Monday, May 20, 2002 at 7:02PM Government Computer News reports that Utah Incentive Funds, a funding and lending division of the state government, is using digital certificates to streamline transactions, and specifically services provided by NxLight and Indentrus. [Via llrx] (Government Computer News?? Sabrina, how about a km-oriented article from you soon on targeted newsgathering?)
Monday, May 20, 2002 at 6:09PM So Chris and Eric, just how long has Ms. Jaquith been a subscriber...?"Two weeks ago, Amazon's Web site added a feature that lets users suggest that shoppers buy a different book than the one being perused, and Ms. Jaquith, the self-published author of the memoir 'Birdseed Cookies,' has taken full advantage... All told, 'Birdseed Cookies' was recommended instead of more than a dozen best sellers." [The New York Times, via Library Stuff]
Monday, May 20, 2002 at 5:06PM Christopher has written a thoughtful post about law firms as law schools (yes, the learning does continue - in theory) and where knowledge management systems fit into the equation. He observes that a large investment walks out the door when an attorney leaves. This is true whether the person is let go or decides to seek greener pastures (attrition is incredibly high in this profession). As our firm and its technology grows, I find myself considering the flip side: technology harvests a great deal of knowledge from us as we work. As anyone who has changed jobs can tell you, it is not all that easy to take it with you when you go, and even then, you're simply copying information that will stay behind in your absence.
Monday, May 20, 2002 at 12:11PM "The Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin Civic Center inspired the blue-green domes and arches of Theed City, Naboo." [Via Qui-Gonline] With such a gorgeous structure in your back yard, how could you not use it? Pics here, here (Marin) and here (Marin on digital steroids).
Sunday, May 19, 2002 at 1:42PM The headaches and inconvenience of jury service are legendary, but what if you could work or watch the big screen while you cool your heels? After $1.5 million in improvements, the Orange County, CA, Superior Court just unveiled its new jury assembly room:
"There are two dozen workspaces equipped with modem connections [-what, no broadband?-] so prospective jurors can keep themselves busy. A network of seven large-screen televisions and a video projection system also have been installed to make the waiting game less grueling." [Via The Daily Journal]This is all pretty neat, but what's even better is Orange County's commitment to keeping potential jurors away from the courthouse engaged in less civic-minded pursuits until absolutely necessary. Using a dial-in number and its Web site, the court lets those on jury duty know if they actually need to show up that day, and if so when. This cuts way back on the interminable waiting at court.
