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When technology meets operational excellence

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A new way to operate is revolutionizing heavy industries.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: ‘Planning for Disaster Debris Removal’

Disaster Zone blog

Disaster debris comes with every type of disaster.

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From Moving Cars to Moving People: Scaling Up Safer Streets in Indian Cities

The City Fix

Most people in India walk – to work, to the market or to the railway station. According to the 2011 Indian census, 48% of people walk or cycle to work every day compared to the less than 3% of people.

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Modern Workspace Management Builds on the Benefits of Classic Telework

State Tech Magazine

Following the federal lead from Capitol Hill, the states of Arizona, California, Oregon, Texas and Washington were among early states establishing formal telework, beginning as early as 2001. With laptops then easy to obtain for state government employees, many looked at telework through the lenses of work-life balance and decreasing traffic on local roads.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.

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Out with the old: Why traditional tech training methods need upgrading

Open Access Government - Technology News

Ash Gawthorp discusses why UK businesses are facing a crisis and why traditional tech training methods must be reconsidered The digital skills gap puts the UK in crisis, and outdated, traditional tech training methods are not helping! A recent survey from AND Digital found that 81% of UK managing directors say a lack of digital skills negatively affects their company, while more than a quarter (27%) of employees claim that they don’t have sufficient digital skills to do their job role.

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Pennsylvania says it’s eligible for up to $5.2M cyber grant

GCN

The state is the first to publicly say it will receive federal funding under the State and Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program.

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Updated College Scorecard Will Help Students Find High Value Postsecondary Programs

Homeroom

By: Roberto J. Rodríguez, Assistant Secretary, Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development We need a system that’s inclusive, that delivers value, and that produces equitable outcomes. We need transparency in data more now than ever before. – Secretary Miguel Cardona The U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard is a free online tool to help Continue Reading The post Updated College Scorecard Will Help Students Find High Value Postsecondary Programs appeared first on

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NASCIO’s game plan for enterprise portfolio management

GCN

The association’s playbook will help CIOs assess their current tech portfolio and determine how well the IT aligns with and supports financial, business and government values and goals.

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What Is Happening in China on Emergency Preparedness?

Disaster Zone blog

It is a “ happy story” but could also be written here in the USA.

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CODE PA to design simple, seamless, secure digital services

GCN

The Commonwealth Office of Digital Experience, Pennsylvania's new customer experience shop, will build and deliver accessible, equitable and effective online services.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

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How Big Is the Business of Drones?

Disaster Zone blog

The nation’s largest drone and robotics industry trade show.

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A monthly update on the state of the US consumer: April 2023

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Overall consumer spending growth is slowing, but consumers still intend to splurge on select categories. Here’s the latest data from our ConsumerWise research.

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Disaster Zone Podcast: What's Happening with the Fire Service?

Disaster Zone blog

A great summary for what is impacting the fire service.

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VR drives next-gen situational awareness for public safety

GCN

The winner of NIST’s challenge developed a digital twin of a command center that gives remote users access to the center’s large-format video walls and 3D tools through a head-mounted display.

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Sustainable Facility Maintenance Management for Small Local Governments

Unlock the potential of sustainable facility management! This guide empowers small local governments to lead with climate-resilient infrastructure, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and more. Elevate your community's resilience, reduce costs, and embrace eco-friendly practices. Discover the role of facility maintenance teams in green cleaning, sustainability analyses, and infrastructure upgrades.

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A balancing act: Securing European gas and power markets

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The invasion of Ukraine has shocked the European energy market. Europe may need to intensify efforts to reduce gas demand to balance the market and ensure security of supply while avoiding price spikes.

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Business Friendly Cities: How Modern One-Stop Shops Foster Business Success

NLC (National League of Cities)

Every city leader I know wants to be more business-friendly. That’s especially true with their entrepreneurs and small business owners. Maybe that’s because over half of all businesses have fewer than five employees. Or that over 5 million new businesses were formed just last year, up 44% from 2019.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Coming to a Head | No. 125

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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UK’s safer AI taskforce receives £100 million in funding

Open Access Government - Technology News

The UK government delivers £100 million in funding for a foundation model AI taskforce to promote safer artificial intelligence and increased regulation Following a Cabinet meeting, Ministers agreed on creating an AI taskforce, to retain public confidence in the use of artificial intelligence, and increase regulation in online spaces to keep people safe, without preventing innovation.

