Values-Based Culture Helps AgileAssets Lead Through Change As the pandemic continues to unsettle the global labor market and disrupt operations in nearly every industry, AgileAssets has shown repeatedly that a strong organizational culture makes for a resilient workforce. Now three new awards offer additional proof of AgileAssets’ ability to lead through change. This week, the […]
Getting the latest functionality for a multi-module solution was a quick, efficient process. Some agencies may dread the thought—let alone the effort—of undertaking a thorough system upgrade of an on-premise solution. Not Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). In a milestone accomplishment, the agency completed, in record time, a sweeping upgrade of multiple applications and third-party […]
State and local transportation leaders share asset management insights. With 30 expert presenters and nearly 400 participants from state DOTs, local public works agencies, and AgileAssets partner firms, the virtual Xchange Roadshow 2020 offered a wide range of learning experiences. Session videos are now available on demand, including agency case studies demonstrating best practices in […]
Whether working or volunteering, the common good takes top priority for this outspoken engineer. Meet Jennifer Brandenburg, a unique combination of career engineer and successful businessperson—and now AgileAssets Account Executive for the Southeastern U.S. region. In this role, she helps agencies identify and implement solutions to complex challenges. Brandenburg has built an impressive career in […]
Tech-savvy and customer-focused, this trusted advisor keeps it real. Matt Boutcher has an impressive work-from-home setup. It’s resort-like, with a bar and firepit in the background and a natural spring and spa just past his right shoulder. He appears comfortable in his environment as he starts yet another videoconference. The atmosphere makes online callers feel […]
A passion for solving complex challenges motivates this longtime public servant. Ask Dan Collins about himself, and the first topic is almost always his family. Second is just as likely to be about coaching lacrosse. And then, maybe boating. A 40-year veteran of the public-sector marketplace, Collins tends to downplay his impressive resume. Still, his […]
Newer reporting brings improved security and stability, plus rich data visualizations. High-profile corporate data breaches have made clear that even the most robust enterprise systems can be susceptible to security risks. As a system ages, small vulnerabilities can add up to a much larger threat. That’s why, as AgileAssets COO, I want to be very […]
Seamless workflows reduce information gaps and safety risks. Bridge and maintenance operations represent an enormous part of the asset value of transportation agencies. Inspecting, maintaining, and managing bridges is crucial to public safety and regulatory compliance. These combined tasks require the efforts of multiple teams as well as a tremendous amount of time and money. […]
Interview with AgileAssets COO Michael Lester. AgileAssets kicked off its Xchange Roadshow with two all-virtual user conferences in October 2020. The Roadshow is a series of regionally focused events for AgileAssets users from neighboring cities, counties, and states to share their common challenges and solutions. I sat down with AgileAssets COO Michael Lester to learn […]
Smaller road networks can benefit from proactive strategies. For years, state and national transportation agencies have used modern pavement management practices to manage their roads and meet legislative requirements for performance standards. However, smaller agencies—such as cities and counties—have not had to meet those same requirements. As a result, cities, and counties have generally been […]
