According to a report by MeriTalk, the agency is demonstrating the same cyber-attack vulnerabilities as OPM did prior to its attack in 2014-2015 and it is getting the attention of Congress.

If you’re new to AutoCAD Civil 3D or looking to explore its many features for civil engineers, it’s always great to learn from the pros. To help you on your way, we’ve compiled a top 10 list of “getting started” videos. From creating corridors and surfaces, importing survey and cloud data, to more sophisticated road design know-hows like creating roundabouts, we’ve got you covered.

The one-year anniversary of the OPM data breach has come and gone, yet the sensitive data of four million federal employees still remains unencrypted, reports FCW.

Update: 117 million LinkedIn email credentials found for sale on the dark web

The Rolling Stones once wrote a song about how time waits for no one, but the inverse is also true today. These days, no one waits for time; certainly not government personnel who depend on speedy networks to deliver mission-critical applications and data.