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Microsoft Industry Blogs - Canada: Government

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Boosting Innovation in Ontario’s Public Service 

The accelerated adoption of technology due to the global pandemic has motivated organizations of all sizes, both private and public sector, to think critically about their digital strategy and make room for digital transformation opportunities that meet the needs of customers, employees and citizens.

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Streamlining Communication and Collaboration for Law Enforcement 

Law enforcement has always needed to be resilient, in order to maintain justice and protect communities. Historically, first responders developed agile and mobile ways to work when faced with natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, and forest fires. The pandemic raised a whole new challenge. First responders were on the front lines of contagion. Public safety was threatened while the virus had the potential to make large numbers of first responders unavailable for active duty.

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Protecting privacy in the era of digital innovation 

The accelerated digital transformation in response to COVID-19 has moved the world online. People are working remotely, doing medical appointments virtually, socializing and participating in community life online – and the list goes on.

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Canadian Armed Forces Are Embracing Innovation 

The accelerated digital transformation that took place in response to the global pandemic demonstrates the limitless opportunities for organizations to transform their operations and improve results through innovation.

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Canada’s Superclusters Delivering Results 

It’s been just over two years since the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Economic Development announced a cornerstone program within their innovation agenda – the establishment of superclusters across Canada. The goal was to bring leading organizations together to tackle global challenges and unlock Canadian potential.

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Unlocking innovation in Canada – the time to act is now! 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the defining technology of our time. Organizations that take advantage of all that it has to offer are arming themselves to compete now and in the future. A recent study of European leaders highlights how businesses that are actively implementing AI are more than twice as likely to be high-growth companies.

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Delivering innovation to Canadian tables 

When it comes to groceries, Canadians want it all – a big selection of high-quality food at low prices (and with sales and loyalty benefits with purchase). Couple that with the increasing desire for food to come from local and ethical sources and for organic or prepared foods, it’s no wonder that Statistica estimates annual retail sales of food and beverage in Canada at $188 billion.

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Creating a citizen-centered society 

Societies today face an immense set of challenges. Trust in government is near an all-time low. Traditional one-size-fits-all service models are being criticized...