New York City's Deputy Mayor for Operations, Laura Anglin, has spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative to unlock a century's worth of data from the city's vast paper records. The ambitious project has transformed the city's vast archives into a treasure trove of actionable intelligence, providing a unique window into the city's past and paving the way for data-driven decision-making. By digitizing the records, Anglin's team has made it possible for city officials to analyze and learn from the past, ultimately informing policies and programs that will shape the future of New York City. With the city's data now more accessible than ever, Anglin's innovative approach is set to revolutionize the way urban leaders make decisions and tackle complex challenges.


This New York City leader unlocked a century of data, turning paper files into actionable intelligence  Smart Cities Dive