It's important to understand the different ways you can use government database research solutions. Read on to learn about just six of these benefits. 

1. Minimize commute times

Government data is generally made available about transit times and transportation options within major cities. Data is also made available regarding the traffic flow in and around major cities. This data is helpful for commuters to find the fastest and most environmentally friendly ways to get where they need to go. Data is also provided that helps commuters to identify the least expensive option for getting where they need to go. 

2. Make facilities more energy efficient

Analytical data provided in some government databases shows energy usage in communities in the US. This data can help residents of a particular community to pinpoint energy waste and to find a solution to reduce energy consumption. This helps community residents to save significantly on utility bills. 

3. Identify risks to public safety

Government data can identify and address public safety risks in numerous ways. One example is identifying risks to the public due to violations in restaurant inspections that put the public at risk of contracting food-borne illnesses. Government data can be used to track health code violations and determine what the results of certain violations tend to be. This can help to improve and optimize the restaurant inspection process. 

4. Pinpoint staffing shortages at worksites

Government data can show staffing shortages at government organizations. This government data can be used to reduce overtime pay at government organizations and thereby save these organizations money on labor costs. 

5. Base parking costs on demand to boost revenues

Municipalities looking to increase and optimize revenues from parking fees can use government data to generate a parking payment model based on demand. Without a parking fee system based on demand, municipalities are leaving money on the table and generating less revenue than they could from parking fees. 

6. Figure out ways that emergencies can be responded to faster

Swift emergency responses on 911 calls by first responders are essential to saving lives. Government data shows 911 response times and can help municipalities to figure out what types of calls are getting a slow response that is endangering lives.

Data analytics can also help 911 call dispatchers make more informed decisions on which calls warrant an ambulance and hospital visit and which calls warrant another first responder service.