| Follow Us: Facebook Twitter Youtube RSS Feed

Buzz

The Atlantic examines USI Wireless experience in Minneapolis

The Atlantic magazine's website interviews Lynn Willenbring, CIO at the City of Minneapolis, about USI Wireless' experience working in Minneapolis.

"Today, Minneapolis is one of few American cities whose WiFi plans are actually succeeding. Minneapolis studied the missteps of other urban networks before signing a 10-year contract with Minnesota-based USI Wireless. The private company manages and profits from the 59-square-mile Wireless Minneapolis network, while the city leverages it to deliver government services and build digital inclusion.

"Minneapolis CIO Lynn Willenbring told The Atlantic how her city's wireless network helped Minneapolis through a disaster even before it was built. She also talked to us about bridging the digital divide and letting for-profit companies do what they do best."

Read the full story here.
Signup for Email Alerts
Signup for Email Alerts