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ASPA TIMES Magazine: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PA TIMES Magazine is a publication of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA), a not-for-profit corporation. This edition focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in public administration, including guest columns, insights for the field and interviews with city government DEI officers about their work at the local level.

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Meeting the needs of younger boat and recreational-vehicle buyers

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

A generational shift is under way as buyers of boats and recreational vehicles trend younger. What can companies do to stay ahead of the curve?

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10 Ways to Improve Your Social Media Strategy and Boost Community Engagement Promotion

Social Pinpoint

Are you taking advantage of social media to promote your online community engagement efforts? From keeping your community informed on your newest projects, promoting opportunities to participate, or closing the loop – social media can be incredibly helpful. However, using it effectively is another story… and it can be discouraging when your posts dwindle in engagement.

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Local Government Air Pollution Management Strategy: Protect Local Air Quality for Public Health | GovPilot

GovPilot

It’s no surprise that attention is being brought to the continually worsening air quality in the United States. Since 1980, when the new Clean Air Act was implemented, there has been an estimated 50 percent decline in emissions of key air pollutants. Yet, new research proves that this decline is not nearly enough to protect the most vulnerable Americans from the damaging effects of air pollution.

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Breaking technical debt’s vicious cycle to modernize your business

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Develop data-driven insights to build a strategy for paying down the tech debt that stands in the way of business modernization.

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Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance: Making the Case for Preparedness

Discover comprehensive strategies for optimizing operations and achieving cost efficiency! This document offers insights into efficient inspections, data-driven decision-making, goal alignment, and resource optimization. It empowers local governments and maintenance departments to streamline operations and ensure significant cost savings. From aligning maintenance goals with community needs to leveraging data for strategic planning, this guide provides a roadmap for smoother, more reliable opera

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NIST sets sights on implementing identity provisions from the CHIPS Act

GCN

According to a recent roadmap, NIST is looking to issue guidance on how federal, state and local governments can offer attribute validation services.

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Getting Your Municipality Ready for Federal, Private Funds for EV Charging

NLC (National League of Cities)

As part of Earth Month 2023, NLC released its second brief on electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

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Ticker: The Academic Business Librarianship Review - Call for Submissions

A Library Writer's Blog

Ticker URL: [link] hing.umich.edu/ticker/ Ticker: The Academic Business Librarianship Review is seeking peer-reviewed research articles for Volume 9, Issue 1, to be published in the Spring of 2024. This is a great opportunity for librarians interested in doing research in any and all areas related to business librarianship. We are an open access journal committed to promoting the widest possible discussion of original and translational research, evidence-based pieces, case studies, and more.

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The Weakness of Neighborhood Revitalization Planning in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program: Warnings from Connecticut

The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

Fair Housing Month may be drawing to a close, but the need for ensuring efficacy across Fair Housing policies continues. This is made clear in a recently published paper by Noah Kazis, Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Michigan Law School, and Faculty Director Kathy O’Regan, The Weakness of Neighborhood Revitalization Planning in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program: Warnings from Connecticut.

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Facility Maintenance Trends for 2024: What's Changing in the Industry?

This comprehensive article delves into the transformative trends reshaping local government facility maintenance in anticipation of 2024. From embracing smart technology for efficient management, sustainability's pivotal role to data-driven decision-making, workforce upskilling, and predictive maintenance strategies, each aspect is explored. Insights into outsourcing collaborations, digital twins, safety enhancements, and the broader industry evolution highlight the critical adaptation needed.

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Pay isn’t the Only Gender Gap

Careers in Government

Boosting women’s happiness and job satisfaction begins with leaders recognizing and celebrating contributions by both sexes and all nationalities. The post Pay isn’t the Only Gender Gap appeared first on Careers in Government.